Page 2 - SAFETY
2 WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS UNIT TO RAIN ORMOISTURE. Warning on lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire orchemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge,disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate.Replace battery with Panasonic ...
Page 3 - ANTENNA INSTALLATION; IMPORTANT PRODUCT; INSTALLATION
3 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product andto protect it from overheating, these openings must not beblocked or covered.• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface....
Page 4 - USE; SERVICING
4 USE 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury:• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injuryto a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. • Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manuf...
Page 5 - QUICK OPERATION GUIDE; SUPPLY POWER; Using the battery pack; PLAYBACK
5 QUICK OPERATION GUIDE SUPPLY POWER Using the battery pack 1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to thecamcorder. (Charging procedure, Z P. 8) 2 Push in the battery pack until it locks intoplace. To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the batterypack. PLAYBACK 1 Set the power sw...
Page 6 - MAJOR FEATURES; REMEMBER; The Logical Choice; The only compact video; PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
6 MAJOR FEATURES REMEMBER The Logical Choice The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR* * with VHS Playpak Program AE with SpecialEffects ( Z pg. 26) n Cinema n Sepia n Twilight n Sports n High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter n Classic Film n Strobe n Slow Shutter Multi Functio...
Page 7 - CONTENTS; GETTING STARTED
7 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 Power ................................................................................................ 8 Clock (Lithium) Battery Removal/Insertion ................................................... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ..................................................
Page 8 - Power; CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK; USING THE BATTERY PACK; ATTACH BATTERY PACK
8 GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets youchoose the most appropriate source of power. 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 ...
Page 9 - USING A CAR BATTERY
9 ** CHARGE MARKER A charge marker is provided on the battery pack tohelp you remember whether it has been charged ornot. Two colors are provided (red and black)—youchoose which one means charged and whichmeans discharged. NOTES: ● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the tim...
Page 10 - Viewfinder Adjustment
10 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and toperform date/time settings. SWITCH OFF POWER 1 Switch off the unit’s power and remove the powersupply unit. OPEN COVER 2 Open the clock battery compartment cover whilepressing the...
Page 11 - SELECT MODE; START CLOCK OPERATION
11 T e l e M a c r o O F F G a i n U p A G C C o l o r F i l t e r N O R . T a p e L e n g t h T 3 0 T i t l e S u b M e n u S h i f t Z o o m O F F S e t C a n c e l J A N 1 . 0 0 A M 1 2 : 0 0 D a t e / T i m e Main MenuScreen Set Time andDate Screen Date/Time Setting SELECT MODE 1 Set the Power s...
Page 12 - Tape Length Setting
12 GETTING STARTED (cont.) T e l e M a c r o O F F G a i n U p A G C C o l o r F i l t e r N O R . T i t l e S u b M e n u D a t e / T i m e S h i f t Z o o m O F F T a p e L e n g t h T 4 0 T20 T30 T40 Tape Length Setting SELECT MODE 1 Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and theShooting Mode selector...
Page 13 - OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER; CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
13 Recording Mode Setting 1 Pressing SP/EP alternates the setting between SP(standard play-provides higher picture and soundquality, better for dubbing) and EP (Extended Play-more economical, recording at 1/3 the speed of SP). NOTE: If the recording mode is switched during recording, theplayback pic...
Page 14 - Grip Adjustment; Shoulder Strap Attachment; Tripod Mounting
14 2 3 1 2 1 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 1 Separate the Velcro strip. INSERT HAND 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp thegrip. ADJUST STRAP LENGTH 3 Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operatethe Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoomlever. Refasten ...
Page 15 - Using The RM-V705U Remote Control Unit
15 10 ° 5m(16.4ft) 10 ° 30 ° 30 ° PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER 1 Pull out the battery holder by inserting a pointed instrumentinto slot . INSERT BATTERY 2 Insert the lithium battery *(CR2025), with its plus (+) sideup, into the battery holder. REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER 3 Insert the battery holder into the r...
Page 16 - RECORDING; Basic Recording; LOAD A CASSETTE; STOP RECORDING
16 25m i n 120min 119min 3min 2min (Blinking) 1min (Blinking) 0min (Blinking) * min.....(Now calculating) RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listedbelow. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( Z pg. 8) ● Tape Length ( Z pg. 12) ● Recording Mode Setti...
Page 17 - Basic Features
17 W T W T W T W T W T T e l e M a c r o O F F G a i n U p A G C C o l o r F i l t e r N O R . T a p e L e n g t h T 3 0 T i t l e D a t e / T i m e S u b M e n u S h i f t Z o o m l 5 0 x Zoom-in Zoom-out RECORDING Basic Features FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an in...
Page 19 - Video Light; SET VIDEO LIGHT; DANGER
19 Video Light When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten thescene by using the built-in video light. SET VIDEO LIGHT 1 Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required.ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on. AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder sense...
