JVC CAMESCOPE COMPACT VHS GR AXM900 User Manual

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER

GR-AXM900

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For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial

No. which is located on the bottom of

cabinet. Retain this information for

INSTRUCTIONS

future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

LYT0055-001A

5. Ventilation

IMPORTANT PRODUCT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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 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.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling

only as recommended by the manufacturer.

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.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

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 conductors, location of antenna discharge

unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and

requirements for the grounding electrode.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized

alternating-current line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into

the power outlet only one way. This is a safety

feature.

If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the

outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still

fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your

obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of

the polarized plug.

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.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire

grounding-type plug, a plug having a third

(grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a

grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety

feature.

3. Power Lines

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,

contact your electrician to replace your obsolete

outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

grounding-type plug.

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. 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA

LEAD IN WIRE

3. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or

integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a

risk of fire or electric shock.

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION

4. Power Cord Protection

810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

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 receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the product.

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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.

MAJOR FEATURES

REMEMBER

Program Manager II

(੬ pg. 28 – 41)

Program AE with Special Effects,

Fade/Wipe, Wide, Super LoLux,

Instant Title, Menu Adjustment

The Logical Choice

(Focus, Exposure Control and so on.)

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

Digital Still Camera Built-in

(PC communication capable)

(੬ pg. 48 – 63)

used with your VHS VCR*

Program AE with Special

Effects (੬ pg. 28, 29)

Integrated Auto Light

(੬ pg. 25)

Ⅲ Auto Mode Lock

Ⅲ Auto Mode Release

Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter

Ⅲ ND Effect

Picture Stabilizer (੬ pg. 23)

Ⅲ Sepia

Ⅲ Twilight

Ⅲ Sports

Ⅲ Nega/Posi

Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

Digital Hyper Zoom

(੬ pg. 22)

LCD Color Monitor (੬ pg. 20)

Zoom-in

90°

180°

Zoom-out

Cassettes marked

camcorder.

can be used with this

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE (VIDEO)

INSERTING A VIDEO

CASSETTE

SUPPLY POWER

Hook on.

PUSH

EJECT

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

Using the battery pack

1 Open

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 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over

45 degrees.

2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder.

3 Insert a video cassette.

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery

pack.

4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.

(For more details, ੬ pg. 17)

PLAYBACK

SHOOTING

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

LENS COVER

1 _{Set to “VIDEO”}

Open/Close

Set to

Switch

“VIDEO”

REW

Recording

Start/Stop

Button

Set to

Set to “PLAY”

“CAMERA”

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. 42.)

•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily

press the Recording Start/Stop Button once

again.

• The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is opened

at an angle of over 45 degrees.

(For more details, ੬ pgs. 18 – 21)

• The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is

opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR

using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).

੬ pg. 45

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE (D.S.C.)

SUPPLY POWER

SHOOTING

Hook on.

SNAPSHOT Button

LENS COVER

Open/Close

Switch

2 Push in.

Power Switch

Set to “CAMERA”

BATT. RELEASE

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.

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery

pack.

System Select Switch

Set to “D.S.C.”

1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch

to open the lens cover.

PLAYBACK

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.

3 Page Button

4 Press the SNAPSHOT Button.

— A still image is shot and is stored in the

camcorder’s memory.

(For more details, ੬ pg. 48)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is

opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

Power Switch

Set to “PLAY”

System Select Switch

Set to “D.S.C.”

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. 55.)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is

opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED

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

Basic Recording .......................................................................... 18

Basic Features............................................................................ 22

Advanced Features ...................................................................... 28

VIDEO PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................................................................... 42

Features................................................................................... 44

Using The Cassette Adapter ............................................................ 45

BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR

TAPE DUBBING

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING

Basic Shooting............................................................................ 48

Advanced Features ...................................................................... 50

D.S.C. PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................................................................... 55

Advanced Features ...................................................................... 56

Connection ................................................................................ 63

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Random Assemble Editing .............................................................. 66

Insert Editing ............................................................................. 70

Audio Dubbing............................................................................ 72

USER MAINTENANCE

INDEX

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications.................................................. 75

Controls ................................................................................... 76

Connectors ................................................................................ 76

Indicators ................................................................................. 76

Other Parts ............................................................................... 76

Terms ...................................................................................... 78

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

ESPAÑOL

FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)

WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/

Charger AA-V15U

•Cassette Adapter

(VHS Playpak) C-P7U

•Battery Pack

BN-V11U

•Remote Control

Unit RM-V705U

•Lithium Battery

CR2025 x 2

(for clock operation

and remote control unit)

•Shoulder Strap

(for Macintosh^®)

•CD-ROM including two

software programs

(for Windows^®)

•PC Connection Cable x 2

•DC Cord

GETTING STARTED

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

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.

BATT. PACK

CHARGE

DISCHARGE

BN-V11U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.

BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.

BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.

BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Hook on.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

Push in.

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

BATT. RELEASE

LCD

BATT.

PACK

monitor on/

monitor off/

monitor on/

Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on

BN-V11U

BN-V12U

BN-V22U

BN-V25U

50 (35)

40 (30)

90 (65)

125 (90)

ATTENTION:

50 (35)

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.

105 (70)

140 (100)

110 (75)

150 (105)

(

) : when the video light is on.

CHARGE MARKER

Charge marker

A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to

help you remember whether it has been charged or

not. Two colors are provided (red and black)—you

choose which one means charged and which

means discharged.

NOTES:

● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and

the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.

● Charging times noted on page 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 disharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/

Charger to store it.

● High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t

allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.

● If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before

unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.

● Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.

● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

● Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.

● The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored

for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.

indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

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)

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

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

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

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.

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.

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.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME

Setting Menu appears.

Select Dial

•If you decide you want to return the date and time

to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial

to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then

go to step 6.

Jog Dial

•If you want to set only the time without changing

the date, go to step 4.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

SET DATE

MENU END

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.

FOCUS

AUTO

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

TELE MACRO OFF

TAPE LENGTH T30

AUTO

JAN 1.98

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

4NEXT

•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with

the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).

Menu Screen

When the System

Select Switch is set to

“D.S.C.”, “PICTURE”

is displayed.

SET TIME

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting

begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the

correct setting appears and then press it. When the

hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting

begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the

correct setting appears and then press it. The minute

setting stops blinking.

DATE TIME

YEAR

MONTH

DAY

1998

JAN

TIME

PM 12:00

EXIT

START CLOCK OPERATION

DATE/TIME Setting 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.

12-hour indication

with AM or PM

MENU END

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

FOCUS

AUTO

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

AUTO

DEC 25.98

TELE MACRO OFF

TAPE LENGTH T30

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

NOTE:

4NEXT

To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time

Insert” (੬ pg. 24).

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Grip Adjustment

Power Zoom Button

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

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

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

(see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

Set the Power Switch to CAMERA.

ADJUST DIOPTER

Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

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.

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.

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.

VIDEO GETTING STARTED

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

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.

Select Dial

NOTE:

MENU Jog Dial

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the

playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

System Select Switch

Viewfinder

T40

Tape Length Setting

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape

used.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

First set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then

set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the Select

Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press

the MENU Jog Dial.

Recording mode

indicator

Tape length

indicator

LCD monitor or viewfinder

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE

LENGTH Setting Menu appears.

MENU END

FOCUS

AUTO

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

AUTO

DEC 25.98

TELE MACRO OFF

TAPE LENGTH T40

SET TAPE LENGTH

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).

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

4NEXT

Menu Screen

•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

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.

EXIT

TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu

NOTES:

● 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.

MENU END

FOCUS

AUTO

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

TELE MACRO OFF

TAPE LENGTH T20

AUTO

DEC 25.98

● When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is

not possible to set “REC TIME” and “TAPE LENGTH”.

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

4NEXT

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45

degrees.

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force

to open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure the label is facing outward.

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and

locked.

Turn to take

up slack.

CLOSE LCD MONITOR

First make sure the holder is closed. Then close the

LCD monitor.

Erase Protection

Gear

NOTES:

● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is

still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.

● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power

supply is attached.

● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the

cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the

cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the

slack.

● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position

that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some

cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been

removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

● The cassette holder can’t be opened while the

camcorder is in the record mode.

VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording

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

First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45

degrees.

Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to

ensure the holder is closed and locked.

Power

Switch

Start/Stop Button

Shooting while watching the viewfinder

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

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

Tally lamp

(lights while recording

is in progress)

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

•“^REC” appears in the viewfinder while recording is

in progress.

Tape remaining time indicator

STOP RECORDING

25MIN

MIN

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop

recording.

(Now calculating)

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby

mode.

120MIN

119MIN

NOTES:

● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD

monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, the

LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches

off automatically to save power.

● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply

is attached.

● There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the

holder opens. Do not use force.

● The tape remaining time is only displayed in the

viewfinder as shown.

3MIN

2MIN

(Blinking)

1MIN

(Blinking)

● The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder 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.

0MIN

(Blinking)

Start/Stop Button

● 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. 23) to find

the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of

it.

● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds

when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is

closed.

● While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.

VIDEO RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.)

Shooting while watching the LCD monitor

90°

180°

Before the following steps, perform step 1 (੬ pg. 18).

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. 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 in the LCD

monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed

upon it.

LENS COVER Switch

START SHOOTING

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best

viewability (੬ pg. 21) and press the Recording

Start/Stop button.

Power

indicator

•“^REC” appears in the LCD monitor while recording

is in progress.

Power

Switch

STOP RECORDING

Start/Stop Button

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop

recording.

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby

mode.

NOTES:

●

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct

sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this

happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder

(੬ pg. 18).

The tape remaining time is not displayed on the LCD

monitor. However, when the tape is about to reach its

end, the following indicators appear:

“ 2MIN” ¥“1MIN” ¥“ 0MIN”.

For other notes, refer to pg. 19.

Tally lamp

(lights while recording

is in progress)

System Select

Switch

Journalistic shooting

In some situations different angles of shooting may be

required for more dramatic results.

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.

TILT LCD MONITOR

Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient

direction.

•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle

(270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).

Interface shooting

A person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD

monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing

your own image in the LCD monitor.

TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD

Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180

degrees so that it faces forward.

•When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an

angle of over approx. 105 degrees, the monitor

image is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder

also switches on.

START RECORDING

Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when

self-recording) and start recording.

Self-recording

•During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and

indications do not appear inverted as they would

when viewing a mirror.

NOTE:

During Interface Shooting, indications other than the

Date/Time display and Title display do not appear in the

viewfinder.

Brightness control

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by

turning the BRIGHT Dial.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

If you want to brighten the image . . .

Turn the Dial toward “+”.

If you want to darken the image . . .

Turn the Dial toward “–”.

BRIGHT Dial

VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features

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

Zoom indicator bar

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 Level indicator

Power Zoom button

The combinations of zoom speeds are

shown in the chart below.

Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the

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. 37), 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

LCD monitor or viewfinder

MENU Jog Dial

NOTES:

MENU END

FOCUS

AUTO

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

AUTO

JAN 1.98

TELE MACRO OFF

TAPE LENGTH T30

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

4NEXT

Menu Screen

● During Digital Zoom, the quality of

image may suffer. To deactivate Digital

Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” to “OFF” in

the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 35).

ZOOM SPEED

FAST

SLOW

Zooming Speed ( 1– 4 in order of speed)

“ZOOM SPEED”

in the Menu

Screen

Pressing the

EXIT

Power Zoom Button

ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu

fully

lightly

FAST

1 (fastest)

SLOW

4 (slowest)

: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.

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.

VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)

DATE/TIME

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

Date/Time Insert

To display the date and time on the

LCD monitor, 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.

Date display

NOTES:

DISPLAY

● The selected display can be

recorded.

Time display

● If you don’t want to record the

display, select the Date-off mode

before shooting.

Date/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.

Auto Date Record mode

Date-off mode (No display)

Date display

Auto Date Record mode

● Even if you shoot with the date/

time displayed during Digital Still

Camera Shooting, they will not be

recorded.

AUTO DATE RECORD

DEC 25.98

AUTO DATE

● Your camcorder automatically

records the date for about 5

seconds after recording is initiated

in the following situations:

• After changing the 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.

DEC 25.98

PM10:50:00

Auto date record

executed

Date/Time display

● 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

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:

: 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

(Can be accessed when the

LCD monitor is opened)

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. 39) 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. 29) 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. 29) is engaged, the light

will not activate.

VIDEO RECORDING Basic Features

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

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.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

TAKE SNAPSHOT

(Pin-Up)

Press the SNAPSHOT Button.

•A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the

camcorder’s built-in memory.

No display

(Full)

•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. 49).

SNAPSHOT

LCD monitor or

viewfinder (ex. Pin-Up)

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.

NOTES:

LCD monitor or 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. 59), then perform the “Delete”

function (੬ pg. 60).

● 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. 60).

22 21

(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. 48).

● 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. 63). 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. 31)

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.

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features

1 second later, the mode is activated.

Program AE With Special Effects

After 1 sec.

All you have to do to access any of the variety of

shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.

SEPIA

SELECT MODE

Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function

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.

LCD monitor or

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. 30) 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

Select Dial

Dial

LCD monitor/

Dial

LCD monitor/

Mode

symbol Viewfinder indication

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. 39).

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. 37).

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto

Mode Lock.

SPORTS

Sports

Electronic

Fog Filter

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 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. 31)

for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood

movie.

1/2000 sec.

1/2000

2^{S 1/2000}

High Speed Shutter

High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

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

at left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected

and reserved.

Function indication

4EFFECT

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are

displayed for approx. 2 seconds. Then the name

disappears, and only the indication remains.

MOSAIC

After 2 sec.

START OR END RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in/

out or wipe-in/out.

TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-

STANDBY MODE

Press EFFECT repeatedly until “OFF” appears

FADER

MOSAIC

SHUTTER

SLIDE

•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the

fade/wipe-standby mode is canceled.

OFF

(No indication)

Fader

Fades in/out to a black screen.

Mosaic (Fader)

Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic

pattern.

OFF

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.

NOTES:

EFFECT

● 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. 29).

● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 29) engaged,

when Fader (not Mosaic) is used, the image fades in/out

to a white screen.

Recording Start/Stop

Button

● Even if you start shooting with the Fade/Wipe indication

displayed during Digital Still Camera Shooting, the Fade/

Wipe does not function.

LCD monitor or 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.

•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.

WIDE

SUPER LOLUX

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.

•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2

seconds, then disappears.

MAX : To record a subject in a dark lit environ-

ment. When it is more convenient to shoot

the subject with a brighter image even if

the picture becomes slightly coarse.

NORM : To record a subject in a dimly lit environ-

ment. When it is more convenient to shoot

with a less coarse picture although the

subject becomes slightly dark. This setting

is suitable for measuring sensitivity

LCD monitor or 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.

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Instant Titles

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can

superimpose one of them above a previously stored title

as shown in the illustration to the left.

Title display

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. 33, 35).

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

OUR VACATION

No display

SELECT PRESET TITLE

Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset

titles until the desired title is displayed.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

A SPECIAL DAY

NOTE:

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

OUR NEW BABY

WEDDING DAY

Even if you shoot with the Title displayed during Digital

Still Camera Shooting, this is not recorded.

CONGRATULATIONS

TITLE

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.

Select Dial

MENU Jog Dial

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

on the desired function.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

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

TAPE LENGTH T30

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu

Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,

then go to step 5.

4NEXT

Menu Screen 1

MAKE SETTING

BACK

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the

selected function appears. The setting procedure

depends on the function you select.

REC TIME

INT. TIME

OFF

TALLY LAMP ON

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

ENGLISH

OFF

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, or

“DATE/ TIME” . . .

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 36, 37,

EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 38, DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 13).

COLOR BAR

JLIP ID NO.

DEMO MODE OFF

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”.

TITLE LANG.

ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH

If you select any other functions . . .

.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight

bar to the desired setting.

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

BACK

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.

REC TIME

OFF

INT. TIME

CLOSE MENU

TALLY LAMP ON

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

FRENCH

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

reappears.

