JVC Camcorder GR AX999UM User Manual
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
ENGLISH  
GR-AX999UM  
Compact VHS  
INSTRUCTIONS  
LYT0108-001A  
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EN  
EN  
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IMPORTANT PRODUCT  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
ANTENNA INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
Electrical energy can perform many useful func-  
tions. But improper use can result in potential  
electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has  
been engineered and  
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected  
to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system  
is grounded so as to provide some protection  
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.  
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/  
NFPA 70, provides information with regard to  
proper grounding of the mast and supporting  
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an  
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-  
tors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection  
to grounding electrodes, and  
manufactured to assure your personal safety. In  
order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe  
the following basic rules for its installation, use and  
servicing.  
ATTENTION:  
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions  
marked on your product and its operating instruc-  
tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and  
operating instructions before you operate this  
product and keep this manual for future reference.  
requirements for the grounding electrode.  
2. Lightning  
For added protection for this product during a  
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and  
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the  
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable  
system. This will prevent damage to the product  
due to lightning and power-line surges.  
INSTALLATION  
1. Power Sources  
Operate your product only from the type of power  
source indicated on the marking label. If you are  
not sure of the type of power supply to your home,  
consult your product dealer or local power  
company. If your product is intended to operate  
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the  
operating instructions.  
3. Power Lines  
An outside antenna system should not be located in  
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other  
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall  
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an  
outside antenna system, extreme care should be  
taken to keep from touching such power lines or  
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
2. Overloading  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or  
integral convenience receptacles as this can result  
in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
3. Power Cord Protection  
Power supply cords should be routed so that they  
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items  
placed upon or against them, paying particular  
attention to cords at plugs, convenience recepta-  
cles, and the point where they exit from the  
product.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION  
810-20)  
ELECTRIC SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
4. Ventilation  
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the  
product and to protect it from overheating, these  
openings must not be blocked or covered.  
•Do not block the openings by placing the product  
on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.  
•Do not place the product in a built-in installation  
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper  
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s  
instructions have been adhered to.  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250. PART H)  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting  
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling  
only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
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EN  
USE  
SERVICING  
1. Servicing  
1. Accessories  
To avoid personal injury:  
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits  
a marked change in performance and you are  
unable to restore normal operation by following the  
detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do  
not attempt to service it yourself as opening or  
removing covers may expose you to dangerous  
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to  
qualified service personnel.  
•Do not place this product on an unstable cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing  
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious  
damage to the product.  
•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or  
table recommended by the manufacturer or sold  
with the product.  
•Use a mounting accessory recommended by the  
manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s  
instructions for any mounting of the product.  
•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across  
thresholds or deep-pile carpets.  
2. Damage Requiring Service  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer  
servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen  
into the product.  
2. Product and Cart Combination  
A product and cart combination should be moved  
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven  
surfaces may cause the product and cart combina-  
tion to overturn.  
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the product does not operate normally by  
following the operating instructions. Adjust only  
those controls that are covered by the operating  
instructions as an improper adjustment of other  
controls may result in damage and will often  
require extensive work by a qualified technician  
to restore the product to its normal operation.  
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in  
any way.  
3. Water and Moisture  
Do not use this product  
near water—for example,  
near a bath tub, wash  
bowl, kitchen sink or  
laundry tub, in a wet  
basement, or near a  
swimming pool and the  
like.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
(Symbol provided by RETAC)  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in  
performance—this indicates a need for service.  
3. Replacement Parts  
4. Object and Liquid Entry  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the  
service technician has used replacement parts  
specified by the manufacturer or have the same  
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized  
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or  
other hazards.  
Never push objects of any kind into this product  
through openings as they may touch dangerous  
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in  
a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any  
kind on the product.  
5. Attachments  
4. Safety Check  
Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
manufacturer of this product as they may cause  
hazards.  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this  
product, ask the service technician to perform safety  
checks to determine that the product is in safe  
operating condition.  
6. Cleaning  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before  
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol  
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
7. Heat  
The product should be situated away from heat  
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or  
other products (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
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MAJOR FEATURES  
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REMEMBER  
Digital Still Camera Built-in  
(PC communication capable)  
(੬ pg. 46 – 61)  
The Logical Choice  
Integrated Auto Light  
(੬ pg. 23)  
The only compact video  
cassettes that can be  
used with your VHS VCR*  
Picture Stabilizer (੬ pg. 21)  
Program AE with Special  
Effects (੬ pg. 26, 27)  
Ⅲ Auto Mode Lock  
Ⅲ Auto Mode Release  
Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter  
Ⅲ ND Effect  
Digital Hyper Zoom  
(੬ pg. 20)  
Ⅲ Sepia  
Ⅲ Twilight  
Ⅲ Sports  
Zoom-in  
Ⅲ Nega/Posi  
Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Zoom-out  
Program Manager II  
(੬ pg. 26 – 39)  
Program AE with Special Effects,  
Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux,  
Instant Title, Menu Adjustment  
(Focus, Exposure Control and so on.)  
Cassettes marked  
camcorder.  
can be used with this  
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QUICK OPERATION GUIDE (VIDEO)  
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EN  
INSERTING A VIDEO  
CASSETTE  
SUPPLY POWER  
Hook on.  
1
EJECT  
Push in.  
2
1
BATT. RELEASE  
PUSH  
3
2
Using the battery pack  
1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the  
camcorder. (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 10)  
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into  
place.  
1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.  
2 Insert a video cassette.  
3 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 17)  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
PLAYBACK  
SHOOTING  
2
Set to “VIDEO”  
PLAY/PAUSE  
STOP  
4
Set to “VIDEO”  
1
REW  
3
1
LENS COVER  
Open/Close  
Switch  
2
3
Set to  
Set to “CAMERA”  
“PLAY”  
4
Recording Start/Stop Button  
1 Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
3 Press REW.  
1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch  
to open the lens cover.  
2 Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”.  
3 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.  
— The power indicator will light and an  
image will appear.  
— The tape will automatically stop at the  
beginning of the tape.  
4 Press PLAY/PAUSE.  
— Playback starts and the playback picture  
appears.  
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
— Recording starts.  
• To stop playback, press STOP.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 40.)  
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily  
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once  
again.  
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR  
using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).  
੬ pg. 43  
(For more details, ੬ pgs. 18, 19)  
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QUICK OPERATION GUIDE (D.S.C.)  
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SUPPLY POWER  
SHOOTING  
System Select Switch Set to “D.S.C.”  
2
SNAPSHOT Button  
4
Hook on.  
1
1
Push in.  
2
LENS COVER  
Open/Close  
BATT. RELEASE  
Switch  
3
Power Switch  
Set to “CAMERA”  
Using the battery pack  
1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch  
to open the lens cover.  
2 Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”.  
3 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.  
— The power indicator will light and an  
image will appear.  
1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the  
camcorder. (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 10)  
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into  
place.  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
4 Press the SNAPSHOT Button.  
— A still image is shot and is stored in the  
camcorder’s memory.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 46)  
PLAYBACK  
Page Button  
3
1
System Select  
Switch Set to  
“D.S.C.”  
2
Power Switch  
Set to “PLAY”  
1 Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
— A still image stored in memory appears.  
3 Press “W” or “T” of the Page Button to select  
the still image you want to view.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 53.)  
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CONTENTS  
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EN  
GETTING STARTED  
10  
Power ..................................................................................... 10  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal .......................................... 12  
Date/Time Setting....................................................................... 13  
Grip Adjustment ......................................................................... 14  
Viewfinder Adjustment ................................................................. 14  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................................................. 15  
Tripod Mounting.......................................................................... 15  
Recording Mode Setting ................................................................ 16  
Tape Length Setting ..................................................................... 16  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ........................................................ 17  
VIDEO RECORDING  
18  
Basic Recording .......................................................................... 18  
Basic Features............................................................................ 20  
Advanced Features ...................................................................... 26  
VIDEO PLAYBACK  
40  
Basic Playback ........................................................................... 40  
Features................................................................................... 41  
Using The Cassette Adapter ............................................................ 43  
BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR  
TAPE DUBBING  
44  
45  
46  
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING  
Basic Shooting............................................................................ 46  
Advanced Features ...................................................................... 48  
D.S.C. PLAYBACK  
53  
Basic Playback ........................................................................... 53  
Advanced Features ...................................................................... 54  
Connection ................................................................................ 61  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT  
62  
Random Assemble Editing .............................................................. 64  
Insert Editing (VIDEO)................................................................... 68  
Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape).... 69  
Audio Dubbing............................................................................ 70  
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USER MAINTENANCE  
INDEX  
71  
72  
Viewfinder Indications .................................................................. 73  
Controls ................................................................................... 74  
Connectors ................................................................................ 74  
Indicators ................................................................................. 74  
Other Parts ............................................................................... 74  
Terms ...................................................................................... 76  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
CAUTIONS  
78  
81  
84  
84  
SPECIFICATIONS  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
•AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V15U  
•Cassette Adapter  
(VHS Playpak) C-P7U  
•Battery Pack  
BN-V18U  
•Remote Control  
Unit RM-V705U  
•Shoulder Strap  
•DC Cord  
(for Macintosh®)  
•Lithium Battery  
CR2025 x 2 (for  
clock operation  
and remote  
(for Windows® PC)  
•CD-ROM including  
two software  
programs  
•PC Connection Cable x 2  
control unit)  
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GETTING STARTED  
10  
EN  
Marks  
Power  
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you  
choose the most appropriate source of power.  
To AC outlet  
CHG. (charge)  
indicator  
NOTES:  
● No function is available without power supply.  
● Use only specified power supply.  
● Do not use provided power supply units with other  
equipment.  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
REFRESH switch  
SUPPLY POWER  
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall  
REFRESH indicator  
REFRESH  
1
2
outlet.  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the  
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.  
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH  
function that allows you to fully discharge  
the battery pack before recharging.  
Perform the REFRESH function after no less  
than 5 chargings.  
•The CHG. indicator begins blinking to indicate  
charging has started.  
To discharge the battery . . .  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
..... attach the battery pack to the adapter  
as shown in the above illustration.  
Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH  
indicator lights when discharging  
starts, and goes out when discharging  
is complete.  
When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,  
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite  
the direction of the arrow.  
3
BATT. PACK  
CHARGE  
DISCHARGE  
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.  
BN-V18U approx. 1 hr. 40 min. approx. 5 hrs. 30 min.  
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.  
BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
Hook on.  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
1
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the  
1
2
battery pack in until it locks in place.  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.  
Push in.  
2
BATT. PACK  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
BATT. RELEASE  
BN-V12U  
65  
100  
135  
180  
( 40 )  
( 65 )  
BN-V18U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
ATTENTION:  
( 85 )  
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.  
( 110 )  
(
) : when the video light is on.  
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CHARGE MARKER  
(OPTIONAL BATTERY ONLY)  
Charge marker  
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to  
help you remember whether it has been charged or  
not. Two colors are provided (red and black)—you  
choose which one means charged and which  
means discharged.  
• The battery pack BN-V18U does not have a  
charge marker.  
NOTES:  
● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and  
the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.  
● Charging times noted on page 10 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully  
charged battery pack.  
● Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery  
pack.  
● Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from  
your camcorder.  
● Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.  
● While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to  
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger  
does not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/  
Charger to store it.  
● High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t  
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.  
● If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before  
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.  
● Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.  
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.  
● Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.  
● The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored  
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.  
indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.  
USING A CAR BATTERY  
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery  
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the  
illustration to the left).  
To AC outlet  
DC OUT  
terminal  
To DC  
IN jack  
NOTES:  
● When using the car battery, leave the engine  
idling.  
AC Power  
Adapter/Charger  
AA-V15U  
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can  
also be used to charge the battery pack.  
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger or  
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective  
instruction booklet.  
DC cord  
To car’s  
cigarette  
lighter socket  
Car Battery Cord  
AP-V7U (optional)  
USING AC POWER  
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in  
the illustration to the left).  
NOTE:  
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from  
110 V to 240 V.  
Car Battery Charger/Adapter  
BH-V3U (optional)  
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
12  
EN  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal  
A
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to  
perform date/time settings.  
SWITCH OFF POWER  
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power  
1
2
3
supply unit.  
OPEN COVER  
Open the clock battery compartment cover while  
pressing the release tab.  
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)  
Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the  
A
battery and the compartment ( ) and pull the  
battery out.  
INSERT BATTERY  
Ensure that the plus (+) side is up and insert a  
CR2025 lithium battery and push it in.  
4
5
CLOSE COVER  
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.  
NOTE:  
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 2) for information  
on safe handling of lithium batteries.  
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13  
Date/Time Setting  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the  
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,  
then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
1
2
SELECT FUNCTION  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME  
Setting Menu appears.  
•If you decide you want to return the date and time  
to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial  
to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then  
go to step 6.  
•If you want to set only the time without changing  
the date, go to step 4.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Menu Screen  
Viewfinder  
SET DATE  
MENU  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the item you want to set and then press it. When  
the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog  
Dial until the correct setting appears and then press  
it. The setting stops blinking.  