OFF

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

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Menu Screen Explanations

FOCUS

AUTO

MANU

AUTO

MANU

Adjusts focus automatically.

Allows you to adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 36, 37).

Adjusts exposure automatically.

EXPOSURE

Allows you to adjust exposure manually (੬ pg. 38).

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

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. 39).

: HALOGEN

MWB

ZOOM SPEED

Allows you to set the zooming speed (੬ pg. 22).

FAST

SLOW

REC TIME

INT. TIME

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse

recording (੬ pg. 41).

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (੬ pg. 40) and Time-

Lapse recording (੬ pg. 41).

TALLY LAMP

OFF

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)

of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 32)

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

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

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

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

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 in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical

patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast

background.

* The low-contrast warning “

” 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. 22). 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. 34) is activated, the

camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

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

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu

Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on

“FOCUS”.

Jog Dial

Select Dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

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

M. W. B.

AUTO

3 _{to “MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “}

” appear. The

ZOOM SPEED FAST

focus is locked at this point.

4NEXT

Menu Screen

No indication

during recording

ADJUST FOCUS

To farther subject . . .

4 _{Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “}

blinks.

FOCUS

” appears and

AUTO

MANU

Go to step 5.

To nearer subject . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears

and blinks.

Go to step 5.

No indication

during

recording

EXIT

Focus Menu Screen

END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU

END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

disppears and “

is locked.

” reappears to indicate the focus

Manual Focus Screen

NOTES:

● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.

● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from

step 1.

● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto

position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you

focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,

sharply focused images cannot be obtained when

zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at

longer focal lengths.

● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or

closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

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.

Select Dial

ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU

SCREEN

Jog Dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “EXPOSURE” and press it.

MENU END

FOCUS

AUTO

ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE

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

M. W. B.

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

ADJUST EXPOSURE

Menu Screen

No indication

during recording

To brighten the image . . .

4 _{Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure}

control level counter increases (maximum +06).

Go to step 5.

EXPOSURE

AUTO

MANU

To darken the image . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure

control level counter decreases (maximum –06).

Go to step 5.

EXIT

No indication

during

END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE

Exposure Menu Screen

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

recording

reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU

END”.

CLOSE MENU

Exposure

control level

counter

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

disappears and the exposure control level counter

reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.

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.

–

To darken the image

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Manual White Balance Adjustment

(M.W.B.)

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

4NEXT

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

Menu Screen

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu

M. W. B.

Screen appears.

AUTO

: FINE

ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU

: CLOUD

: HALOGEN

SCREEN

MWB

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “M.W.B.”, then press it.

EXIT

SELECT WHITE BALANCE

M.W.B. Menu Screen

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to the required white balance.

“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.)

Select Dial

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

reappears. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to

exit the Menu Screen.

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

sheet of white paper.

● 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.

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

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

VIDEO RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Self-Timer

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.

Select Dial

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

Recording

Start/Stop

Button

Jog Dial

ACCESS INT. TIME MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

SET INTERVAL TIME

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”.

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

4NEXT

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

Menu Screen

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.

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.

BACK

REC TIME

INT. TIME

OFF

TALLY LAMP ON

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

ENGLISH

OFF

COLOR BAR

JLIP ID NO.

DEMO MODE OFF

MENU END

To Cancel Self-Timer . . .

INT. TIME

REC TIME

If you set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” . . .

.... Before the recording begins, press the Recording

OFF

15 S

1 4 S

1 2 S

1 S

Start/Stop Button to display “

”, then set

PAUSE

30 S

1 MIN

5 MIN

“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”.

5 S

EXIT

INT. TIME Menu

REC TIME Menu

INT. TIME

Indicator

15S

REC TIME

Indicator

INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the

normal screen

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:

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

Turn the Select Dial to any position except

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.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF

PICTURES

Repeat step 3 for the desired number of

pictures.

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.

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

VIDEO PLAYBACK Basic Playback

LOAD A CASSETTE

First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45

degrees. Press EJECT to open the cassette holder,

then insert the cassette with the label facing out.

Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and

locked.

SELECT MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Set the

System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the

Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power indicator lights.

System Select Switch

REW

Power Switch

PLAY/PAUSE

PLAY BACK

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP.

STOP

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape

during Stop mode.

NOTES:

● 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”.

● When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and the LCD

monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more,

the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder

switches off automatically to save power.

LCD Monitor in Retracted Position

● The playback picture can also be viewed in the

viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut) or on a

connected TV (੬ pg. 46). Camcorder operation is the

same as described in this section.

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and retracted.

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

•The battery pack remaining power indicator is

displayed for approx. 5 seconds on the LCD monitor

when the LCD monitor is turned on, and then it

disappears. However, the battery pack remaining

power indicator “

almost gone.

Battery pack remaining power indicator

Tape counter

Recording mode indicator

” blinks when the power is

Tape running

indicator

M–1:23:45

•During Stop, Fast-Forward or Rewind mode, none of

the indications are displayed in the viewfinder.

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/

Forward Search

: Rewind/Reverse

LCD monitor/

viewfinder

indications

6 : Still Playback

VIDEO PLAYBACK Features

Speaker

Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor

To brighten the image, turn the BRIGHT Dial toward “+”.

To darken the image, turn the Dial toward “–”.

Speaker volume control

You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the

VOLUME Dial.

BRIGHT

VOLUME

ADJUST VOLUME

If you want to turn up the volume . . .

Turn the Dial toward “+”.

If you want to turn down the volume . . .

Turn the Dial toward “–”.

NOTE:

When the LCD monitor is turned off, sound is not heard

from the speaker.

Tracking

MENU Jog Dial

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.

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.

VIDEO PLAYBACK Features (cont.)

FEATURE:

Still Playback

PURPOSE:

OPERATION:

To pause during playback.

1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during

playback.

COUNTER R/M

2) To resume normal playback, press

PLAY/PAUSE again.

Noise bars appear and pictures may

become monochrome during Still

Playback. This is normal.

PLAY/PAUSE

REW

NOTE:

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.

VIDEO PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter

Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)

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.

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.

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

BASIC CONNECTIONS TO VCR

There are three basic types of connections. When making

the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV

instruction manuals.

Connection To A VCR

(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)

NOTE:

When

Use the optional Audio and Video cables.

To AUDIO and VIDEO

OUT connectors

connecting the

cables, open

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR

the jack cover.

Audio and Video

cables (optional)

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and

VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and

those on the VCR.

To AUDIO and

VIDEO IN

connectors

SUPPLY POWER

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

SELECT MODE

VCR

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV

to its VIDEO mode.

Antenna

Connection To A TV With A/V Input

Connectors (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional Audio and Video cables.

To AUDIO,

VIDEO and RF DC

OUT connectors

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and

VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and

those on the TV.

RF unit RF-V5U (optional)

SELECT MODE

Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in

its instructions).

NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power

Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead

of the battery pack.

● To monitor the picture and sound from the

camcorder without inserting a tape, set the

camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA”,

then set your TV to the appropriate input

mode.

● If you have a TV or speakers that are not

specially shielded, do not place the speakers

adjacent to the TV as interference will occur

in the camcorder playback picture.

Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input

Connectors (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit.

*Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection

procedure.

TAPE DUBBING

Tape Dubbing

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

Following the illustration at left, connect the

camcorder and the VCR.

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.

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.

START EDITING

Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s

Record mode.

When connecting

the cables, open the

jack cover.

Power Switch

To AUDIO and

VIDEO OUT

connectors

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

PAUSE on the camcorder.

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

Audio and Video

cables (optional)

To AUDIO and

VIDEO IN

connectors

VCR (Recording deck)

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING

MODE

Basic Shooting

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. 63). A still image

processed on the PC can be also inserted onto a tape

(੬ pg. 71).

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”.

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

•The power indicator lights and an image appears.

SELECT PICTURE MODE

Set “PICTURE” to “FINE” or “STANDARD” in the

Menu Screen (੬ pg. 49) as required.

Set to “D.S.C.”

To select in the Full Auto mode . . .

.... turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK. Go to step 4.

No display

To shoot using various functions . . .

.... turn the Select Dial to any position except

AUTO LOCK. Go to step 3.