4
MENU END  
3
4
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
JAN 1.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
When the System  
Select Switch is  
set to “D.S.C.”,  
“PICTURE” is  
displayed.  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with  
the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).  
4
NEXT  
SET TIME  
DATE TIME  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting  
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. When the  
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting  
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute  
setting stops blinking.  
DATE/TIME  
Setting Menu  
YEAR  
1998  
JAN  
MONTH  
DAY  
1
TIME  
PM 12:00  
12-hour  
indication with  
AM or PM  
EXIT  
START CLOCK OPERATION  
MENU  
When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,  
TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu  
Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.  
4
MENU END  
5
6
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
CLOSE MENU  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4NEXT  
NOTE:  
To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a  
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 22).  
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
14  
EN  
Power Zoom Button  
EXPAND LOOP  
Separate the Velcro strip.  
1
2
3
INSERT HAND  
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH  
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate  
the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom  
Button. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
POSITION VIEWFINDER  
3
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability  
1
2
3
(see illustration 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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EN  
15  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
ATTACH STRAP  
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap  
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back  
and thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the  
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the  
other eyelet 3, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.  
1
2
2
1
1
3
ADJUST LENGTH  
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1.  
Tripod Mounting  
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN  
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud  
hole. Then tighten the screw.  
1
CAUTION:  
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend  
its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To  
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.  
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VIDEO GETTING STARTED  
16  
EN  
Recording Mode Setting  
SP/EP Recording  
Mode Button  
Set depending on your preference.  
SET RECORDING MODE  
First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then  
1
set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Press SP/EP  
Button for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)  
provides higher picture and sound quality and is  
better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is  
more economical, providing three times as the  
recording time.  
NOTE:  
Select Dial  
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the  
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
MENU Jog Dial  
System Select Switch  
Tape Length Setting  
Viewfinder  
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape  
used.  
Tape length  
indicator  
T40  
SP  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Recording mode  
indicator  
First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then  
1
set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the Select  
Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press  
the MENU Jog Dial.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
MENU  
Menu Screen  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE  
LENGTH Setting Menu appears.  
4
MENU END  
2
3
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T40  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
SET TAPE LENGTH  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the correct setting. T20=20 minutes of recording  
time, T30=30 minutes, and T40=40 minutes (in SP).  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
•If you decide you want to return the tape length to  
the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
TAPE LENGTH  
TAPE LENGTH  
Setting Menu  
T20  
T30  
T40  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the  
Menu Screen.  
4
EXIT  
NOTES:  
MENU  
● The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 19) displayed in the  
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has  
been selected.  
● Once you have set the tape length, it remains un-  
changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO  
LOCK.  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T20  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
● When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is  
not possible to set “REC TIME” and “TAPE LENGTH”.  
4NEXT  
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Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER  
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force  
1
2
3
to open.  
1
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE  
Make sure the label is facing outward.  
3
2
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER  
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and  
locked.  
NOTES:  
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the  
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the  
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the  
slack.  
Turn to take  
up slack.  
Gear  
Erase Protection  
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position  
that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some  
cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been  
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
● The cassette holder can’t be opened while the  
camcorder is in the record mode.  
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VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording  
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NOTE:  
LENS COVER Switch  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
● Power (੬ pg. 10)  
● Recording Mode/Tape Length Setting (੬ pg. 16)  
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 14)  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
Power  
indicator  
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
1
2
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
Power Switch  
Start/Stop Button  
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE  
Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open  
the lens cover. Set the System Select Switch to  
“VIDEO”, 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.  
System Select Switch  
START SHOOTING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
3
•“REC ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is  
in progress.  
Tally lamp  
(lights while recording  
is in progress)  
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Tape remaining time indicator  
STOP RECORDING  
25MIN  
MIN  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop  
recording.  
(Now calculating)  
4
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby  
mode.  
120MIN  
119MIN  
NOTES:  
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply  
is attached.  
● There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the  
holder opens. Do not use force.  
● The displayed remaining time is approximate.  
● The time required to calculate the remaining tape  
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary  
according to the type of tape used.  
3MIN  
2MIN  
(Blinking)  
1MIN  
● The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the  
correct tape length has been selected (੬ pg. 16).  
● “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 (such  
as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during  
recording), use the Retake function (੬ pg. 21) to find  
the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of  
it.  
(Blinking)  
0MIN  
(Blinking)  
Start/Stop Button  
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds  
when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is  
closed.  
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FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Zooming  
Zoom-in  
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or  
an instantaneous change in image  
magnification.  
Digital circuitly doubles the maximum  
22x magnification offered by optical  
zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.  
OPERATION:  
Zoom In  
Zoom-out  
Press the “T” of the Power Zoom Button.  
Zoom Out  
Press “W” of the Power Zoom Button.  
Ⅲ Zooming speed is available. A total of  
4 zoom speeds are available. 2 speeds  
can be selected depending on how  
hard the Power Zoom Button is  
pressed (press the button fully for  
regular-speed, press it lightly for slow-  
speed), while 2 speed levels (FAST/  
SLOW) can be selected in the ZOOM  
SPEED Menu depending on the overall  
speed you prefer.  
Zoom indicator bar  
Zoom Level  
indicator  
The combinations of zoom speeds are  
shown in the chart below.  
Power Zoom button  
Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the  
Menu  
1) Set the Select Dial to any position  
except AUTO LOCK and press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
appears.  
2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the highlight bar to “ZOOM SPEED”,  
then press it. The ZOOM SPEED  
Setting Menu appears.  
3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the highlight bar to the desired speed  
and press it twice. The Menu Screen  
disappears and setting is completed.  
● Focusing may become unstable  
during Zooming. In this case, set the  
zoom while in Record–Standby, lock  
the focus by using the manual focus  
(੬ pg. 35), then zoom in or out in  
Record mode.  
● The zoom level indicator (5) moves  
during zoom. Once the zoom level  
indicator reaches the top of the zoom  
indicator bar, all magnification from  
that point is through digital process-  
ing.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Menu Screen  
NOTES:  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
JAN 1.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4
NEXT  
● During Digital Zoom, the quality of  
image may suffer. To deactivate Digital  
Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” to “OFF” in  
the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 33).  
ZOOM SPEED  
ZOOM SPEED  
Setting Menu  
FAST  
SLOW  
Zooming Speed ( 1– 4 in order of speed)  
Pressing the Power Zoom Button  
“ZOOM SPEED” in  
the Menu Screen  
fully  
lightly  
3
EXIT  
FAST  
1 (fastest)  
2
SLOW  
4 (slowest)  
: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.  
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FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Quick Review  
To check the end of the last record-  
ing.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press “ ” and release quickly  
during the Record–Standby mode.  
Ⅲ Tape is rewound for about 2  
seconds and played back  
automatically, then pauses in  
Record–Standby mode for the  
next shot.  
P. STABILIZER  
RETAKE (R/F)  
NOTE:  
Distortion may occur at start of  
playback. This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
Retake  
PURPOSE:  
OPERATION:  
To re-record certain segments.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the  
Record–Standby mode.  
2) Press either RETAKE button to  
reach the start point for new  
recording. Pressing “F” forwards  
the tape and pressing “R” reverses  
it.  
3) Press Recording Start/Stop Button  
to start recording.  
NOTE:  
Noise may appear during Retake.  
This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Picture Stabilizer  
To compensate for unstable images  
caused by camera-shake, particularly  
at high magnification.  
OPERATION:  
NOTES:  
1) Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.  
Ⅲ To switch off the Picture  
Stabilizer, press P. STABILIZER.  
The indicator disappears.  
● Accurate stabilization may not be  
possible if hand shake is excessive,  
or under the following conditions:  
•When shooting subjects with  
vertical or horizontal stripes.  
•When shooting dark or dim  
subjects.  
•When shooting subjects with  
excessive backlighting.  
•When shooting scenes with  
movement in various directions.  
•When shooting scenes with low-  
contrast backgrounds.  
● Switch off the Picture Stabilizer  
when recording with the  
camcorder on a tripod.  
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DATE/TIME  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Date/Time Insert  
To display the date and time in the  
viewfinder or on a connected color  
monitor, as well as to record them  
manually or automatically.  
OPERATION:  
1) Turn the Select Dial to any  
position except AUTO LOCK.  
2) Choose a display mode by  
pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly  
while in Record-Standby to cycle  
through the modes as shown in the  
illustration at left.  
Display  
Select Dial  
Ⅲ You should have already  
performed the Date/Time Setting  
procedure (੬ pg. 13). If you  
haven’t, do so first.  
NOTES:  
DISPLAY  
● The selected display can be  
recorded.  
Date display  
● If you don’t want to record the  
display, select the Date-off mode  
before shooting.  
Time display  
● If you want to delete the display  
during shooting, press DATE/TIME.  
● To recall the display, engage the  
Record-Standby mode and press  
DATE/TIME repeatedly until the  
desired display appears.  
Date/Time display  
Auto Date Record mode  
Date-off mode (No display)  
● Even if you shoot with the date/  
time displayed during Digital Still  
Camera Shooting, they will not be  
recorded.  
Date display  
Auto Date Record mode  
AUTO DATE RECORD  
● Your camcorder automatically  
records the date for about 5  
seconds after recording is initiated  
in the following situations:  
• After changing the date.  
DEC 25.98  
AUTO DATE  
Auto date record mode  
Time display  
• After loading a cassette.  
• After Auto Date Record mode is  
selected by pressing DATE/TIME.  
In this mode, the date is replaced  
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”  
but this is not recorded.  
● Setting the Select Dial to AUTO  
LOCK always engages the Auto  
Date Record mode, and disables  
all other modes.  
DEC 25.98  
PM10:50:00  
Auto date record  
executed  
Date/Time display  
DEC 25.98 PM10:50:00  
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FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Video Light  
To brighten the scene when natural  
lighting is too dim.  
OPERATION:  
1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
Switch as required:  
ON  
: Always keeps the light on as  
long as the camcorder is  
turned on.  
AUTO : Automatically turns on the  
light when the camcorder  
senses insufficient lighting  
on the subject.  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
Ⅲ The video light can only be used  
with the camcorder’s power on.  
Ⅲ It is recommended to set the white  
balance (੬ pg. 37) to HALOGEN  
mode ( ) when you use the video  
light.  
Ⅲ When not using the video light,  
turn it off to save battery power.  
NOTES:  
● Even if the battery indicator (  
does not blink if the battery pack’s  
charge is low, the camcorder may  
turn off automatically when you  
turn on the video light, or when  
you start recording with the video  
light turned on.  
)
DANGER  
Ⅲ The video light can become extremely  
hot. Do not touch it either while in  
operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the  
carrying case immediately after using  
the video light, since it remains  
extremely hot for some time.  
Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of  
about 30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video  
light and people or objects.  
Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive  
materials.  
● When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
Switch is set to “AUTO”:  
•Depending on the lighting  
conditions, the video light may  
keep turning on and off. In this  
case, manually switch the light  
on or off using the LIGHT OFF/  
AUTO/ON switch.  
•While the Sports or High-Speed  
Shutter mode (੬ pg. 27) is  
engaged, the light is likely to stay  
on.  
Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your  
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the  
video light.  
•While the Twilight mode  
(੬ pg. 27) is engaged, the light  
will not activate.  
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MODE  
Snapshot  
SNAPSHOT  
This interesting feature lets you record two types of  
digital still images that look like photographs onto a tape,  
as well as keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in  
memory. It is a great way to spice up footage of events  
such as parties, weddings and graduations.  
SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
1
2
LOCK, then press the MODE Button to switch from  
one mode to the other as shown in the illustration to  
the left.  
•When the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK, it is  
not possible to select the Snapshot Mode. Only the  
Full image (no display) is available. Go to step 2.  
Viewfinder  
TAKE SNAPSHOT  
P
P (Pin-Up)  
Press the SNAPSHOT Button.  
No display (Full)  
•A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the  
camcorder’s built-in memory.  
•There are two Picture Modes you can choose from  
when storing in the camcorder’s memory: FINE  
and STANDARD. The maximum number of shots  
you can take varies according to the selected  
setting. The selected Picture Mode and remaining  
number of shots are displayed on the screen. The  
factory-preset is FINE. If you want to change the  
setting, perform “Picture Mode Setting” (੬ pg. 47).  
SNAPSHOT  
Viewfinder  
(ex. Pin-Up)  
1
2
3
4
5
FINE  
Allows you to shoot up to approx. 22 still images.  
STD (Standard)  
Allows you to shoot up to approx. 44 still images.  
If you press during recording . . .  
.... first there is a momentary camera shutter-type  
blackout together with the sound effect of a  
shutter closing, then a still image appears. The  
next image starts in the center of a black screen  
and wipes in toward the corners. The screen  
changes as shown in the illustrations 1 to 5 to  
the left and the screens 1 to 5 are recorded  
onto the tape in the selected mode. Only the  
still image 3 is stored in the built-in memory in  
the selected mode, then the camcorder resumes  
normal recording.  
If you press during Record-Standby mode . . .  
.... first there is a momentary camera shutter-type  
blackout together with the sound effect of a  
shutter closing, then a still image appears. The  
scene you are currently aimed at starts in the  
center of a black screen and wipes in toward the  
corners. The screen changes as shown in the  
illustrations 1 to 5 to the left. The screens 1  
to 3 are recorded onto the tape in the selected  
mode. Only the still image 3 is stored in the  
built-in memory in the selected mode, then the  
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.  
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NOTES:  
Viewfinder  
● Six sample images have been stored in the built-in  
memory at the factory.  
FINE 12  
Remaining number  
of shots  
If you wish to delete them, first remove the “Protect”  
function (੬ pg. 57), then perform the “Delete”  
function (੬ pg. 58).  
● When the remaining number indicator displays “0”  
(blinking), the still image will be recorded onto the tape  
but not in the built-in memory. If you wish to store a  
still image in the built-in memory, perform the  
“DELETE” function in the Menu Screen to remove still  
images you do not need (੬ pg. 58).  
22  
21  
1
0
(Blinking)  
Pictrue mode display:  
FINE or STD (standard)  
● The Picture Mode can be switched to either “FINE” or  
“STANDARD”. Since the remaining number of shots  
available depends on the selected Picture Mode,  
switching the Picture Mode will vary this number.  
● If the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System  
Select Switch set to “D.S.C.”, the still image cannot be  
recorded onto the tape, but will be stored in the  
camcorder's built-in memory (੬ pg. 46).  
● Image data stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory  
can be transferred to a Windows® PC or Macintosh®  
and saved using the provided image transfer software  
(੬ pg. 61). The image data transferred to a personal  
computer can also be further processed using Paint  
Software.  
Pin-Up  
A still image on a white  
background. A shadow  
effect is added to give it  
a three dimensional feel.  
Full  
A still image that  
occupies the entire  
image field is recorded.  
● When a Pin-Up is taken with the Wide mode  
(੬ pg. 29) activated, the black bars at the top and  
bottom of the screen will disappear.  
● When a Snapshot is taken in a dark environment, the  
still image recorded onto the tape and stored in  
memory will become coarse and its true colors will be  
lost.  
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1 second later, the mode is activated.  
Program AE With Special Effects  
All you have to do to access any of the variety of  
shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.  
After 1 sec.  
SEPIA  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function  
1
you want is aligned with the mark.  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name  
disappears, and only the indication remains. The  
mode is activated.  
Viewfinder  
•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release  
mode is selected, only the mode’s name is  
displayed. Then the name disappears and the  
mode is activated.  
NOTES:  
● Only one effect can be engaged at a time.  
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/  
Wipe (੬ pg. 28) is used in the Sepia mode.  
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed  
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.  
● In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture  
color may be adversely affected if subject is lit by  
alternating discharge-type light sources such as  
flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.  
Mark  
C
U
EFFECT  
WIDE  
TITLE  
SUPER  
LOLUX  
Select Dial  
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Dial  
symbol  
Viewfinder  
indication  
Dial  
symbol  
Viewfinder  
indication  
Mode  
Mode  
LOCK  
AUTO LOCK  
Auto Mode Lock  
TWILIGHT  
Twilight  
Auto Mode Lock  
Twilight  
Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing  
incorrect operation due to accidental button  
pressing during shooting.  
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more  
natural and dramatic. The following happens when  
Twilight mode is selected:  
•In this mode the following controls are disabled;  
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.  
•Auto gain control is turned off.  
•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but  
can also be manually changed to another mode  
(੬ pg. 37).  
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release  
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of  
10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-  
to-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use  
manual focusing (੬ pg. 35).  
Auto Mode Release  
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto  
Mode Lock.  
SPORTS  
Sports  
Electronic  
Fog Filter  
FG  
FG : FOG  
Sports  
Electronic Fog Filter  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an  
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the  
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.  
NEGA POSI  
Nega/Posi  
ND  
ND:ND EFFECT  
ND Effect  
Nega/Posi (Negative/Positive)  
The colors of a picture are reversed.  
ND Effect  
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND  
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on  
the subject.  
SEPIA  
Sepia  
NEGA POSI mode  
Sepia  
The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted  
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of  
an older movie. Use together with Wide (੬ pg. 29)  
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood  
movie.  
1/2000 sec.  
1/2000  
2S 1/2000  
High Speed Shutter  
High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
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Fade/Wipe  
[Ex. : Fader]  
Fade-in  
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.  
Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or  
wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter  
Record–Standby mode.  
ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-  
STANDBY MODE  
Fade-out  
Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown  
1
at left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected  
and reserved.  
Function indication  
Viewfinder  
4EFFECT  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed for approx. 2 seconds. Then the name  
disappears, and only the indication remains.  
MOSAIC  
START OR END RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in/  
out or wipe-in/out.  
2
3
After 2 sec.  
TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-  
STANDBY MODE  
BK  
BK  
FADER  
MOSAIC  
SHUTTER  
SLIDE  
Press EFFECT repeatedly until “OFF” appears  
.
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the  
fade/wipe-standby mode is canceled.  
OFF  
(No indication)  
OFF  
FADER  
Fades in/out to a black screen.  
B
K
MOSAIC (Fader)  
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic  
pattern.  
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 center.  
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.  
EFFECT  
NOTES:  
Recording  
Start/Stop  
Button  
● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button  
allows you to record a black blank screen or a mosaic  
pattern if Mosaic Fader is selected.  
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/  
Wipe is used with Sepia (੬ pg. 27).  
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 27) engaged,  
when Fader (not Mosaic) is used, the image fades in/out  
to a white screen.  
● Even if you start shooting with the Fade/Wipe indication  
displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting, the Fade/  
Wipe does not function.  
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Viewfinder  
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.  
ENGAGE WIDE MODE  
Wide mode  
Press WIDE.  
1
•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.  
Super LoLux(Gain Up)  
Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with  
low or poor lighting.  
SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE  
Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the  
modes as shown at left. Once the desired mode  
appears, it is engaged.  
1
•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2  
seconds, then disappears.  
WIDE  
SUPER LOLUX  
MAX : To record a subject in a dark lit environ-  
ment. When it is more convenient to shoot  
the subject with a brighter image even if  
the picture becomes slightly coarse.  
NORM : To record a subject in a dimly lit environ-  
ment. When it is more convenient to shoot  
with a less coarse picture although the  
subject becomes slightly dark. This setting  
is suitable for measuring sensitivity  
Viewfinder  
4S.LX  
After 2 sec.  
MAX  
conforming to EIA-639 (EIA* Standard for  
Low Light Sensitivity Measurement).  
*EIA : Electronic Industries Association  
: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no  
picture brightness adjustment.  
OFF  
MAX  
NORM  
OFF  
NOTE (for Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Titles and Picture Stabilizer) :  
When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings  
(Fade/Wipe-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Title : off, Picture Stabilizer:  
off). Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK, the above functions  
return to the settings you selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK. However, if the function is switched  
during AUTO LOCK, the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select  
Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK.  
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EN  
Viewfinder  
Instant Titles  
The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can  
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title  
as shown in the illustration to the left.  
Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also in  
French, Spanish and Portuguese. Change the setting in  
TITLE LANG. in the Menu screen. (੬ pg. 31, 33).  
Title display  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY  
OUR VACATION  
No display  
SELECT PRESET TITLE  
Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset  
1
titles until the desired title is displayed.  
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
A SPECIAL DAY  
NOTE:  
Even if you shoot with the Title displayed during Digital  
Still Camera Shooting, this is not recorded.  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
OUR NEW BABY  
WEDDING DAY  
CONGRATULATIONS  
TITLE  
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Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more  
detailed camcorder settings.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
1
2
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
SELECT FUNCTION  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar  
on the desired function.  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
•When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of  
Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically  
displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top  
of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically  
displayed.  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu  
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,  
then go to step 5.  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
Menu Screen 1  
MAKE SETTING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the  
selected function appears. The setting procedure  
depends on the function you select.  
4
BACK  
3
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
TALLY LAMP ON  
If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, or  
“DATE/ TIME” . . .  
.... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 34, 35,  
EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 36, DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 13).  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
ENGLISH  
ON  
OFF  
07  
COLOR BAR  
JLIP ID NO.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4
MENU END  
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .  
Menu Screen 2  
.... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number  
blinks, then rotate it until the desired number  
appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog  
Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
TITLE LANG.  
ENGLISH  
FRENCH  
If you select any other functions . . .  
.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight  
bar to the desired setting.  
SPANISH  
PORTUGUESE  
•If you decide you want to return to the  
previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
EXIT  
Setting Menu  
(ex. TITLE LANG.)  
END SETTING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
4
5
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
BACK  
4
REC TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
CLOSE MENU  
INT. TIME  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen  
reappears.  
TALLY LAMP ON  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
FRENCH  
ON  
OFF  
07  
COLOR BAR  
JLIP ID NO.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4MENU END  
NOTE:  
The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”  
are not available while in the Record mode.  
Normal Screen  
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Menu Screen Explanations  
32  
EN  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
MANU  
AUTO  
MANU  
Adjusts focus automatically.  
Allows you to adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 34, 35).  
Adjusts exposure automatically.  
EXPOSURE  
Allows you to adjust exposure manually (੬ pg. 36).  
DATE/TIME  
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 13).  
TELE MACRO  
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus  
OFF  
ON  
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance  
more than 1m (3.3 ft.) 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 (2 ft.).  
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.  
TAPE LENGTH  
M.W.B.  
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 16).  
AUTO  
: FINE  
This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system senses  
the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic  
white balance adjustment. However, precise color adjustment is  
not possible under the following conditions:  
: CLOUD  
•When an object is in various shades of the same color.  
•When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot  
outdoors.  
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for  
white balance adjustment (੬ pg. 37).  
: HALOGEN  
MWB  
ZOOM SPEED  
Allows you to set the zooming speed (੬ pg. 20).  
FAST  
SLOW  
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REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse  
recording (੬ pg. 39).  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (੬ pg. 38) and Time-  
Lapse recording (੬ pg. 39).  
TALLY LAMP  
ON  
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.  
The tally lamp remains off at all times.  
OFF  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)  
of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 30)  
ON  
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and  
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 22 times (the  
optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi-  
cation.  
OFF  
Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum  
22x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during  
Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 22x.  
COLOR BAR  
Does not display color bars. Normal screen is recorded.  
OFF  
ON  
Makes the normal screen disappear, then displays color bars. By  
recording color bars at the beginning or end of a tape, an effect  
similar to professional productions can be given to your tape.  
NOTE:  
While the color bars are displayed, the camcorder’s other  
functions are disabled.  
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.  
Automatic demonstration will not take place.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
ON  
Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, Instant Titles  
etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen  
is closed, demonstration starts.  
NOTES:  
● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is  
not available.  
● By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase  
Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it,  
“DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.  
● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.  
= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK  
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EN  
Focusing  
Auto Focus  
Focus  
detection zone  
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous  
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,  
correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations  
listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):  
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.  
•When illumination is low.*  
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in  
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall,  
or a clear, blue sky.*  
•When a dark object is barely visible.*  
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical  
patterns that are regularly repeated.  
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light  
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.  
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast  
background.  
* The low-contrast warning “  
” appears.  
NOTES:  
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is  
not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece  
of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs,  
wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.  
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out  
first (੬ pg. 20). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,  
the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend-  
ing on the distance between the camcorder and the  
subject. When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 32) is activated, the  
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.  
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Manual Focus  
NOTE:  
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder  
adjustments (੬ pg. 14). If you haven’t, do so before  
continuing.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
1
2
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on  
“FOCUS”.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Menu Screen  
Viewfinder  
ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
No indication  
during recording  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
3 to “MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “  
” appear. The  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
focus is locked at this point.  
4
NEXT  
ADJUST FOCUS  
To farther subject . . .  
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “  
blinks.  
FOCUS  
Focus Menu  
Screen  
” appears and  
AUTO  
MANU  
Go to step 5.  
To nearer subject . . .  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears  
and blinks.  
Go to step 5.  
No indication  
during recording  
EXIT  
END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU  
END”.  
Manual Focus  
Screen  
5
6
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
disppears and “  
is locked.  
” reappears to indicate the focus  
NOTES:  
● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.  
● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from  
step 1.  
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto  
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you  
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,  
sharply focused images cannot be obtained when  
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at  
longer focal lengths.  
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or  
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
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36  
EN  
Exposure Control  
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best  
available picture quality, but you can override and make  
the adjustment manually.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
1
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Menu Screen  
ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU  
SCREEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “EXPOSURE” and press it.  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
2
3
4
MENU END  
ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control  
level counter) appears.  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
No indication  
during recording  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4
NEXT  
ADJUST EXPOSURE  
To brighten the image . . .  
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure  
control level counter increases (maximum +06).  
Go to step 5.  
EXPOSURE  
Exposure Menu  
Screen  
AUTO  
MANU  
To darken the image . . .  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure  
control level counter decreases (maximum –06).  
Go to step 5.  
No indication  
during recording  
EXIT  
END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
5
6
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU  
END”.  
00  
Exposure  
control  
level  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
disappears and the exposure control level counter  
reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.  
counter  
NOTES:  
Manual Exposure Screen  
To brighten the image  
● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 3.  
● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from  
step 1.  