(Full)

(Pin-Up)

Pin-Up

•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.

A still image on a white

background. A shadow

effect is added to give it

a three dimensional feel.

SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE

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.

Full

A still image that

occupies the entire

image field is stored.

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

Remaining number

of shots

FINE 12

•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. 59), then perform the “Delete”

function (੬ pg. 60)

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.

Select Dial

Set to “D.S.C.”

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.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

3) SET PICTURE MODE

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

MENU END

FOCUS

AUTO

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

AUTO

DEC 25.98

TELE MACRO OFF

PICTURE

M. W. B.

FINE

AUTO

ZOOM SPEED FAST

4NEXT

Menu Screen

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

FINE

STANDARD

EXIT

Picture Mode Setting Menu

NOTES:

● To store the still images you shot, we recommend that you transfer them to a computer and save them

on disk (੬ pg. 63).

● When the Power Switch is set to “CAMERA” and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees

or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If

this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.

● 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. 60).

● 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. 26).

● When you shoot in a dark environment, the still image will become coarse and its true colors will be

lost.

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.

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. 52).

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. 23).

Video Light

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim (੬ pg. 25).

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. 28, 29).

Auto Mode

Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock (੬ pg. 28, 29).

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. 28, 29).

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. 28, 29).

Sepia

Allows you to shoot a still image in sepia-tinted (reddish-brown) monochrome,

giving the effect of an older picture (੬ pg. 28, 29).

Mode

Function

Twilight

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic. The

following happens when Twilight mode is selected (੬ pg. 28, 29):

•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. 37).

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action (੬ pg. 28, 29).

Nega/Posi

(Negative/

Positive)

The colors of a picture are reversed (੬ pg. 28, 29).

1/2000 sec. High

Speed Shutter

Captures faster action than Sports mode (੬ pg. 28, 29).

Wide

Black bars are recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-

like “wide-screen” effect (੬ pg. 31).

Super LoLux

Self-Timer

Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting

(੬ pg. 31).

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. 40, 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. 40).

D.S.C. SHOOTING Advanced Features (cont.)

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.

Select Dial

MENU Jog Dial

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

on the desired function.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

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

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

TALLY LAMP ON

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

ENGLISH

OFF

COLOR BAR

JLIP ID NO.

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE” or “DATE/

TIME” . . .

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 36, 37,

EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 38, DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 13).

DEMO MODE OFF

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

BACK

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

OFF

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

reappears.

COLOR BAR

JLIP ID NO.

DEMO MODE OFF

MENU END

NOTE:

The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”

are not available while in the Record mode.

Normal Screen

Menu Screen Explanations

FOCUS

AUTO

MANU

AUTO

MANU

Adjusts focus automatically.

Allows you to adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 36, 37).

Adjusts exposure automatically.

EXPOSURE

Allows you to adjust exposure manually (੬ pg. 38).

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

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. 39).

: HALOGEN

MWB

ZOOM SPEED

FAST

Allows you to set the zooming speed (੬ pg. 22).

SLOW

= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

D.S.C. SHOOTING Advanced Features (cont.)

Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)

REC TIME

Setting is impossible.

INT. TIME

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (੬ pg. 40).

TALLY LAMP

OFF

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.

Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)

TITLE LANG.

D. ZOOM

of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 32) .

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

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

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

D.S.C. PLAYBACK Basic Playback

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

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

To move the page next

PLAY BACK

Press “W” or “T” located on the Page Button to

select the still image you want to view.

•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.

LCD monitor or viewfiner

NOTES:

● When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and the LCD

monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more,

the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder

switches off automatically to save power.

● The playback picture can also be viewed in the

viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut) or on a

connected TV (੬ pg. 46). Camcorder operation is the

same as described in this section.

● When viewing a playback picture on a connected TV,

it may jitter slightly.

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and retracted.

● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:

The battery pack remaining power indiator is displayed

for approx. 5 seconds on the LCD monitor when the

LCD monitor is turned on, and then it disappears.

However, the battery pack remaining power indicator

To move the page back

“

” blinks when the power is almost gone.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features

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

appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Select Dial

MENU Jog Dial

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

on the desired function.

LCD monitor or 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.

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.

4MENU END

Menu Screen

If you select “INDEX” . . .

.... ੬ pg. 58.

•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>

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

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.

INDEX

CLOSE MENU

SLIDE SHOW 1

SLIDE SHOW 2

PROTECT

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

reappears.

DELETE

MENU END

NOTE:

If you rotate the MENU Jog Dial while watching in the

LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted, rotate it

in the direction which is opposite to the one descried in

this manual.

Normal Screen

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. 58).

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. 62).

The still image wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the screen to the top

SLIDE SHOW 2

PROTECT

(੬ pg. 62).

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. 59).

Allows you to delete some still images already stored in memory (੬ pg. 60).

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.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features (cont.)

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.

Set the System Select Switch

to “D.S.C.”

Jog Dial

ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “INDEX”, then press it.

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.

MENU END

Menu Screen

EXIT

<INDEX>

•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.

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

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.

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

to “PROTECT”, then press it.

•If you do not want to perform “Protect” for any still

image, go to step 4.

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.

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.

MENU END

Menu Screen

EXIT <PROTECT>

•To complete “Protect”, go to step 4.

CLOSE MENU

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward to place the

highlight bar on “EXIT”, then press it twice.

Protect Menu Screen

To remove “Protect”. . .

EXIT <PROTECT>

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.

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.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features (cont.)

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.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Set the System Select

Switch to “D.S.C.”.

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

MENU Jog Dial

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.

4MENU END

To select a still image by checking the still images

stored in memory . . .

.... select “SELECT”, then go to step 4.

Menu Screen

To delete all the still images stored in memory at

once without checking them . . .

.... select “ALL”, then go to step 5.

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”

NEXT <DELETE>

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.

•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

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.

•“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.

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.

NEXT <INDEX>

NOTES:

● Before deleting some still images stored in memory,

perform “Protect” for the necessary ones (੬ pg. 59) or

save them on a PC so that you do not lose them

accidentally (੬ pg. 63).

● 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.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features (cont.)

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.

ACCESS INDEX MENU SCREEN

Set the System Select

Switch to “D.S.C.”.

MENU Jog Dial

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

to “SLIDE SHOW 1” or “SLIDE SHOW 2”, then

press it.

If you select “SLIDE SHOW 1” . . .

.... all still images stored in memory are displayed

in numerical order.

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

Menu Screen

Ex. SLIDE SHOW 1

Ex. SLIDE SHOW 2

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

D.S.C. PLAYBACK Connection

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. 71).

CONNECT TO PERSONAL

To DIGITAL jack

(8-pin)

COMPUTER

Connect the camcorder’s DIGITAL jack to the COM

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.

Set to “D.S.C.”

PC connection

SELECT MODE

cables (provided)

Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, then set

the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

•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.

For Macintosh^®:

To Modem Port

or Printer Port

For Windows^®:

To COM Port

(RS-232C)

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.

•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.

LCD monitor or 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. 49). 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. 60, 61).

● 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.

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.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

PULL OUT BATTERY

HOLDER

Release

tab

Type

: Pull out by inserting a pointed

Lock hole

instrument into slot

: Pull out while sliding the lock

hole.

: Pinch the release tab and pull

out.

INSERT BATTERY

Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert

the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the

battery holder.

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. 22)

—

Playback start (੬ pg. 42)

Stop (੬ pg. 42)

3 PLAY Button

—

4 STOP Button

5 REW Button

Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 23) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 42, 44)

Insert Editing (੬ pg. 70, 71)

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. 65)

—

Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 65)

—

Pause (੬ pg. 44)

Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 23)

FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 42, 44)

@ A.DUB Button

# PAUSE IN Connector

$ MBR SET Button

% VISS Button

—

Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 72)

੬ pg. 67

—

੬ pg. 66

Index Code marking (੬ pg. 65)

—

^ VCR CTL Button

& R.A.EDIT Buttons

—

੬ pg. 66

੬ pg. 68

# — & : RM-V700U only.

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. 40 (“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. 41 (“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

LCD monitor

or viewfinder

2) Release

1MIN

1 2S

INDEX

Index Code

Marking

Instead of using the Menu in step 5

on pg. 41, press REC TIME on the

remote control until the Rec Time

indicator disappears.

Time-Lapse

1) Set

Rec Time Indicator

Instead of performing steps 1 through

3 on pg. 41 (“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. 41, press INT. TIME and REC

TIME on the remote control until the

indicators disappear.

START/STOP

NOTE:

Also refer to pgs. 40 and 41.

VISS

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)

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

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. 64) 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

Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is

installed in the remote control RM-V700U (੬ pg. 64).

RM-V700U

(optional)

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

VCR CODE LIST

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

VCR BRAND BUTTONS

NAME

(A) (B)

NAME

(A) (B)

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).

1ꢀ

2ꢀ

`ꢀ

PHILIPS

2ꢀ

PANASONIC

3ꢀ

7ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

8ꢀ

2ꢀ

4ꢀ

6ꢀ

3ꢀ

•The code is automatically set once you release the

MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.

HITACHI

6ꢀ

JVC

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

OPERATE VCR

ꢀ

RCA

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).

MAGNAVOX

5ꢀ

1ꢀ

SANYO

SHARP

SONY

6ꢀ

5ꢀ

`ꢀ

9ꢀ

1ꢀ

9ꢀ

MITSUBISHI

NEC

7ꢀ

You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

7ꢀ

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and

those of many other makers, it may not work with yours

or may offer limited functions.

PHILIPS

9ꢀ

5ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

1ꢀ

ꢀ

TOSHIBA

ZENITH

NOTES:

● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

● Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In

this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

● If the RM-V700U is not able to control the VCR, use

the controls on the VCR.

MAKE CONNECTIONS

CONNECT TO . . .

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE

terminal.

Open the

cover

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH

R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR

To J terminal

(JLIP)

To AUDIO and

VIDEO OUT

connectors

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

VCR OTHER THAN TYPE OR

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s

Pause-In jack.

Editing cable

(optional, ø3.5

mini-plug cable)

Audio and Video

cables (optional)

PREPARE CAMCORDER

Insert a recorded tape and set the Power Switch to

“PLAY”.

A B

PREPARE VCR

To AUDIO

and VIDEO IN

connectors

To Remote

PAUSE

Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and

engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).

To Pause-In

VCR

(Recording deck)

RM-V700U

(optional)

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

SELECT SCENES

PLAY/PAUSE

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER

DISPLAY

STOP

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press ON/OFF and the

counter display appears on the LCD monitor or in

the viewfinder, and the screen of the connected TV.

REW

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.

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.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene

(as many as 8).

RM-V700U

(optional)

MAKE CORRECTIONS

PAUSE

REW

PLAY

IN/OUT

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

most recently registered point.

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.

0:00:25

OUT

--:--:--

COUNTER

TOTAL

0:00:25

0:00:00

OUT

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

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

Original tape (camcorder)

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.

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.

Edited tape (VCR)

STOP

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.

Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit

counter display disappear, press ON/OFF.

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the

editing cable and the audio/video cable.

NOTES:

● If you performed step 1

on page 67 (“MAKE

CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at

the VCR during editing.

● The on-screen display only appears while the

camcorder searches for each scene.

MENU Jog Dial

● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited

tape with certain VCRs.

RM-V700U

(optional)

ON/OFF

VCR REC STBY

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

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

STOP

Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to

perform this procedure.

SELECT MODE

Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set

the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

Play back the tape, locate the point and press

PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

RESET COUNTER

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.

Power Switch

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Insert editing

indicator

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the

recorded tape, and press PAUSE 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.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches

“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the

camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

END INSERT EDITING

System Select

Switch

Press STOP.

NOTES:

START/STOP

REW

● When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor

fully opened, the original audio will be heard from the

speaker.

● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 23) 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)

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

Perform steps 1 through 5 in Insert Editing (੬ pg. 70)

before the following procedure.

STOP

NOTE:

Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to

perform this procedure.

Page Button

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.

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.

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.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

END INSERT EDITING

Press STOP.

NOTES:

● When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor

fully opened, the original audio will be heard from the

speaker.

System Select

Switch

● 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)

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)

Audio dubbing indicator

Audio Dubbing

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. 70) 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

LCD monitor or viewfinder

scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press

PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE

at exactly the point where dubbing should start.

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB-STANDBY

MODE

Set to “VIDEO”

Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing

A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.

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

END AUDIO DUBBING

Microphone

microphone

input jack

(capped)

Press STOP.

NOTES:

● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or

the edit points will not be accurate.

● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s

volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

NOTES (for Insert Editing and

REW

Audio Dubbing):

● Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work

correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the

recording speed was changed during the original

recording.

A. DUB

RM-V700U

(optional)

RM-V705U

(provided)

● 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.

USER MAINTENANCE

LENS COVER

Open/Close Switch

After Use

Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off

the camcorder.

Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then

remove the cassette.

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

PUSH.

Close and lock the LCD monitor.

Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.

Set to “POWER OFF”.

BATT. RELEASE

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close

the lens cover.

PUSH

EJECT

Cleaning The Camcorder

CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft

cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close

the LCD monitor.

Remove.

CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with

lens cleaning paper.

REMOVE EYEPIECE

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.

Marks

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Remove dust using a blower brush.

RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn it

clockwise.

NOTES:

● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or

alcohol.

● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack

has been removed or other power units have been

disconnected.

● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

INDEX

1 *

4 5 6 7*

30MIN

S.LX

T30

(

)

REC SP

FINE 12

444

TWILIGHT

NORM 01

LENS COVER MWB

PAUSE

5MIN

1 4S TAPE END

MERRY CHRISTMAS

DEC 25.98 AM 11:45:18

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications

1* Cassette Warning/

$ •Record–Standby Mode

Tape Remaining Time ................ ੬ pg. 19

Indicator ................................. ੬ pg. 18

•Lens Cover Warning:

When no cassette is inserted: the cassette

LENS COVER .......................... ੬ pg. 19

(

) warning blinks.

When Erase Protection tab is not in the

position that allows recording: the cassette

•Data Transfer Display:

_MODE. ................................ ੬ pg. 63

(

) warning lights. Otherwise, the tape

% Instant Title Display ................... ੬ pg. 32

^ Date/Time Display ..................... ੬ pg. 24

&*Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

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.

Changes as follows according to the battery

pack’s remaining power level:

“

”. When the power is

almost gone, the indicator “ ” blinks

†

(battery power warning ), then the unit

shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a

fully charged one.

2 Recording Mode (SP/EP)

Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 16

3, 0 Program AE Indicator ............ ੬ pg. 28

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. 37

3, ! Fade/Wipe-Standby

( Exposure Control Level

Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 30

Counter ..................................... ੬ pg. 38

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

) White Balance Mode

Indicator.................................... ੬ pg. 39

q Snapshot Mode Display....... ੬ pg. 27, 48

w Clock Battery Warning

Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the

power is turned on. This display also

blinks when the clock (lithium) battery is

either not installed or has discharged.

Install or replace the old battery with a

new one (੬ pg. 12).

4 Multi-Function Control

Indication............................ ੬ pg. 30, 31

Displayed when any of the buttons located

on the Multi-Function Control is pressed.

The indication disappears within approx. 2

seconds.

e •Tape End Display:

5 Picture Mode Display.......... ੬ pg. 27, 48

TAPE END ............................... ੬ pg. 19

Remaining Number Of Shots

Indicator............................. ੬ pg. 27, 48

Appears when the end of the tape is

reached during playback, recording or

fast-forward.

6 Super LoLux Indicator ............... ੬ pg. 31

7* Tape Length Indicator ................ ੬ pg. 16

8 Zoom Indicator Bar ................... ੬ pg. 22

9 Recording Indicator................... ੬ pg. 18

@ Picture Stabilizer Indicator ........ ੬ pg. 23

•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. 40

*: Displayed for approx. 5 seconds on the

LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is

turned on, and then disappear. However,

the indications marked † are not displayed.

INDEX (cont.)