–
06  
+
06  
To darken the image  
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Viewfinder  
MENU  
Manual White Balance Adjustment  
(M.W.B.)  
Menu Screen  
4
MENU END  
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.  
However, the more advanced camcorder operator would  
prefer to control this function manually and achieve a  
more professional color/tint reproduction.  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
4
NEXT  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
1
Screen appears.  
M. W. B.  
M.W.B.  
Menu Screen  
AUTO  
ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU  
: FINE  
: CLOUD  
SCREEN  
: HALOGEN  
MWB  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “M.W.B.”, then press it.  
2
EXIT  
SELECT WHITE BALANCE  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the required white balance.  
3
“AUTO” ................... Automatic adjustment  
“
“
“
: FINE” ............. Outdoors on sunny day  
: CLOUD” ........ Outdoors on cloudy day  
: HALOGEN” ... Light source is halogen or  
tungsten lamp  
“MWB” .................... When using a personal White  
Balance Setting stored in  
memory (see below.)  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
reappears. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to  
exit the Menu Screen.  
Select Dial  
4
MENU  
Jog Dial  
MWB  
MWB sets the color temperature for the subject’s light  
source so you can shoot with natural colors that are  
unaffected by surroundings, even when there are  
multiple subjects with different color temperatures.  
NOTES:  
● To switch to automatic white balance  
adjustment, set the M.W.B. in the Menu  
Screen to “AUTO”, or turn the Select Dial to  
“AUTO LOCK”.  
PREPARE WHITE OBJECT  
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a  
● Re-adjust the White Balance when the  
lighting has changed, when the camcorder  
has been turned off and on again, or when  
the Select Dial’s position has been changed.  
● When adjusted by putting colored paper in  
front of the subject in step 1 of “MWB”, this  
unit makes its color temperature standard for  
automatic white balance. So you can enjoy  
shooting with different colors. For example,  
when adjusting with red, blue or yellow  
colors, the image becomes the color which  
approximates to green, orange or purple  
respectively.  
1
2
3
sheet of white paper.  
SELECT MWB  
Follow step 1 through 3 of the above, select  
“MWB”.  
MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE  
Press the MENU Jog Dial until “MWB” begins  
blinking. “MWB” blinks while the white balance is  
being stored in memory, then the Menu Screen  
reappears when memorization is complete.  
CLOSE MENU  
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a  
color monitor when adjusting the white  
balance (੬ pg. 44).  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4
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EN  
Self-Timer  
Recording  
Start/Stop Button  
You can set the delay between pressing the Recording  
Start/Stop Button and the actual start of recording. If you  
secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the  
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.  
NOTE:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode  
before performing the following steps.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
1
2
3
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Menu Screen  
ACCESS INT. TIME MENU SCREEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
System Select Switch  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
SET INTERVAL TIME  
4
MENU END  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is  
placed on “MENU END”.  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
CLOSE MENU  
4
NEXT  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4
5
4
BACK  
START DELAYED RECORDING  
If you set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” . . .  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the  
selected time has elapsed, recording begins  
automatically.  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
TALLY LAMP ON  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
ENGLISH  
ON  
OFF  
07  
COLOR BAR  
JLIP ID NO.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
If you set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.” . . .  
Press the SNAPSHOT Button. When the selected  
time has elapsed, a still image is shot automatically.  
4
MENU END  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
To Cancel Self-Timer . . .  
OFF  
OFF  
If you set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” . . .  
15 S  
1 4 S  
1 2 S  
1 S  
30 S  
.... Before the recording begins, press the Recording  
1 MIN  
5 MIN  
Start/Stop Button to display “  
”, then set  
PAUSE  
5 S  
“INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.  
If you set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.” . . .  
.... Before shooting a still image, press the SNAPSHOT  
Button, then set “INT.TIME” in the Menu Screen to  
“OFF”.  
EXIT  
EXIT  
INT. TIME Menu  
REC TIME Menu  
INT. TIME Indicator  
INT. TIME and  
REC TIME  
indications on the  
normal screen  
15S  
1S  
REC TIME Indicator  
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Animation  
Time-Lapse  
Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of  
movement. This function allows you to shoot a  
series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same  
object for a brief period of time.  
You can record sequentially at preset time spans.  
Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,  
you can record subtle changes over an extended  
period of time.  
NOTE:  
NOTE:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby  
mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before  
performing the following steps.  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby  
mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before  
performing the following steps.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except  
1
2
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.  
1
2
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.  
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the  
Menu Screen.  
RECORDINGS  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “INT. TIME”, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The INT. TIME Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
START RECORDING  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.  
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the  
Menu Screen.  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after  
focusing on the subject. The recording stops  
automatically after the selected period of time.  
3
3
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF  
PICTURES  
Repeat step 3 for the desired number of  
pictures.  
4
5
START TIME-LAPSE  
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE  
RECORDING  
Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
Recording and intervals alternate  
automatically.  
4
5
NOTES:  
RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE  
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is  
secured when shooting in Animation or  
Time-Lapse mode.  
To release when “  
” is displayed, set  
PAUSE  
“REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu  
Screen to “OFF”. To release when  
” and “REC ” are not displayed,  
● Fade- or Wipe-in/out cannot be performed during  
Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.  
● Before performing other operations following  
Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure  
the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.  
● Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse are  
canceled when the power is shut off or when the  
cassette is ejected.  
“
PAUSE  
press the Recording Start/Stop Button to display  
”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT.  
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.  
“
PAUSE  
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VIDEO PLAYBACK Basic Playback  
40  
EN  
Tape running indicator  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
4
: Playback  
1
2
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
3
2
: Fast-Forward/Forward Search  
: Rewind/Reverse Search  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
6 : Still Playback  
SELECT MODE  
Set the System Select Swtich to “VIDEO”, then set  
the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power indicator  
lights.  
4
Tape counter  
M–0:23:45  
PLAY BACK  
PLAY/PAUSE  
REW  
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears.  
3
4
STOP PLAYBACK  
Press STOP.  
FF  
STOP  
Rewind or Fast-forward the tape  
Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape  
during Stop mode.  
NOTE:  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5  
minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power  
Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.  
System Select Switch  
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VIDEO PLAYBACK Features  
EN  
41  
Tracking  
AT  
This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that  
appear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is Auto  
Tracking. Manual Tracking is also available.  
ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode.  
1
Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear.  
•To return to Auto Tracking, press the MENU Jog  
Dial. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes,  
the indication disappears.  
NOTES:  
● When noise bars appear during playback, the  
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is  
displayed.  
● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on  
other VCRs or camcorders.  
MENU Jog Dial  
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VIDEO PLAYBACK Features (cont.)  
42  
EN  
FEATURE:  
Still Playback  
PURPOSE:  
OPERATION:  
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.  
REW  
FF  
STOP  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Shuttle Search  
To allow high-speed search in either  
direction.  
OPERATION:  
Forward Search  
1) Press FF during playback.  
Reverse Search  
1) Press REW during playback.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome or darken in  
Shuttle Search. This is normal.  
NOTE:  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Counter Memory Function  
To make it easier to locate a specific  
tape segment.  
Set to “VIDEO”  
OPERATION:  
1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for  
more than 1 second. The counter  
resets to “0:00:00”.  
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than  
1 second. “M” appears.  
3) After recording or playback, press  
STOP, then REW. The tape  
automatically stops at or close to  
0:00:00.  
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start  
playback.  
NOTES:  
● The counter memory functions in  
the Fast-Forward and Rewind  
modes.  
● To disable Counter Memory  
Function, press COUNTER R/M for  
less than 1 second so the “M”  
disappears.  
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VIDEO PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter  
Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)  
EN  
43  
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded  
with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS  
video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery  
powered and automatically performs tape loading and  
unloading.  
INSERT BATTERY  
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install  
one “AA(R6)” size battery as shown in the  
illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.  
1
2
3
VCR  
INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER  
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment  
door, then insert the cassette and close the  
compartment door.  
Compartment door  
PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR  
Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the  
tape back as you would any other.  
REMOVE CASSETTE FROM  
ADAPTER  
Slide the latch and the compartment door opens  
automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do  
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then insert  
your finger in the hole on the underside of the  
adapter as shown in the illustration at left, push up  
and remove the cassette.  
4
Sliding latch  
Reels  
Compact video cassette  
NOTES:  
● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the  
reels for safety and tape protection.  
● During special-effect playback (slow motion, still  
frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may  
appear on the screen.  
● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the  
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with  
adhesive tape.  
Recording safety hole  
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BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR  
There are three basic types of connections. When making  
the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV  
instruction manuals.  
44  
EN  
A
Connection To A VCR  
(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)  
When  
NOTE:  
connecting the  
cables, open  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
the jack cover.  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
1
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and  
those on the VCR.  
Audio and  
Video cables  
(optional)  
To  
SUPPLY POWER  
AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
2
3
SELECT MODE  
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV  
to its VIDEO mode.  
VCR  
Antenna  
Connection To A TV With A/V Input  
B
Connectors (Playback ONLY)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
RF unit  
RF-V5U  
(optional)  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
1
2
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and  
those on the TV.  
To AUDIO, VIDEO and  
RF DC OUT connectors  
SELECT MODE  
Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in  
its instructions).  
NOTES:  
● It is recommended to use the AC Power  
Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead  
of the battery pack.  
● To monitor the picture and sound from the  
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the  
camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA”,  
then set your TV to the appropriate input  
mode.  
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not  
specially shielded, do not place the speakers  
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur  
in the camcorder playback picture.  
Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input  
Connectors (Playback ONLY)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit.  
*Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection  
procedure.  
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TAPE DUBBING  
EN  
45  
Tape Dubbing  
CONNECT EQUIPMENT  
Following the illustration at left, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR.  
1
2
PLAY/PAUSE  
PREPARE FOR DUBBING  
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”. Turn  
on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate  
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.  
SELECT VCR MODE  
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.  
3
4
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot  
just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
Power Switch  
START EDITING  
When connecting  
the cables, open  
the jack cover.  
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s  
Record mode.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
5
6
7
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY  
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
Audio and  
Video cables  
(optional)  
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then  
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
VCR  
(Recording deck)  
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DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING  
46  
EN  
Set to “D.S.C.”  
Basic Shooting  
MODE  
SNAPSHOT  
When shooting a still image, it is not recorded onto the  
tape, but it is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory  
in the selected Picture Mode. A stored still image data  
can be transferred to a PC, saved, and processed using a  
Paint Software program (੬ pg. 61). A still image  
processed on the PC can be also inserted onto a tape  
(੬ pg. 69).  
SELECT MODE  
Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open  
the lens cover, then set the System Select Switch to  
“D.S.C.”. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.  
1
2
•The power indicator lights and an image appears.  
P
SELECT PICTURE MODE  
P (Pin-Up)  
No display (Full)  
Set “PICTURE” to “FINE” or “STANDARD” in the  
Menu Screen (੬ pg. 47) as required.  
To select in the Full Auto mode . . .  
.... turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK. Go to step 4.  
Viewfinder  
To shoot using various functions . . .  
.... turn the Select Dial to any position except  
AUTO LOCK. Go to step 3.  
Pin-Up  
A still image on a white  
background. A shadow  
effect is added to give it  
a three dimensional feel.  
•There are two modes: FINE allows you to shoot up  
to approx. 22 still images with higher resolution,  
and STANDARD allows you to shoot up to approx.  
44 still images with lower resolution.  
SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE  
Full  
Press the MODE Button to switch from one mode to  
the other until the desired setting appears as shown  
in the illustration to the left.  
A still image that  
occupies the entire  
image field is stored.  
3
4
SHOOT  
Press the SNAPSHOT Button.  
•A still image is stored in the built-in memory and  
displayed for approx. 2 seconds. While the still  
image remains displayed, that image is in the  
process of being stored in memory, and it is  
therefore impossible to take another shot during  
that time. When the still image disappears and the  
scene you are currently aimed at appears on the  
screen, you may take another shot.  
Pictrue mode display  
FINE 12  
Remaining number  
of shots  
22  
21  
1
0
•The remaining number of shots available is  
displayed.  
(Blinking)  
NOTES:  
● The remaining number of shots varies according to the  
selected Picture Mode. In the “STANDARD” mode,  
twice as many still images can be shot as in the “FINE”  
mode.  
● Six sample images have been stored in the built-in  
memory at the factory.  
If you wish to delete them, first remove the “Protect”  
function (੬ pg. 57), then perform the “Delete”  
function (੬ pg. 58)  
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47  
Set to “D.S.C.”  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Picture Mode Setting  
There are two image settings you can  
choose from when storing in the  
camcorder’s memory: FINE and  
STANDARD. You can select either  
according to your needs.  
OPERATION:  
1) ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any  
position except AUTO LOCK.  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
2) SELECT FUNCTION  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the highlight bar to “PICTURE”,  
then press it. The Picture Mode  
Setting Menu appears.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Menu Screen  
3) SET PICTURE MODE  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the highlight bar to the desired  
setting (FINE or STANDARD).  
Ⅲ Factory-preset is “FINE”.  