U I

@ #

e r

(

) q W

i o p

Controls

Connectors

1 Power Zoom Button.................... ੬ pg. 22

t DC IN Jack ................................. ੬ pg. 11

Page Button ................................ ੬ pg. 55

2 Multi-Function Control

The jacks y to Q are located beneath the jack

cover.

•EFFECT Button.......................... ੬ pg. 30

•WIDE Button ............................ ੬ pg. 31

•TITLE Button............................. ੬ pg. 32

•SUPER LOLUX Button .............. ੬ pg. 31

y J terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface

Protocol) Connector.]

•Connect the editing cable when perform-

ing Random Assemble Editing

(੬ pg. 66 – 69).

•It is used to connect the camcorder to a

device such as a personal computer.

For further details consult your nearest

JVC dealer.

•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to

VCR is not possible if the VCR is not

equipped with a J terminal.

3 System Select [VIDEO/D.S.C.]

Switch ...................... ੬ pg. 18, 42, 48, 55

4 Select Dial .................................. ੬ pg. 28

5 Recording Mode [SP/EP]

Button......................................... ੬ pg. 16

6 DATE/TIME Button...................... ੬ pg. 24

COUNTER R/M Button ............... ੬ pg. 44

u Digital Jack ................................. ੬ pg. 63

i VIDEO OUT Connector .............. ੬ pg. 46

o RF DC OUT Connector............... ੬ pg. 46

p AUDIO OUT Connector ............. ੬ pg. 46

7 P. [Picture] STABILIZER Button .... ੬ pg. 23

8 REW Button ................................ ੬ pg. 42

RETAKE R [Quick Review]

Button......................................... ੬ pg. 23

9 PLAY/PAUSE Button.................... ੬ pg. 42

Q External Microphone

0 FF Button .................................... ੬ pg. 42

Input Jack ................................... ੬ pg. 72

RETAKE F Button......................... ੬ pg. 23

Indicators

W Power Indicator .......................... ੬ pg. 18

E Tally Lamp .................................. ੬ pg. 18

! STOP Button ............................... ੬ pg. 42

@ EJECT Switch .............................. ੬ pg. 17

# PUSH Button .............................. ੬ pg. 17

$ LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch .... ੬ pg. 25

Other Parts

R Video Light ................................. ੬ pg. 25

T Microphone ................................ ੬ pg. 72

Y •Camera sensor

% BATT. [Battery]

RELEASE Switch.......................... ੬ pg. 10

^ Diopter Adjustment .................... ੬ pg. 14

& MODE Button....................... ੬ pg. 26, 48

* SNAPSHOT Button ............... ੬ pg. 26, 48

Be careful not to cover this area; built-in

here is the sensor necessary for shooting.

•Remote Sensor.......................... ੬ pg. 65

( Function Navigator Dial

[MENU Jog Dial] ........................ ੬ pg. 13

U Clock Battery Compartment ........ ੬ pg. 12

I Battery Pack Mount .................... ੬ pg. 10

O Shoulder Strap Eyelets................. ੬ pg. 15

P Electronic Viewfinder.................. ੬ pg. 14

a Grip Strap ................................... ੬ pg. 14

s Speaker....................................... ੬ pg. 43

d LCD monitor......................... ੬ pg. 20, 42

f Tripod Mounting Socket .............. ੬ pg. 15

) Recording Start/Stop Button ........ ੬ pg. 18

q Power Switch............ ੬ pg. 18, 42, 48, 55

w LENS COVER Switch .................. ੬ pg. 18

e BRIGHT Dial .............................. ੬ pg. 43

r VOLUME Dial ............................ ੬ pg. 43

INDEX Terms

AC Power Adapter ................... pg. 10

Animation Recording ............... pg. 41, 65

Audio Dubbing ........................ pg. 72

Auto Date Record .................... pg. 24

Auto Focus............................... pg. 36

Auto Mode Lock Mode ............ pg. 29, 50

Auto Mode Release Mode ........ pg. 29, 50

Electronic Fog Filter Mode ....... pg. 29, 50

Erase Protection ....................... pg. 17

Exposure Control...................... pg. 38

Fade-In/Out.............................. pg. 30

Fast-Forward Tape .................... pg. 42

FINE Mode............................... pg. 49

Full Image ................................ pg. 26, 48

Battery Pack ............................. pg. 10, 83

Brighten The Image .................. pg. 38

Grip Adjustment....................... pg. 14

Car Battery ............................... pg. 11

Cassette Adapter ...................... pg. 45

Charge Marker ......................... pg. 11

Charging the Battery Pack ........ pg. 10

Clock (Lithium) Battery............. pg. 12

Color Bar ................................. pg. 35, 54

COM Port (RS-232C)................ pg. 63

High Speed Shutter Mode ........ pg. 29, 51

Index Code Marking................. pg. 65

Index Menu Screen .................. pg. 58

Index Mode.............................. pg. 58

Index Number.......................... pg. 58

Insert Cassette .......................... pg. 17

Insert Editing ............................ pg. 70, 71

Instant Titles ............................. pg. 32

IrDA......................................... pg. 63

Connection To A VCR/TV ........ pg. 46

Connection To A Windows

PC/Macintosh ........................ pg. 63

Contents................................... pg. 8, 9

Counter Memory...................... pg. 44

JLIP ID NO. .............................. pg. 35, 54

Journalistic Shooting ................ pg. 21

JPEG......................................... pg. 48

Darken The Image.................... pg. 38

Date/Time Insert ....................... pg. 24

Date/Time Setting ..................... pg. 13

Delete Menu Screen................. pg. 60

Delete Mode ............................ pg. 60

Delete Select Menu Screen ...... pg. 60

DEMO Mode ........................... pg. 35, 54

Digital Zoom............................ pg. 22, 35, 54

Digital Still Camera .................. pg. 48

Diopter Adjust.......................... pg. 14

Discharge The Battery Pack...... pg. 10

LCD monitor/Viewfinder,

Indications ............................... pg. 76, 77

Manual Focus .......................... pg. 37

MBR Code Setting .................... pg. 66

Modem Port ............................. pg. 63

Move The Page Back................ pg. 55

Move The Page Next................ pg. 55

ND Effect Mode ....................... pg. 29, 51

Self-Recording.......................... pg. 21

Self-Timer................................. pg. 40, 51, 65

Sepia Mode.............................. pg. 29, 50

Shooting, Advanced Features

(D.S.C.) .................................. pg. 50, 51

Shooting (D.S.C.)...................... pg. 48

Shoulder Strap Attachment ....... pg. 15

Shuttle Search .......................... pg. 44

Slide Show Mode ..................... pg. 62

Snapshot Mode ........................ pg. 26, 48

Snapshot (VIDEO) .................... pg. 26

Specifications........................... pg. 86

Sports Mode............................. pg. 29, 51

STANDARD Mode ................... pg. 49

Star Mark On The Setting

Menus ................................... pg. 58

Still Image Data Transfer........... pg. 63

Still Playback ........................... pg. 44

Store A Still Image In The

Built-In Memory .................... pg. 48

Nega/Posi Mode....................... pg. 29, 51

Padlock Mark........................... pg. 59

Picture Mode Setting ................ pg. 49

Picture Stabilizer ...................... pg. 23, 50

Pin-Up Image........................... pg. 26, 48

Playback (D.S.C.) ..................... pg. 55

Playback (VIDEO) .................... pg. 42

Printer Port............................... pg. 63

Program AE With Special

Effects .................................... pg. 28, 29

Protect Menu Screen ................ pg. 59

Protect Mode ........................... pg. 59

Provided Accessories ............... pg. 9

Quick Review .......................... pg. 23

Super LoLux ............................. pg. 31, 51

Random Assemble Editing........ pg. 66–69

Recording, Advanced

Features (VIDEO) ................... pg. 28–41

Tape Counter ........................... pg. 42

Tape Dubbing .......................... pg. 47

Tape Length Setting .................. pg. 16

Time-Lapse Shooting ................ pg. 41, 54, 65

Tracking ................................... pg. 43

Tripod Mounting ...................... pg. 15

Twilight Mode .......................... pg. 29, 51

Recording (VIDEO) .................. pg. 18

Recording, Start/Stop (VIDEO) ... pg. 18, 19

Recording Mode Setting ........... pg. 16

Record-Standby........................ pg. 18

Remote Control Unit ................ pg. 64

Remove Cassette ...................... pg. 17

Retake...................................... pg. 23

Rewind Tape ............................ pg. 42

Video Light............................... pg. 25

Viewfinder Adjustment ............. pg. 14

White Balance Adjustment ....... pg. 39

Wide Mode .............................. pg. 31, 51

Wipe-In/Out............................. pg. 30

Zooming .................................. pg. 22

TROUBLESHOOTING

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 LCD monitor and the

viewfinder.

● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of

the camcorder.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to

be hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the

Power Switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.

Colored bright spots appear all over

the LCD monitor.

● The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology.

However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or

blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These

spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any

defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)

The indicators and the picture color

on the LCD monitor are not clear.

● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD

monitor is pressed.

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder

and the lens have become dirty (ex.

fingerprints).

● Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Gently wipe the LCD

monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the

stain and it won’t come out easily.

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. 36).

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.

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. 42).

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. 44).

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.

● If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees, EJECT

switch does not function.

TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”:

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. 60).

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. 51).

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. 48).

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. 59).

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.

CAUTIONS

DANGER:

Video Light

•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not

touch it either while in operation or soon after

turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot for some time.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a

nickel-cadmium battery. Before using

the supplied battery pack or an

optional battery pack, be sure to read

the following cautions:

1. To avoid hazard . . .

.... do not burn.

Terminals

.... do not short-circuit the terminals.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

.... use only specified chargers.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

(1 ft.) between the video light and people or

object.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

•It is recommended that you consult your nearest

JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service

life . . .

.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

.... avoid repeated charging without fully

discharging.

When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in

areas other than the USA

Ⅲ The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features

automatic voltage selection in the AC range from

110 V to 240 V.

.... charge in an environment where 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.

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.

CAUTIONS (cont.)

Cassettes

Main Unit

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

read the following cautions:

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.

1. During use . . .

.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C

mark.

.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded

tapes automatically erases the previously

.... 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.

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.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or

dust.

.... do not open the front tape cover. This

exposes the tape to fingerprints and 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 or the LCD

monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with

both hands or use the grip.

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

LCD Monitor

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number

Trade Name

Responsible party

Address

: GR-AXM900U

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,

DO NOT . . .

: JVC

: US JVC CORP.

: 41 Slater Drive,

Elmwood Park, N. J.

07407

: (201) 794–3900

.... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor

on the bottom.

2. To prolong service life . . .

Telephone Number

.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interfer-

ence that may cause undesired operation.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for

LCD monitor use. These are not malfunc-

tions . . .

•While using the camcorder, the surface around the

LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor

may heat up.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

Change or modifications not approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void the

user’s authority to operate the equipment. This

equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference

will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following

measures:

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.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equip-

ment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

TV technician for help.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

damage to the video tape, and can lead to

internal damage to the camcorder itself.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all

requirements of the Canadian Interference –

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Serious malfunctioning

“Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte

toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le

matériel brouilleur du Canada.”

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

SPECIFICATIONS

INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTORS

GENERAL

Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Video

: Output 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

unbalanced (via VIDEO

OUT connector)

: Output –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm

(via AUDIO OUT connector)

: 3.5 mm diameter, 4-pole,

mini-head jack (compatible

with EIAJ RC-5325 plug)

: Mini DIN 8-pin

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

: 35% to 80%

: –20°C to +50°C

(–4°F to 122°F)

Audio

JLIP

Weight

: Approx. 1020 g (2.3 lbs)

: 116 (W) x 117 (H) x

242 (D) mm (4-5/8” x 4-5/

8”x 9-9/16”)

: 20 mm round x 1, monaural

: DC 6V

Dimensions

(Including viewfinder)

Speaker

Digital

External microphone

input

Power source

Power consumption

LCD monitor off,

viewfinder on

LCD monitor on,

viewfinder off

LCD monitor on,

viewfinder on

Light

: –62 dBs, high impedance

unbalanced with ø3.5 mm

(STEREO)

: 6.6 W

: 7.1 W

AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER

(AA-V15U)

: 7.8 W

Power requirement

: 2.9 W

U.S.A. and Canada : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz

Signal system

: NTSC-type

Other countries

: AC 110 V to 240 V`,

50/60 Hz

SYSTEM

Power consumption

Output

Charge

VTR

Charging system

: 23 W

Camcorder format

Video recording system

Luminance

: VHS NTSC standard

: DC 8.5 V

: DC 6.3 V

, 1.3 A

, 1.8 A

: FM recording

: Converted sub-carrier

direct recording

Color

: Constant current, peak

detection, timer controlled

: 140 (W) x 42 (H) x

Conforms to VHS standard

Dimensions

Weight

Cassette

cassette

68 (D) mm (5-9/16” x

1-11/16” x 2-11/16”)

: Approx. 300 g (0.71 lbs)

Tape speed

: 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)

: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)

Recording time (max.)

: 40 minutes

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

: 120 minutes

Dimensions

: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x

(with TC-40 cassette)

104 (D) mm (7-7/16” x 1” x

4-1/8”)

D.S.C. format

Recording format

: Digital data storage

(based on JPEG)

Weight

Accessory

: Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs)

: “AA (R6)” – size battery x 1

Recording medium : Built-in flash memory,

1 Mbyte

Number of storable

shots (max.)

Provided Accessories ...................... ੬ pg. 9

: FINE mode: approx. 22 shots

(approx. 32000 byte data

compression)

Optional Accessories

•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U

•Battery Charger BH-VC10U

STANDARD mode:

approx. 44 shots (approx.

16000 byte data compression)

: 320 x 240 pixels

Image size

•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U

•RF Unit RF-V5U

CAMERA

Pick up

Lens

•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

•Remote Control Unit RM-V700U

: 1/4” format CCD

: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 83.6 mm,

22:1 power zoom lens

with auto iris and macro

control, filter diameter

46 mm

Some accessories are not available in some areas.

Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on

accessories and their availability.

Viewfinder

: Electronic viewfinder

with 0.5” black/white CRT

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise

indicated.

E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to change

without notice.

White balance

adjustment

: Auto/Manual adjustment

LCD MONITOR

Size

LCD system

: 4” diagonally measured

: LCD/TFT active matrix

system

ESPAÑOL

Marcas

Alimentación

A la toma de

corriente alterna

Esta cámara de video posee un sistema de alimentación

de 3 vías que le permite seleccionar la fuente de

alimentación más apropiada.

Indicador

CHG. (carga)

NOTAS:

● Sin alimentación no hay ninguna función disponible.

● Utilice exclusivamente la alimentación indicada.

● No utilice la unidades de alimentación suministradas

con otro equipo.

Indicador

REFRESH

Interruptor REFRESH

CARGA DE LA BATERIA

ALIMENTACION

REFRESCADO

Conecte el cable de alimentación de CA del

El adaptador de CA se caracteriza por la

función REFRESH que le permite descargar

totalmente la batería antes de recargarla.

Efectúe la función REFRESH después de un

mínimo de 5 cargas.

cargador a una toma de corriente.

COLOCACION DE LA BATERIA

Alinee las marcas y deslice la batería en la

Para descargar las baterías . . .

dirección de la flecha hasta que quede bloqueada

..... coloque la batería en el adaptador como

se muestra en la ilustración arriba. Luego

presione REFRESH. El indicador

REFRESH se enciende cuando se inicia

la descarga y se apaga cuando la

descarga ha terminado.

en su lugar.

El indicador CHG. comienza a parpadear indicando

que se ha iniciado la carga.

EXTRACCION DE LA BATERIA

Cuando el indicador CHG. para de destellear, pero

continúa encendido, la carga ha terminado. Deslice

Enganche.

la batería en el sentido opuesto al de la flecha.

BATERIA

BN-V11U

BN-V12U

BN-V22U

BN-V25U

CARGA

DESCARGA

aprox. 3 h 30 m

aprox. 7 h

aprox. 1 h 10 m

aprox. 2 h 10 m

aprox. 2 h 40 m

Empuje.

aprox. 10 h

BATT. RELEASE

USO DE LA BATERIA

Indicador de carga

COLOCACION DE LA BATERIA

Enganche la parte superior del mismo en la cámara

de video y empújela hasta que se bloquee en su

lugar.