Ⅲ If you want the Picture Mode to  
return to the previous setting,  
rotate the MENU Jog Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
4) CLOSE MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
PICTURE  
M. W. B.  
FINE  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4
NEXT  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The  
Menu Screen reappears and the  
highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
Then press the MENU Jog Dial  
again to close the Menu Screen.  
“STD” is displayed with STAND-  
ARD selected, and “FINE” is  
displayed with FINE selected.  
PICTURE  
Picture Mode  
Setting Menu  
FINE  
STANDARD  
EXIT  
NOTES:  
● To store the still images you shot, we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them  
on disk (੬ pg. 61).  
● When the remaining number indicator displays “0” (blinking), it is not possible to continue storing  
pictures until you delete some shots to make room for new ones. Perform “DELETE” function in the  
Menu Screen to remove pictures you do not need (੬pg. 58).  
● The Picture Mode can be switched to either “FINE”or “STANDARD”. Since the remaining number of  
shots available depends on the selected Picture Mode, switching the Picture Mode will vary this  
number.  
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the  
cover is closed.  
● When the SNAPSHOT Button is pressed with the System Select Switch set to “VIDEO”, the picture is  
stored not only in the camcorder's built-in memory but also onto the tape (if a tape is in the camcorder)  
(੬ pg. 24).  
● When you shoot in a dark environment, the still image will become coarse and its true colors will be  
lost.  
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D.S.C. SHOOTING Advanced Features  
During Digital Still Camera shooting, various functions used for movie shooting are also available. After  
setting the following functions, press the SNAPSHOT Button to shoot. A still image which takes advantage of  
these movie functions is stored in memory.  
48  
EN  
Mode  
Function  
Zoom  
Allows you to use the optical zoom or the Digital Zoom. Zooming is possible  
from 22 times (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi-  
cation. Select optical zoom or Digital Zoom in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 50).  
Picture  
Stabilizer  
When recording while holding the camorder in your hand, or when shooting a  
subject with little or no contrast, subtle hand movements will cause shakiness in  
the recorded image (੬ pg. 21).  
Video Light  
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim (੬ pg. 23).  
Auto Mode Lock  
Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to  
accidental button pressing during shooting.  
•In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and  
the Menu Jog Dial (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
Auto Mode  
Release  
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external fog filter is attached to  
the lens. Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
Electronic Fog  
Filter  
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 (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
Sepia  
Allows you to shoot a still image in monochrome, giving the effect of an older  
picture (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
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49  
Mode  
Function  
Twilight  
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic. The  
following happens when Twilight mode is selected (੬ pg. 26, 27):  
•Auto gain control is turned off.  
•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but can also be manually  
changed to another mode.  
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To  
focus when the subject-to-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use manual  
focusing (੬ pg. 35).  
Sports  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
The colors of a picture are reversed (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
Nega/Posi  
(Negative/  
Positive)  
1/2000 sec. High  
Speed Shutter  
Captures faster action than Sports mode (੬ pg. 26, 27).  
Wide  
Black bars are recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-  
like “wide-screen” effect (੬ pg. 29).  
Super LoLux  
(Gain Up)  
Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting  
(੬ pg. 29).  
Self-Timer  
Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene  
in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture.  
•Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 38, then press the SNAPSHOT Button as step 5  
in place of the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the selected time has elapsed,  
a still image is shot automatically (੬ pg. 38).  
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D.S.C. SHOOTING Advanced Features (cont.)  
50  
EN  
Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more  
detailed camcorder settings.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
1
2
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
SELECT FUNCTION  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar  
on the desired function.  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
4
MENU END  
•When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of  
Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically  
displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top  
of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically  
displayed.  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
PICTURE  
M. W. B.  
FINE  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu  
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,  
then go to step 5.  
4NEXT  
Menu Screen 1  
MAKE SETTING  
4
BACK  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the  
selected function appears. The setting procedure  
depends on the function you select. It is not possible  
to change “REC TIME” and “TITLE LANG.” settings.  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
3
TALLY LAMP ON  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
ENGLISH  
ON  
OFF  
06  
COLOR BAR  
JLIP ID NO.  
If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE” or “DATE/  
TIME” . . .  
.... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 34, 35,  
EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 36, DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 13).  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4
MENU END  
Menu Screen 2  
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .  
.... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number  
blinks, then rotate it until the desired number  
appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog  
Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
15 S  
30 S  
1 MIN  
5 MIN  
If you select any other functions . . .  
.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight  
bar to the desired setting.  
EXIT  
•If you decide you want to return to the  
previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
Setting Menu  
(ex. INT. TIME)  
END SETTING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
4
BACK  
4
5
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
15 S  
TALLY LAMP ON  
CLOSE MENU  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
ENGLISH  
ON  
OFF  
06  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen  
reappears.  
COLOR BAR  
JLIP ID NO.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4
MENU END  
NOTE:  
The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”  
are not available while in the Record mode.  
Normal Screen  
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51  
Menu Screen Explanations  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
MANU  
AUTO  
MANU  
Adjusts focus automatically.  
Allows you to adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 34, 35).  
Adjusts exposure automatically.  
EXPOSURE  
Allows you to adjust exposure manually (੬ pg. 36).  
DATE/TIME  
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 13).  
TELE MACRO  
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus  
OFF  
ON  
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance  
more than 1m (3.3 ft.) 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 (2 ft.).  
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.  
FINE  
Allows you to shoot up to approx. 22 still images in JPEG (Joint  
Photographic Expert Group) format. Since the quality of image  
is better than “STANDARD”, “FINE” is more suitable for post-  
production on a PC.  
PICTURE  
STANDARD  
(STD)  
Allows you to shoot up to approx. 44 still images in JPEG (Joint  
Photographic Expert Group) format. Since in this mode, twice as  
many still images can be shot as in the “FINE” mode, select this  
mode when you wish to shoot many still images.  
This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system senses  
the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic  
white balance adjustment. However, precise color adjustment is  
not possible under the following conditions:  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
: FINE  
: CLOUD  
•When an object is in various shades of the same color.  
•When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot  
outdoors.  
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for  
white balance adjustment (੬ pg. 37).  
: HALOGEN  
MWB  
ZOOM SPEED  
FAST  
Allows you to set the zooming speed (੬ pg. 20).  
SLOW  
= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK  
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D.S.C. SHOOTING Advanced Features (cont.)  
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)  
52  
EN  
REC TIME  
Setting is impossible.  
INT. TIME  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (੬ pg. 38).  
TALLY LAMP  
ON  
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.  
The tally lamp remains off at all times.  
OFF  
Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)  
TITLE LANG.  
D. ZOOM  
of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 30) .  
ON  
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and  
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 22 times (the  
optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 44 times digital magnifi-  
cation.  
OFF  
Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum  
22x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during  
Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 22x.  
COLOR BAR  
OFF  
ON  
Does not display color bars. Normal screen is recorded.  
Makes the normal screen disappear, then displays color bars.  
By recording color bars at the beginning or end of a tape, an  
effect similar to professional productions can be given to your  
tape.  
NOTE:  
While the color bars are displayed, the camcorder’s other  
functions are disabled.  
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.  
JLIP ID NO.  
Automatic demonstration will not take place.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
ON  
Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, Instant  
Titles etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu  
Screen is closed, demonstration starts.  
NOTES:  
●When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is  
not available.  
●By turning off the camcorder, “DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF”  
automatically.  
●During demonstration, all functions except zoom are  
disabled.  
= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK  
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Still images shot using this camcoder are automatically  
numbered, then stored in numerical order in the built-in  
memory. You can view the still images stored in memory,  
one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album.  
Page Button  
SELECT MODE  
Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set  
1
the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
•The still image stored in memory is displayed.  
•When no still image is stored in memory, the  
screen becomes blue.  
System Select Switch  
PLAY BACK  
Press “W” or “T” located on the Page Button to  
select the still image you want to view.  
2
•Each time “W” is pressed, the page goes back,  
while each time “T” is pressed, the page goes next.  
•Even if you shoot a new picture after playing back  
a still image with a low number, this will not  
overwrite the existing picture because new  
pictures are automatically stored after the still  
image most recently stored in memory.  
To move the  
page next  
Viewfinder  
NOTES:  
● The playback picture can also be viewed on a  
connected TV (੬ pg. 44). Camcorder operation is the  
same as described in this section.  
● When viewing a playback picture on a connected TV,  
it may jitter slightly.  
To move the  
page back  
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Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more  
detailed camcorder settings.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
1
2
appears.  
Select Dial  
SELECT FUNCTION  
MENU Jog Dial  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar  
on the desired function.  
Viewfinder  
•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu  
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,  
then go to step 5.  
MENU  
INDEX  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
MAKE SETTING  
DELETE  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the  
selected function appears. The setting procedure  
depends on the function you select.  
3
4MENU END  
Menu Screen  
If you select “INDEX” . . .  
.... ੬ pg. 56.  
•Select the desired still image in the INDEX  
Menu Screen, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
The selected still image appears on the whole  
screen, then the screen enters normal  
playback. It is not necessary to perform steps 4  
and 5.  
EXIT <PROTECT>  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
If you select “SLIDE SHOW 1”, “SLIDE SHOW 2”,  
“PROTECT” or “DELETE”. . .  
.... see respective pages.  
Setting Menu  
(ex. PROTECT)  
END SETTING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
4
5
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
MENU  
INDEX  
CLOSE MENU  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen  
reappears.  
DELETE  
4
MENU END  
Normal Screen  
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Mode  
Effect  
INDEX  
All still images stored in memory can be displayed six at a time. This mode is a  
convenient way to look for the still image you want to view and to check the still  
images you shot beforehand (੬ pg. 56).  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
Allows you to run through all the still images stored in memory automatically in  
numerical order. Each still image is displayed. This mode is like a regular slide-  
show (੬ pg. 60).  
The still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
(੬ pg. 60).  
Lets you protect selected still images from accidental erasure. Select a still image  
for which you want to perform “Protect” to put a padlock mark next to it. A still  
image with a padlock mark cannot be deleted. When selecting a still image to  
protect, you can check six still images stored in memory at a time (੬ pg. 57).  
Allows you to delete some still images already stored in memory (੬ pg. 58).  
DELETE  
CAUTION:  
While “ENTER” is selected on the Delete Execute Menu and it is blinking,  
switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply unit (battery pack or  
AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the camcorder’s built-in memory to  
become corrupt. Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.  
SELECT  
Allows you to check 6 still images stored in memory at a time, to  
select the still images you want to delete.  
ALL  
Allows you to delete all the still images at once except protected  
images.  
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EN  
Index  
You can view all still images stored in memory six at a  
time. Use this mode when looking for a still image you  
want to view and when checking the still images you  
shot beforehand.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
1
Set the System Select  
Switch to “D.S.C.”.  
MENU Jog Dial  
ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “INDEX”, then press it.  
2
3
Viewfinder  
MENU  
VIEW INDEX IMAGES  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the  
desired still image, then press it. The one you  
selected is displayed on the whole screen, then the  
screen enters normal playback.  
INDEX  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
•On the Index Menu Screen, 6 still images are  
displayed at a time. When viewing the still images  
that follow the 6th one, rotate the MENU Jog Dial  
to move the frame from Index No. 1 to No. 6, and  
then rotate it further downward. The frame is  
placed on the 7th still image automatically. Images  
after the 7th one can also be accessed in the same  
way.  
4
MENU END  
Menu Screen  
EXIT  
01  
<INDEX>  
02  
03  
•If the desired still image cannot be found, place  
the highlight bar on “EXIT”, then press the MENU  
Jog Dial twice to exit the Menu Screen.  
04  
06  
NOTES:  
Index Menu Screen  
● When moving the frame from the 7th still image back  
to the 6th, rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place  
the highlight bar on “EXIT”, then rotate it further  
upward. The frame is moved to the 6th still image.  
Perform the same procedure for the 13th image.  
● On the Index Menu Screen, a star mark is displayed  
next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode.  
Playback screen  
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Protect  
This mode helps prevent accidental erasure of images.  
Put a padlock mark next to the desired still image, and  
that still image cannot be deleted.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
1
ACCESS PROTECT MENU SCREEN  
Set the System Select  
Switch to “D.S.C.”.  
MENU Jog Dial  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
2
to “PROTECT”, then press it.  
•If you do not want to perform “Protect” for any still  
image, go to step 4.  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
INDEX  
SET PROTECT  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the  
desired still image, then press it. The padlock mark  
appears above the selected image.  
3
DELETE  
•On the Protect Menu Screen, all still images are  
displayed six at a time. To perform “Protect” for  
the still images that come after the 6th one, rotate  
the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame from Index  
No. 1 to No. 6, then rotate it further downward.  
The frame is placed automatically on the 7th still  
image. Images after the 7th one can also be  
accessed in the same way.  
4
MENU END  
Menu Screen  
EXIT <PROTECT>  
01  
03  
•To complete “Protect”, go to step 4.  
04  
05  
06  
CLOSE MENU  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the  
highlight bar on “EXIT”, then press it twice.  
4
Protect Menu Screen  
To remove “Protect”. . .  
EXIT <PROTECT>  
01  
03  
Perform steps 1 and 2, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the frame to the desired still image with the padlock  
mark, then press it. The padlock mark located above the  
still image disappears and the image is no longer  
protected. When finished removing protection, perform  
step 4.  
04  
05  
06  
A padlock mark appears.  
NOTES:  
● To move the frame from Index No. 7 to 6, place the  
highlight bar on “EXIT” by rotating the MENU Jog Dial  
upward. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial further upward.  
The frame is moved to the 6th still image automatically.  
Perform the same procedure for still images that follow  
the 13th one.  
● On the Protect Menu Screen, a star mark is displayed  
next to a still image you shot in the FINE mode.  
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EN  
Delete  
When the memory in which still images are stored  
becomes full, the number of remaining shots available  
reaches “0” (blinking). In this situation it becomes  
impossible to take your next shot. Delete some still  
images already stored in memory to make room for new  
shots.  
Set the System  
Select Switch to “D.S.C.”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
MENU Jog Dial  
1
2
3
Viewfinder  
MENU  
ACCESS DELETE MENU SCREEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “DELETE”, then press it.  
INDEX  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
SELECT DELETE MODE  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “SELECT” or “ALL”, then press it.  
4
MENU END  
To select a still image by checking the still images  
stored in memory . . .  
.... select “SELECT”, then go to step 4.  
To delete all the still images stored in memory at  
once without checking them . . .  
.... select “ALL”, then go to step 5.  
Menu Screen  
DELETE  
SELECT  
ALL  
To quit the Delete Mode . . .  
.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight  
bar on “EXIT”, then press it twice.  
In case of  
“ALL”  
EXIT  
SELECT ON DELETE SELECT MENU  
SCREEN  
Delete Menu Screen  
In case of  
“SELECT”  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the frame to the  
desired still image, then press it. “ ” appears above  
the selected still image. When you have finished  
selecting all the desired still images, rotate the  
MENU Jog Dial upward to place the highlight bar on  
“NEXT”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4
NEXT <DELETE>  
01  
02  
04  
05  
06  
•On the Delete Select Menu Screen, the still images  
are displayed six at a time. To delete the still  
images that follow the 6th one, rotate the MENU  
Jog Dial to move the frame from No. 1 to No. 6,  
then rotate it further downward. The frame is  
moved to the 7th still image automatically.  
Perform the same procedure for still images that  
follow the 7th one.  
Delete Select Menu Screen  
DELETE  
CANCEL  
ENTER  
Delete Execute Menu Screen  
Menu Screen  
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In case of “SELECT”  
ACCESS DELETE EXECUTE MENU  
SCREEN  
NEXT <DELETE>  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “CANCEL” or “ENTER”, then press it.  
01  
02  
06  
5
6
•“CANCEL” does not delete the selected still images  
and the screen returns to the Menu Screen.  
•“ENTER” deletes the selected still images. While  
“ENTER” blinks, they are in the process of being  
deleted from memory. After deleting is finished,  
the screen returns to the Menu Screen.  
04  
05  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu  
Screen.  
If you check the remaining still images on  
Index Menu Screen after deleting...  
CAUTION:  
While “ENTER” is selected on the Delete Execute  
Menu and it is blinking, switching off the camcorder  
or removing the power supply unit (battery pack or  
AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the  
camcorder’s built-in memory to become corrupt.  
Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.  
EXIT  
01  
<INDEX>  
02  
03  
06  
04  
05  
NOTES:  
● Before deleting some still images stored in memory,  
perform “Protect” for the necessary ones (੬ pg. 57) or  
save them on a PC so that you do not lose them  
accidentally (੬ pg. 61).  
● Even if “ALL” is selected on the Delete Menu Screen, it  
is not possible to delete a still image with a padlock  
mark. “ALL” only deletes all still images that are not  
protected. After images are deleted from memory, the  
remaining images are automatically moved up to fill in  
any gaps in the numerical sequence. The Index No. for  
images protected (with the padlock mark) may  
therefore change.  
● When selecting the desired still image in step 4, to  
move the frame from No. 7 to 6, place the highlight bar  
on “EXIT” by rotating the MENU Jog Dial upward.  
Rotate it further upward to move the frame to No. 6.  
Perform the same procedure for still images that follow  
the 13th one.  
● On the Delete Select Menu Screen, a star mark is  
displayed next to a still image you shot in the FINE  
mode.  
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EN  
Slide Show  
You can run through all the still images stored in memory  
automatically. This is like a regular slide-show. There are  
2 types available. Select either according to your needs.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
1
Set the System Select  
Switch to “D.S.C.”.  
ACCESS SLIDE SHOW  
MENU Jog Dial  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “SLIDE SHOW 1” or “SLIDE SHOW 2”, then  
press it.  
2
3
Viewfinder  
If you select “SLIDE SHOW 1” . . .  
.... all still images stored in memory are displayed  
in numerical order.  
MENU  
Menu Screen  
INDEX  
SLIDE SHOW 1  
SLIDE SHOW 2  
PROTECT  
If you select “SLIDE SHOW 2”. . .  
.... the still image wipes in to push up the previous  
one from the bottom of the screen to the top.  
DELETE  
•To end “SLIDE SHOW”, press the MENU Jog Dial.  
The still image which follows the still image  
displayed at the moment the MENU Jog Dial is  
pressed appears, then the screen returns to the  
Menu Screen.  
4MENU END  
Ex. SLIDE SHOW 1  
Ex. SLIDE SHOW 2  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
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D.S.C. PLAYBACK Connection  
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Connection to a Windows® PC/Macintosh®  
Image data stored in the camcorder's built-in memory  
can be transferred to a Windows® PC or Macintosh® and  
saved using the provided image transfer software. The  
image data transferred to a personal computer can also  
be further processed using Paint Software, and the still  
image processed on the PC can be inserted onto a tape  
(੬ pg. 69).  
Set to “D.S.C.”  
To DIGITAL jack  
(8-pin)  
CONNECT TO PERSONAL  
COMPUTER  
Connect the camcorder’s DIGITAL jack to the COM  
1
2
Port (RS-232C) on a Windows PC or to the Modem  
Port/Printer Port (8-pin) on a Macintosh, using the  
provided PC connection cable.  
PC connection  
cables (provided)  
SELECT MODE  
Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set  
the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
For Macintosh®:  
To Modem Port  
or Printer Port  
For Windows®:  
To COM Port  
(RS-232C)  
•A still image stored in memory appears.  
•When transferring still images to a computer, be  
sure that a still image is displayed on the screen.  
RUN IMAGE TRANSFER SOFT-  
WARE  
Launch the provided software on your Windows®  
PC or Macintosh®. Transfer the still images stored in  
the camcorder’s memory to the Windows® PC or  
Macintosh®. Refer to the software’s instruction  
manual on the provided CD-ROM for details.  
3
4
•During transfer of the still image, the camcorder’s  
screen becomes blue and “  
” is dis-  
PC MODE  
played. After transferring is finished, the screen  
displays the same still image as in step 2.  
Viewfinder  
END TRANSFERRING  
Close the software, then switch off the camcorder.  
PC MODE  
NOTES:  
● Before transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder’s built-in memory, perform  
the camcorder’s Picture Mode Setting (੬ pg. 47). The still images will be transferred from the personal  
computer in the selected Picture Mode.  
● When transferring still images from your personal computer to the camcorder, make sure the number of  
images to be transferred is smaller than the camcorder's remaining number of shots available.  
● Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack.  
● The still images stored in the camcorder’s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to  
the PC. If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder's memory, delete them (੬ pg. 58, 59).  
● Windows® are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.  
● Macintosh® are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.  
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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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INSTALLING THE BATTERY  
A
B
C
1
PULL OUT BATTERY  
2
2
3
a
2
3
1
3
HOLDER  
1
Release  
tab  
A
Type  
Type  
Type  
: Pull out by inserting a pointed  
1
Lock hole  
1
a
1
instrument into slot  
.
B
C
: Pull out while sliding the lock  
hole.  
: Pinch the release tab and pull  
out.  
1
2
#
1
7
%
2
7
8
9
0
!
@
INSERT BATTERY  
$
8
9
3
4
5
6
Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert  
the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the  
battery holder.  
2
3
!
5
0
3
^
@
4
6
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER  
Insert the battery holder into the remote  
control unit, and push the holder until it  
clicks into place.  
&
* Read the caution concerning lithium  
batteries (੬ pg. 2).  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
FUNCTIONS  
BUTTONS  
With the camcorder’s power switch  
set to “CAMERA”.  
With the camcorder’s power switch  
set to “PLAY”.  
1 Infrared beam  
Transmits the beam signal.  
transmitting window  
2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 20)  
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 40)  
Stop (੬ pg. 40)  
3 PLAY Button  
—
—
4 STOP Button  
5 REW Button  
Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 21) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 40, 42)  
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 68, 69)  
Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.  
6 INSERT Button  
7 START/STOP Button  
8 INT. TIME Button  
9 REC TIME Button  
0 PAUSE Button  
! FF Button  
—
Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 63)  
—
—
Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 63)  
—
Pause (੬ pg. 42)  
Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 21)  
FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 40, 42)  
@ A.DUB Button  
# PAUSE IN Connector  
$ MBR SET Button  
% VISS Button  
—
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 70)  
੬ pg. 65  
—
—
੬ pg. 64  
Index Code marking (੬ pg. 63)  
—
^ VCR CTL Button  
& R.A.EDIT Buttons  
—
—
੬ pg. 64  
੬ pg. 66  
# — & : RM-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  
15°  
Instead of performing steps 1 through  
4 on pg. 38 (“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 “INT. TIME” 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. 39 (“Animation”), press REC  
TIME on the remote control. Each  
time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec  
Time indicator appears, changing in  
the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S,  
5S and No indication (off).  
Interval Timer Indicator  
Viewfinder  
1MIN  
1 2S  
INDEX  
Index Code  
Marking  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5  
on pg. 39, 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. 39 (“Time-Lapse”), press  
INT. TIME and REC TIME on the  
remote control. Each time INT. TIME  
is pressed, the Interval Timer  
indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN,  
5MIN and No indication (off). Each  
time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec  
Time indicator appears, changing in  
the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S,  
5S and No indication (off).  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5  
on pg. 39, press INT. TIME and REC  
TIME on the remote control until the  
indicators disappear.  
START/STOP  
VISS  
NOTE:  
Also refer to pgs. 38 and 39.  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Index Code Marking (RM-V700U only)  
To give you automatic access to any  
selected point on a recording.  
OPERATION:  
NOTE:  
1) Press VISS once to place the index  
code. “INDEX” blinks during  
marking.  
If VISS is pressed during Record-  
Standby mode, the mark is placed  
where START/STOP is pressed.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
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Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]  
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the  
source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic  
editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily  
performed when the optional RM-V700U MBR (Multi-  
Brand Remote, ੬ pg. 62) is set to operate with your  
brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be  
performed by operating the VCR manually.  
MBR SET  
VCR CTL  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is  
installed in the remote control RM-V700U (੬ pg. 62).  
0
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
VCR CODE LIST  
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR  
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).  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
1
2
GE  
1
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
4
PHILIPS  
3
7
3ꢀ  
2
PANASONIC  
1
1
1
9
1
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
•The code is automatically set once you release the  
MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.  
HITACHI  
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
OPERATE VCR  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
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).  
ꢀ
RCA  
9
9
6
6
9
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
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MAGNAVOX  
9
1
7
7
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
SANYO  
SHARP  
SONY  
3
3
6ꢀ  
5
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.  
MITSUBISHI  
NEC  
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
1
1
5ꢀ  
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IMPORTANT  
3
3
7ꢀ  
8
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.  
6
6
3
3
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
2
NOTES:  
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● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try  
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.  
● Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In  
this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.  
● If the RM-V700U is not able to control the VCR, use  
the controls on the VCR.  
TOSHIBA  
ZENITH  
6
6
9ꢀ  
1
1
6
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65  
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
CONNECT TO . . .  
A
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
1
Open the cover  
B
C
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH  
R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
To J terminal  
(JLIP)  
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
B
A
VCR OTHER THAN TYPE OR  
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s  
Pause-In jack.  
Audio and  
Video cables  
(optional)  
Editing cable  
(optional, ø3.5  
mini-plug cable)  
PREPARE CAMCORDER  
Insert a recorded tape. Set the System Select Switch  
to “VIDEO”, and set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
2
3
PREPARE VCR  
C
A B  
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO IN  
connectors  
To Pause-In  
To Remote  
PAUSE  
VCR  
(Recording deck)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
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USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
SELECT SCENES  
66  
EN  
PLAY/PAUSE  
FF  
ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER  
DISPLAY  
STOP  
Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press ON/OFF and the  
1
2
3
counter display appears in the viewfinder, and the  
screen of the connected TV.  
REW  
REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE  
Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene  
you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.  
The data appears under “IN” on the display.  
REGISTER END OF SCENE  
Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and  
press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under  
“OUT” on the display. The total time of the  
registered scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the  
screen.  
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene  
(as many as 8).  
4
5
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
MAKE CORRECTIONS  
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the  
FF  
PAUSE  
most recently registered point.  
REW  
PLAY  
IN/OUT  
ON/OFF  
CANCEL  
NOTES:  
● There must be at least one second between an in-point  
and its corresponding out-point.  