EXTRACCION DE LA BATERIA

Deslice BATT. RELEASE y extraiga la batería.

INDICADOR DE CARGA

Se ha suministrado un indicador de carga

sobre la batería para ayudarle a recordar si ha

sido cargado o no. Los dos colores

suministrados (rojo y negro), le permiten

seleccionar la carga y la descarga.

Tiempo de grabación aproximado (unidad: min)

Monitor LCD Monitor LCD

Monitor LCD

activado/Visor desactivado/Visor activado/Visor

BATERIA desactivado

activado

BN-V11U

BN-V12U

BN-V22U

BN-V25U

50 (35)

40 (30)

ATENCION:

50 (35)

40 (30)

90 (65)

125 (90)

Antes de desmontar la fuente de alimenta-

ción, asegúrese que la alimentación de la

cámara de video esté desconectada. El no

hacerlo puede producir una falla de

funcionamiento en la cámara de video.

105 (70)

140 (100)

110 (75)

150 (105)

(

) : cuando el foco de video está encendido.

GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA (VIDEO)

Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC.

INSERCION DEL CASSETTE

DE VIDEO

ALIMENTACION

Enganche

PUSH

EJECT

Empuje.

BATT. RELEASE

Utilización de la batería

Abra

1 Enganche el extremo superior de la batería

en la cámara de video. (Procedimiento para

carga, ੬ P. 10)

2 Empuje la batería hacia adentro hasta que

quede bloqueada en su lugar.

Para extraer la batería

Deslice BATT. RELEASE y extraiga la batería.

1 Abra el monitor LCD a un ángulo mayor de

45 grados.

2 Presione EJECT para abrir el portacassette.

3 Inserte cassette de video.

4 Presione PUSH para cerrar el portacassette.

(Por más detalles, ੬ P. 17.)

REPRODUCCION

PLAY/PAUSE

(reproducción/pausa)

STOP (parada)

FILMACION

Perilla de

Colóquelo en

“VIDEO”

abertura/

Colóquelo

cierre LENS

COVER

en “VIDEO”

3 _REW

(rebobinado)

Botón para

inicio/parada

de grabación

Colóquelo en

“CAMERA”.

Colóquelo en “PLAY”.

1 Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema

1 Deslice la perilla de abertura/cierre LENS

COVER para abrir la tapa del objetivo.

2 Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en

“VIDEO”.

en “VIDEO”.

2 Ajuste el interruptor de alimentación en “PLAY”.

3 Presione REW.

— La cinta se detiene automáticamente al

comienzo de la misma.

3 Adjuste el interruptor de alimentación en

“CAMERA”.

— El indicador de alimentación se encenderá

y aparecerá una imagen.

4 Presione PLAY/PAUSE.

— Comienza la reproducción y la imagen aparece.

• Presione STOP para detener la grabación.

(Por más detalles, ੬ P. 42.)

• El visor se desconecta automáticamente para

ahorrar energía cuando el monitor LCD es abierto

a un ángulo mayor de 45 grados.

• El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando se lo

abre/cierre a 45 grados aprox.

4 Presione el botón inicio/parada de

grabación.

— Comenzará la grabación.

• Para detener temporariamente la grabación,

presione nuevamente el botón de inicio/parada de

grabación. (Por más detalles, ੬ P. 18 a 21.)

• El visor se desconecta automáticamente para

ahorrar energía cuando el monitor LCD es abierto

a un ángulo mayor de 45 grados.

• El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando se lo

abre/cierre a 45 grados aprox.

O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un

VCR de VHS utilizando el adaptador de

cassette (VHS Playpak). ੬ P. 45

GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA (D.S.C.)

Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC.

ALIMENTACION

FILMACION

Enganche.

Botón SNAPSHOT

Perilla de

Empuje.

abertura/cierre

LENS COVER

Interruptor de alimentación

Colóquelo en “CAMERA”.

BATT. RELEASE

Utilización de la batería

1 Enganche el extremo superior de la batería

en la cámara de video. (Procedimiento para

carga, ੬ P. 10)

2 Empuje la batería hacia adentro hasta que

quede bloqueada en su lugar.

Para extraer la batería

Deslice BATT. RELEASE y extraiga la batería.

Conmutador selector de sistema

Colóquelo en “D.S.C.”

REPRODUCCION

1 Deslice la perilla de abertura/cierre LENS

COVER para abrir la tapa del objetivo.

2 Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en

“D.S.C.”.

3 Botón página

3 Adjuste el interruptor de alimentación en

“CAMERA”.

— El indicador de alimentación se

encenderá y aparecerá una imagen.

4 Presione el botón SNAPSHOT.

— Una imagen fija es filmada y

almacenada en la memoria de la cámara

de video.

Interruptor de alimentación

Colóquelo en “PLAY”.

Conmutador selector de sistema

Colóquelo en “D.S.C.”

(Por más detalles, ੬ P. 48.)

•El visor se desconecta automáticamente

para ahorrar energía cuando el monitor

LCD es abierto a un ángulo mayor de 45

grados.

•El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando

se lo abre/cierre a 45 grados aprox.

1 Ajuste el conmutador selector de sistema en

“D.S.C.”.

2 Ajuste el interruptor de alimentación en

“PLAY”.

— Aparece una imagen fija almacenada en

la memoria.

3 Presione “W” o “T” del botón página para

seleccionar la imagen fija que desea ver.

(Por más detalles, ੬ P. 55.)

•El visor se desconecta automáticamente

para ahorrar energía cuando el monitor

LCD es abierto a un ángulo mayor de 45

grados.

•El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando

se lo abre/cierre a 45 grados aprox.

FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER

TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722

Dear customer:

In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before

operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location,

please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, call 1-800-

252-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.

— JVC

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING

COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.

FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS

107 Little Falls Road

Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105

(973) 808-9279

1500 Lakes Parkway

Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857

(770) 339-2522

705 Enterprise Street

Aurora, IL 60504-8135

(630) 851-7855

5665 Corporate Avenue

Cypress, CA 90630-4727

(714) 229-8011

10700 Hammerly Blvd., Suite 110 2969 Mapunapuna Place, Suite 101

Houston, TX 77043-2310

(713) 935-9331

Honolulu, HI 96819-2000

(808) 833-5828

230 Eliot Street

Ashland, MA 01721-2377

(508) 881-5923

8192 West State Road 84

Davie, FL 33324-4611

(954) 472-1960

890 Dubuque Avenue

South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804

(415) 871-2666

Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the

engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the

high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization

stands behind our products.

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.

107 Little Falls Road

Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105

If you ship the product...

Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit,

a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you

received when you purchased your JVC unit. Print your home return address on the outside and the

inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above.

Don't service it yourself.

ACCESSORIES

To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you

may contact your local JVC Dealer.

Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free:

1-800-882-2345.

CAUTION

To prevent electrical shock, do not open the

cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)

LIMITED WARRANTY

CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO

THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP

from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. ("The Warranty Period")

PARTS

LABOR

DAYS

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF

COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.

WHAT WE WILL DO:

If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner.

Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized

service centers. Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All

products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for

Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in-home basis.

WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:

Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC

authorized service center, please call toll free: (800) 252-5722.

If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with

a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center,

the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.

If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:

1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse,

faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility

authorized by JVC to render such service, or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if

the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;

2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;

3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner's Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;

4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;

5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;

6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of

purchase;

7. Accessories;

8. Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);from the date

of purchase);

There are no other express warranties except as listed above.

THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF

MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.

JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY

OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT

LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT,

OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,

INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE

LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an

implied warranty lasts, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific

legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.

41 Slater Drive

Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR

DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT

WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.

For customer use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain

this information for future reference.

Model No.:

Serial No:

Purchase date:

Name of dealer:

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.

41 Slater Drive, Elmwood Park, N.J. 07407

JVC CANADA INC.

21 Finchdene Square,

Scarborough Ontario M1X 1A7

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