● To ensure correct operation, there should be at least 15  
seconds between an out-point and the next in-point.  
● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points  
or out-points.  
● If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point,  
the VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing  
doesn’t take place.  
● Pressing ON/OFF 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.  
IN  
0:00:25  
OUT  
--:--:--  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:00:25  
0:00:00  
IN  
OUT  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0:00:25  
0:01:05  
0:03:18  
0:02:33  
0:04:11  
0:03:31  
0:02:53  
--:--:--  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:04:11  
0:01:13  
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67  
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
Edited tape (VCR)  
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder, and the  
previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in  
the specified order.  
While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene  
which is beging copied is shown with a blinking  
highlight.  
STOP  
END AUTOMATIC EDITING  
When all selected scenes have been copied, the  
camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.  
Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit  
counter display disappear, press ON/OFF.  
3
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the  
editing cable and the audio/video cable.  
NOTES:  
C
● If you performed step 1  
on page 65 (“MAKE  
CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at  
the VCR during editing.  
MENU Jog Dial  
● 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.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
ON/OFF  
VCR REC STBY  
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USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
68  
EN  
Insert Editing (VIDEO)  
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.  
COUNTER R/M  
PLAY/PAUSE  
NOTE:  
REW  
FF  
Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to  
perform this procedure.  
SELECT MODE  
STOP  
Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set  
1
2
the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT  
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-out point and  
press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote  
control.  
RESET COUNTER  
Power Switch  
Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than  
1 second to reset the tape counter, then press again  
for less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears.  
3
4
Viewfinder  
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 exactly at the  
point where the new scene should start.  
M–0:12:34  
Tape Counter  
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE  
Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing  
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert  
mode is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is  
aimed at appears on the screen, go to the next step.  
System Select Switch  
5
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches  
“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.  
6
7
END INSERT EDITING  
Press STOP.  
START/STOP  
REW  
NOTES:  
● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 21) can be performed.  
● The tape may stop slightly before or after the  
designated end point, and noise bars may appear.  
Neither indicates a defect in the unit.  
● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing  
mode.  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
REW  
INSERT  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
OR  
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69  
Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From  
The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape)  
COUNTER R/M  
You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder's  
built-in memory 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.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
REW  
FF  
Perform steps 1 through 5 in Insert Editing (VIDEO)  
(੬ pg. 68) before the following procedure.  
STOP  
NOTE:  
Page Button  
Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to  
perform this procedure.  
SELECT STILL IMAGE  
First set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”. Press  
the Page Button to select the still image you wish to  
insert.  
1
2
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Power Switch  
Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches  
“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.  
Viewfinder  
Insert editing  
indicator  
To insert still images in sequential order onto the  
tape . . .  
.... press the Page Button to move the page forward.  
To insert still images at random onto the tape . . .  
.... first record the still image you selected in step 1  
onto the tape, then press START/STOP to  
M–0:12:34  
Tape Counter  
engage the Insert-Pause mode. To select another  
still image, press the Page Button again, then  
press START/STOP. Insert-Editing begins.  
System Select Switch  
END INSERT EDITING  
Press STOP.  
3
NOTES:  
● 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.  
START/STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
REW  
INSERT  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
OR  
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USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
70  
EN  
Viewfinder  
Audio Dubbing  
e
4
Audio dubbing  
indicator  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape  
(normal audio only).  
M–0:05:20  
Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing (VIDEO)  
procedure (੬ pg. 68) before continuing.  
•The sound comes from the built-in microphone (or an  
external microphone if connected).  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the  
1
scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press  
PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE  
at exactly the point where dubbing should start.  
Set to “VIDEO”  
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB-STANDBY  
MODE  
Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing  
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.  
2
3
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING  
Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,  
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.  
To external  
microphone input  
jack (capped)  
Microphone  
END AUDIO DUBBING  
Press STOP.  
4
REW  
NOTES:  
● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or  
the edit points will not be accurate.  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s  
volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.  
REW  
A. DUB  
NOTES (for Insert Editing and  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided)  
Audio Dubbing):  
OR  
● 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, 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.  
● 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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USER MAINTENANCE  
EN  
71  
LENS COVER  
Open/Close Switch  
After Use  
Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off  
the camcorder.  
1
2
3
4
5
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove  
the cassette.  
Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing  
PUSH.  
Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.  
Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close switch to close  
Set to “POWER OFF”.  
BATT. RELEASE  
the lens cover.  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
EJECT  
CLEAN EXTERIOR  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
1
CLEAN LENS  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with  
2
3
lens cleaning paper.  
PUSH  
CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
Remove.  
1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull  
it out.  
2 Remove dust using a blower brush.  
3 Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn  
it clockwise.  
NOTES:  
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or  
alcohol.  
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack  
has been removed or other power units have been  
disconnected.  
Marks  
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.  
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EN  
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4
5 6  
7
8
30MIN  
4
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FINE 12  
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TWILIGHT  
0
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q
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NORM 01  
!
#
$
LENS COVER MWB  
@
PAUSE  
P
5MIN  
1 4S TAPE END  
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%
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
DEC 25.98 AM 11:45:18  
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73  
Viewfinder Indications  
1 Cassette Warning/  
$ •Record–Standby Mode  
Tape Remaining Time ................ ੬ pg. 19  
Indicator ................................. ੬ pg. 18  
When no cassette is inserted: the cassette  
•Lens Cover Warning:  
(
) warning blinks.  
LENS COVER .......................... ੬ pg. 19  
•Data Transfer Display:  
When Erase Protection tab is not in the  
position that allows recording: the cassette  
MODE. ................................ ੬ pg. 61  
PC  
(
) warning lights. Otherwise, the tape  
% Instant Title Display ................... ੬ pg. 30  
^ Date/Time Display ..................... ੬ pg. 22  
& Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator  
Changes as follows according to the battery  
pack’s remaining power level:  
remaining time is displayed and the tape  
remaining time warning blinks when the  
tape is about to reach its end.  
When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY”  
and a tape is loaded: the cassette ( ) mark  
is displayed regardless of the Erase  
Protection tab’s position.  
“
”. When the power is  
almost gone, the indicator “ ” blinks  
(battery power warning), then the unit  
shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a  
fully charged one.  
2 Recording Mode (SP/EP)  
Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 16  
3, 0 Program AE Indicator ............ ੬ pg. 26  
Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when  
the Select Dial is switched from one  
position to another. Then only the indica-  
tor remains at 0.  
squares —  
— does not necessarily  
mean that the battery pack is fully  
charged.  
* Focus Indicator.......................... ੬ pg. 35  
3, ! Fade/Wipe-Standby  
( Exposure Control Level  
Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 28  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds  
when the Fade/Wipe is switched from one  
function to another by pressing the EFFECT  
button. Then only the indicator remains at  
!.  
Counter ..................................... ੬ pg. 36  
) White Balance Mode  
Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 37  
q Snapshot Mode Display....... ੬ pg. 25, 46  
w Clock Battery Warning  
4 Multi-Function Control  
Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the  
power is turned on. This display also  
blinks when the clock (lithium) battery is  
either not installed or has discharged.  
Install or replace the old battery with a  
new one (੬ pg. 12).  
Indication............................ ੬ pg. 28, 29  
Displayed when any of the buttons located  
on the Multi-Function Control is pressed.  
The indication disappears within approx. 2  
seconds.  
5 Picture Mode Display.......... ੬ pg. 25, 46  
Remaining Number Of  
e •Tape End Display:  
TAPE END ............................... ੬ pg. 19  
Shots Indicator ................... ੬ pg. 25, 46  
Appears when the end of the tape is  
reached during playback, recording or  
fast-forward.  
6 Super LoLux Indicator ............... ੬ pg. 29  
7 Tape Length Indicator ................ ੬ pg. 16  
8 Zoom Indicator Bar ................... ੬ pg. 20  
9 Recording Indicator................... ੬ pg. 18  
@ Picture Stabilizer Indicator ........ ੬ pg. 21  
•Condensation Warning:  
When this indication appears, all func-  
tions except tape eject and power on/off  
are disabled. Turn the unit off (without  
removing the power source) for a few  
hours, and when you turn it on again the  
indication should disappear.  
# Interval Timer/Recording Time  
Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 38  
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74  
EN  
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5
6
7
9
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4
8
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3
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A
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FINE  
STD  
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75  
Controls  
Connectors  
1 Power Zoom Button ........................... ੬ pg. 20  
Page Button........................................ ੬ pg. 53  
e DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 11  
The jacks r to o are located beneath the jack  
cover.  
2 Select Dial ......................................... ੬ pg. 26  
3 Multi-Function Control  
r External Microphone Input Jack ......... ੬ pg. 70  
•EFFECT Button ................................. ੬ pg. 28  
•WIDE Button ................................... ੬ pg. 29  
•TITLE Button .................................... ੬ pg. 30  
•SUPER LOLUX Button ..................... ੬ pg. 29  
4 PUSH Button...................................... ੬ pg. 17  
5 Recording Mode [SP/EP] Button ......... ੬ pg. 16  
6 DATE/TIME Button ............................. ੬ pg. 22  
COUNTER R/M Button ....................... ੬ pg. 42  
t J terminal  
[ JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Connector ]  
•Connect the editing cable when performing  
Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 64 – 67).  
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device  
such as a personal computer.  
For further detail consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR  
is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with  
a J terminal.  
7 P. [Picture] STABILIZER Button ........... ੬ pg. 21  
8 REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 40  
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ...... ੬ pg. 21  
9 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 40  
0 FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 40  
RETAKE F Button ................................ ੬ pg. 21  
y Digital Jack ........................................ ੬ pg. 61  
u AUDIO OUT Connector .................... ੬ pg. 44  
i VIDEO OUT Connector ..................... ੬ pg. 44  
o RF DC OUT Connector ...................... ੬ pg. 44  
! STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 40  
@ EJECT Switch ...................................... ੬ pg. 17  
Indicators  
p Tally Lamp ......................................... ੬ pg. 18  
Q Power Indicator .................................. ੬ pg. 18  
# Function Navigator Dial  
[MENU Jog Dial] ................................ ੬ pg. 13  
$ LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch ........... ੬ pg. 23  
% BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... ੬ pg. 10  
^ Dioptre Adjustment ............................ ੬ pg. 14  
Other Parts  
W Video Light......................................... ੬ pg. 23  
E Microphone ....................................... ੬ pg. 70  
& System Select  
R •Camera sensor  
[VIDEO/D.S.C.] Switch .... ੬ pg. 18, 40, 46, 53  
Be careful not to cover this area; built-in  
here is the sensor necessary for shooting.  
•Remote Sensor ................................. ੬ pg. 63  
* MODE Button .............................. ੬ pg. 24, 46  
( SNAPSHOT Button ...................... ੬ pg. 24, 46  
) LENS COVER Switch .......................... ੬ pg. 18  
q Recording Start/Stop Button................ ੬ pg. 18  
w Power Switch ................... ੬ pg. 18, 40, 46, 53  
T Clock Battery Compartment ............... ੬ pg. 12  
Y Battery Pack Mount ............................ ੬ pg. 10  
U LCD window  
A
Picture Mode Display  
B
Remaining Number of Shots Indicator  
I Electronic Viewfinder ......................... ੬ pg. 14  
O Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 15  
P Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 14  
a Tripod Mounting Socket ..................... ੬ pg. 15  
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76  
EN  
A
E
AC Power Adapter ................... pg. 10  
Animation Recording ............... pg. 39, 63  
Audio Dubbing ........................ pg. 70  
Auto Date Record .................... pg. 22  
Auto Focus............................... pg. 34  
Auto Mode Lock Mode ............ pg. 27, 48  
Auto Mode Release Mode ........ pg. 27, 48  
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ....... pg. 27, 48  
Erase Protection ....................... pg. 17  
Exposure Control...................... pg. 36  
F
Fade-In/Out.............................. pg. 28  
Fast-Forward Tape .................... pg. 40  
FINE Mode............................... pg. 47  
Full Image ................................ pg. 24, 46  
B
Battery Pack ............................. pg. 10, 81  
Brighten The Image .................. pg. 36  
G
Grip Adjustment....................... pg. 14  
C
H
Car Battery ............................... pg. 11  
Cassette Adapter ...................... pg. 43  
Charge Marker ......................... pg. 11  
Charging the Battery Pack ........ pg. 10  
Clock (Lithium) Battery............. pg. 12  
Color Bar ................................. pg. 33, 52  
High Speed Shutter Mode ........ pg. 27, 49  
I
Index Code Marking................. pg. 63  
Index Menu Screen .................. pg. 56  
Index Mode.............................. pg. 56  
Index Number.......................... pg. 56  
Insert Cassette .......................... pg. 17  
Insert Editing ............................ pg. 68, 69  
Instant Titles ............................. pg. 30  
COM Port (RS-232C)................ pg. 61  
Connection To A VCR/TV ........ pg. 44  
Connection To A Windows  
PC/Macintosh ........................ pg. 61  
Contents................................... pg. 8, 9  
Counter Memory...................... pg. 42  
J
JLIP ID NO. .............................. pg. 33, 52  
JPEG......................................... pg. 51  
D
Darken The Image.................... pg. 36  
Date/Time Insert ....................... pg. 22  
Date/Time Setting ..................... pg. 13  
Delete Menu Screen................. pg. 58  
Delete Mode ............................ pg. 58  
Delete Select Menu Screen ...... pg. 58  
DEMO Mode ........................... pg. 33, 52  
Digital Zoom............................ pg. 20, 33, 52  
Digital Still Camera .................. pg. 46  
Diopter Adjust.......................... pg. 14  
Discharge The Battery Pack...... pg. 10  
L
Viewfinder Indications ............. pg. 72, 73  
M
Manual Focus .......................... pg. 35  
MBR Code Setting .................... pg. 64  
Modem Port ............................. pg. 61  
Move The Page Back................ pg. 53  
Move The Page Next................ pg. 53  
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N
S
ND Effect Mode ....................... pg. 27, 48  
Self-Timer................................. pg. 38, 49, 63  
Sepia Mode.............................. pg. 27, 48  
Shooting, Advanced Features  
(D.S.C.) .................................. pg. 48 – 52  
Nega/Posi Mode....................... pg. 27, 49  
P
Shooting (D.S.C.)...................... pg. 46, 47  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ....... pg. 15  
Shuttle Search .......................... pg. 42  
Slide Show Mode ..................... pg. 60  
Snapshot Mode ........................ pg. 24, 46  
Snapshot (VIDEO) .................... pg. 24  
Specifications........................... pg. 84  
Sports Mode............................. pg. 27, 49  
STANDARD Mode ................... pg. 47  
Padlock Mark........................... pg. 57  
Picture Mode Setting ................ pg. 47  
Picture Stabilizer ...................... pg. 21, 48  
Pin-Up Image........................... pg. 24, 46  
Playback (D.S.C.) ..................... pg. 53  
Playback (VIDEO) .................... pg. 40  
Printer Port............................... pg. 61  
Program AE With  
Special Effects........................ pg. 26, 27  
Star Mark On The Setting  
Protect Menu Screen ................ pg. 57  
Protect Mode ........................... pg. 57  
Provided Accessories ............... pg. 9  
Menus ................................... pg. 56  
Still Image Data Transfer........... pg. 61  
Still Playback ........................... pg. 42  
Store A Still Image In The  
Built-In Memory .................... pg. 46  
Super LoLux ............................. pg. 29, 49  
Q
Quick Review .......................... pg. 21  
R
T
Random Assemble Editing........ pg. 64 – 67  
Recording, Advanced  
Features (VIDEO) ................... pg. 26 – 39  
Tape Counter ........................... pg. 40  
Tape Dubbing .......................... pg. 45  
Tape Length Setting .................. pg. 16  
Time-Lapse Shooting ................ pg. 39, 63  
Tracking ................................... pg. 41  
Tripod Mounting ...................... pg. 15  
Twilight Mode .......................... pg. 27, 49  
Recording (VIDEO) .................. pg. 18  
Recording, Start/Stop (VIDEO) ... pg. 18, 19  
Recording Mode Setting ........... pg. 16  
Record-Standby........................ pg. 18  
Remote Control Unit ................ pg. 62  
Remove Cassette ...................... pg. 17  
Retake...................................... pg. 21  
Rewind Tape ............................ pg. 40  
V
Video Light............................... pg. 23  
Viewfinder Adjustment ............. pg. 14  
W
White Balance Adjustment ....... pg. 37  
Wide Mode .............................. pg. 29, 49  
Wipe-In/Out............................. pg. 28  
Z
Zooming .................................. pg. 20  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
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EN  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
POWER  
No power is supplied.  
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly  
(੬ pg. 10).  
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 10).  
● The power supply has not been correctly connected  
(੬ pg. 11).  
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.  
OTHER  
Some functions are not available.  
● The 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. This is not a defect of  
the camcorder.  
The viewfinder and the lens have  
become dirty (ex. fingerprints).  
● Wipe them gently with soft cloth.  
An error number (i.e. E03) appears.  
● 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, consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
The image is out of focus.  
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 14).  
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation  
of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 34).  
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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When the System Select Switch is set to “VIDEO”:  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
RECORDING  
Recording cannot be performed.  
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have  
removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the  
hole with adhesive tape (੬ pg. 17).  
● If the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not  
possible to record onto the tape. Change the Switch  
position to “VIDEO” (੬ pg. 18).  
Recording does not start.  
● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to  
“CAMERA” (੬ pg. 18).  
PLAYBACK  
The tape is running, but there’s no  
playback picture.  
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.  
● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has  
not been set to VIDEO.  
● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.  
Playback cannot be performed.  
● If the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not  
possible to play back a tape. Change the Switch position  
to “VIDEO” (੬ pg. 40).  
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. 42).  
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot  
be performed.  
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.  
OTHER  
The picture is blurred in the Quick  
Review or Retake mode.  
● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise  
may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬pg. 16).  
The date and time displays  
disappear.  
● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while  
the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make  
sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting  
the power source.  
The wrong date and time are  
displayed/recorded.  
● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 13),  
the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be  
sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.  
The tape won’t eject.  
● The battery pack is running low.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)  
When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”:  
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EN  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
SHOOTING  
Although the SNAPSHOT Button is  
pressed, a still image is not stored in  
the built-in memory.  
● When the number of remaining shots available reaches  
“0” (blinking), it becomes impossible to take your next  
shot. Perform “DELETE” function to remove some still  
images already stored in memory (੬ pg. 58).  
Self-Timer Shooting is not available.  
● Pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button does not start  
recording in the Self-Timer Shooting procedure. Press the  
SNAPSHOT Button (੬ pg. 49).  
It is not possible to shoot in  
sucession.  
● A still image is in the process of being stored in memory  
for approx. 2 seconds after the SNAPSHOT Button is  
pressed. During that time, it is impossible to take another  
shot. When the still image disappears and the scene you  
are currently aimed at appears on the screen, take another  
shot (੬ pg. 46).  
PLAYBACK  
Although “ALL” is selected in the  
DELETE Menu Screen, all still images  
cannot be deleted.  
● The “Protect” function is in effect for some still images. If  
they are not necessary, cancel the “Protect” function, then  
try deleting all still images again (੬ pg. 57).  
OTHER  
Date/Time Insert is not performed  
while shooting a still image.  
● It is not possible to display the date/time on a still image.  
● It is not possible to display the Instant Titles on a still image.  
● It is not possible to set “REC TIME” in the Menu Screen.  
Instant Titles are not displayed while  
shooting a still image.  
Some settings cannot be changed in  
the Menu Screen.  
Since the camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device, external noise and interference (from a TV, a  
radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. For example, when a still image you shot is stored  
in the camcorder's built-in memory, the above may cause the following: Although the remaining number  
of shots indicator shows that shooting is possible, a still image cannot be stored in memory after shooting.  
In such a case, initialize the memory by following steps 1 through 3 below. Please note that initialization  
deletes all the still images (including ones for which you performed the “Protect” function) stored in the  
camcorder’s memory. If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory, before  
initialization first transfer them to a PC and save them. If image data is corrupt, transfer is impossible.  
1. Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set the Power Switch to  
FORMAT  
“PLAY”.  
CANCEL  
ENTER  
2. Press the MODE Button for more than 5 seconds. The FORMAT Menu  
Screen appears.  
3. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “CANCEL” or  
“ENTER”, then press it.  
•“CANCEL” does not initialize the memory.  
•“ENTER” initializes the memory. During initialization, “ENTER” blinks.  
When initialization is complete, the screen becomes blue back.  
Format Menu Screen  
CAUTION:  
While “ENTER” is selected and it is blinking, switching off the camcorder or removing the power supply  
unit (battery pack or AC Power Adapter/Charger) may cause the camcorder’s built-in memory to become  
corrupt. Never remove the power supply unit at this stage.  
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EN  
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DANGER:  
Battery Packs  
The supplied battery pack is a  
nickel-cadmium battery. Before using  
the supplied battery pack or an  
optional battery pack, be sure to read  
the following cautions:  
Video Light  
•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not  
touch it either while in operation or soon after  
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.  
•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case  
immediately after using the video light, since it  
remains extremely hot for some time.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
.... do not burn.  
Terminals  
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
.... do not modify or disassemble.  
.... use only specified chargers.  
•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm  
(1 ft.) between the video light and people or  
object.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .  
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
.... avoid repeated charging without fully  
discharging.  
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
•It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
.... charge in an environment where tempera-  
tures are within the tolerances shown in the  
chart below. This is a chemical reaction type  
battery—cooler temperatures impede  
chemical reaction, while warmer tempera-  
tures 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.  
When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in  
areas other than the USA  
Ⅲ The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from  
110 V to 240 V.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an  
AC wall outlet other than American National  
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter,  
called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
Plug adapter  
NOTES:  
●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
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)  
General Battery Precautions  
•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is  
not functioning even when correctly operated, the  
battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.  
•Use only the following battery:  
●Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
C-P6U or C-P7U..................... AA (R6) size  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.  
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when  
replacing the battery.  
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it  
can leak or explode.  
3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.  
4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored  
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage  
which can cause malfunctions.  
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Cassettes  
Main Unit  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
1. During use . . .  
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.  
.... 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.  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or  
dust.  
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
.... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
.... near a television set.  
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
.... in places subject to extremely high (over  
40°C or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C  
or 32°F) temperatures.  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
.... out of direct sunlight.  
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong  
magnetic fields (such as those generated by  
motors, transformers or magnets).  
.... vertically, in their original cases.  
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.  
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .  
.... allow it to become wet.  
.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration  
during transportation.  
.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the  
sun.  
.... carry it by holding the viewfinder. Be sure to  
hold the main unit with both hands or use  
the grip.  
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap.  
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How To Handle A CD-ROM  
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface  
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write  
anything or put a sticker on either the front or  
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently  
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center  
hole using a circular motion.  
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning  
spray.  
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror  
surface.  
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or  
humid environment. Keep it away from direct  
sunlight.  
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.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
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EN  
GENERAL  
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C  
(32°F to 104°F)  
Video  
Audio  
JLIP  
: Output 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (via VIDEO  
OUT connector)  
: Output –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm  
(via AUDIO OUT  
connector)  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature : –20°C to +50°C  
(–4°F to 122°F)  
Weight  
Dimensions  
(Including viewfinder) 222 (D) mm  
: 35% to 80%  
: Approx. 810 g (1.8 lbs)  
: 113 (W) x 117 (H) x  
: 3.5 mm diameter, 4-pole,  
mini-head jack  
(4-1/2” x 4-5/8” x 8-3/4”)  
Digital  
: Mini DIN 8-pin  
Speaker  
: 20 mm round x 1,  
monaural  
: DC 6V  
External microphone  
input  
: –68 dBs, high impedance  
unbalanced with ø3.5 mm  
(MONO)  
Power source  
Power consumption  
light on  
light off  
Signal system  
: 8.6 W  
: 5.7 W  
: NTSC-type  
AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER  
(AA-V15U)  
Power requirement  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,  
SYSTEM  
50/60 Hz  
Camcorder format  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: VHS NTSC standard  
Power consumption : 23 W  
Output  
Charge  
VTR  
Charging system  
: FM recording  
: Converted sub-carrier  
direct recording  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
Color  
: Constant current, peak  
detection, timer controlled  
: 140 (W) x 42 (H) x  
68 (D) mm  
(5-9/16” x 1-11/16” x  
2-11/16”)  
: Approx. 300 g (0.71 lbs)  
Conforms to VHS standard  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
:
cassette  
Dimensions  
SP  
EP  
: 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)  
: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)  
Recording time (max.)  
Weight  
SP  
EP  
: 40 minutes  
: 120 minutes  
(with TC-40 cassette)  
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)  
Dimensions  
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x  
104 (D) mm  
(7-7/16” x 1” x 4-1/8”)  
: Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs)  
: “AA (R6)” – size battery x 1  
D.S.C. format  
Recording format : Digital data storage  
(based on JPEG)  
Recording medium : Built-in flash memory,  
1 Mbyte  
Number of  
storable shots  
Weight  
Accessory  
Provided Accessories ...................... ੬ pg. 9  
: FINE mode:  
Optional Accessories  
approx. 22 shots  
(approx. 32000 byte data  
compression)  
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U  
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U  
•Battery Charger BH-VC10U  
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U  
•RF Unit RF-V5U  
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20  
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
•Remote Control Unit RM-V700U  
STANDARD mode:  
approx. 44 shots  
(approx. 16000 byte data  
compression)  
Image size  
: 320 x 240 pixels  
CAMERA  
Pick up  
Lens  
: 1/4” format CCD  
Some accessories are not available in some areas.  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on  
accessories and their availability.  
:
F1.6, f = 3.8 to 83.6 mm,  
22:1 power zoom lens with  
auto iris and macro control,  
filter diameter 46 mm  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless  
otherwise indicated.  
E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to  
change without notice.  
Viewfinder  
: Electronic viewfinder with  
0.5” black/white CRT  
White balance  
adjustment  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
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VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED  
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