Page 20 - DISPLAY; CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE; Advanced Features
20 Date/Time Insert This feature allows you to display the date and time in yourviewfinder and on a connected TV. NOTE: You should already have performed the Date/TimeSetting procedure ( Z pg. 11). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. DISPLAY CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE 1 Press DISPLAY during Record–Sta...
Page 21 - Snapshot; Motor Drive Function; SELECT SNAPSHOT MODE; ACTIVATE MOTOR DRIVE
21 M u l t i 4 Pin-up Frame Full Multi 9 Multi 4 A B C D A B D E G H C F I SNAP SHOT MODE Record multiple images in one scene(4 or 9 at a time). The images appear and arestored in this order: A, B, C, D (E, F, G, H, I forMulti-Analyzer 9). In the Motor Drive mode,after “I”, the next image recorded i...
Page 22 - Digital Image Stabilizer; SELECT SHOOTING MODE
22 + 02 + 06 – 06 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Digital Image Stabilizer This feature compensates for unstable images caused bycamera-shake, particularly noticeable at highmagnification. ACTIVATE D. I. STABILIZER 1 Press D.I.STABILIZER. “ ” appears in the viewfinder. • To switch off the Digita...
Page 23 - White Balance Adjustment; SELECT FUNCTION; ADJUST FOCUS
23 MWB No indication (Auto) MWB White Balance Adjustment This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature systemsenses the color temperature of the ambient lighting forautomatic white balance adjustment. However, precisecolor adjustment is not possible under the followingconditions:• When an object is i...
Page 24 - Focusing; Auto Focus
24 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Focusdetection zone Focusing Auto Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuousshooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,correct focus may not be obtainable in the situationslisted below (in these cases use manual focusing):• When two s...
Page 25 - Manual Focus; TO FARTHER SUBJECT; TO NEARER SUBJECT; LOCK FOCUS; RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE
25 Manual Focus NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinderadjustments ( Z pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to “ PRESET”. ADJUST FOCUS 2 A TO FARTHER SUBJECT 2 Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications “ ” ...
Page 26 - Program AE With Special Effects; DEACTIVATE EFFECT
26 1 C i n e m a 2 S e p i a 3 T w i l i g h t 4 S p o r t s 5 H I . S 1 / 2 0 0 0 6 C l a s s i c F i l m 7 S t r o b e 8 S l o w S h u t t e r O F F RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Program AE With Special Effects Useful in making the picture look creative and attractive.Effects can be selected...
Page 30 - Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment
30 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with Multi-Function Control,an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifiesmany of the more detailed camcorder settings. SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU. SEL...
Page 32 - Instant Titles
32 Instant Titles You can superimpose one of 8 preset titles, or a title youmade yourself, onto a scene. SELECT SHOOTING MODE 1 Set the Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU. ACCESS INSTANT TITLE MENU SCREEN 3 Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “Title”, then...
Page 33 - Character Generator; ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU; END CHARACTER SETTING
33 H a p p y B i r t h d a yO u r V a c a t i o nM e r r y C h r i s t m a sA S p e c i a l D a yH a p p y H o l i d a y sO u r N e w B a b yW e d d i n g D a yC o n g r a t u l a t i o n s ( S e t C h a r a c t e r ) O F F J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å & : . , ’ – / ...
Page 35 - Animation
35 Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion ofmovement. This function allows you to shoot aseries of pictures, each slightly different, of the sameobject for a brief period of time. ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY MODE 1 Make sure the lens cover is open, then set thepower switch to “CAMERA”. SE...
Page 36 - Using The Cassette Adapter; INSERT BATTERY; VCR
36 + PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter (VHS PlayPak) Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recordedwith this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHSvideo cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is batterypowered and automatically performs tape loading andunloading. INSE...
Page 37 - CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR; CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV; Basic Connections
37 A B There are three basic types of connections. When makingthe connections, refer also to your VCR and TVinstruction manuals. Connection To A VCR [A](Editing, Dubbing and Playback) NOTE: Use the optional Audio and Video cables. CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 1 As shown in the illustration at left, conn...
Page 38 - Basic Playback; Rewind or Fast-forward the tape
38 M – 1 : 2 3 : 4 5 PLAYBACK Basic Playback NOTE: Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in“Basic Connections” ( Z pg. 37). LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insertthe cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH toensure the holder is closed and locked. SE...
Page 39 - Features
39 FEATURE: Manual Tracking PURPOSE: To eliminate noise bars that appearon the screen. OPERATION: 1) Press either TRACKING button as many times as necessary for bestpicture. NOTES: ● To reset TRACKING to the originalpreset, press both TRACKINGbuttons simultaneously. ● Manual Tracking may not workwit...
Page 40 - EDITING; Tape Dubbing
40 EDITING Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT 1 Following the illustration at left, connect thecamcorder and the VCR. PREPARE FOR DUBBING 2 Set the camcorder’s Power switch to “PLAY”, turnon the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriatecassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. SELECT VCR MODE 3 Engage the V...
Page 41 - SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR; OPERATE THE VCR; IMPORTANT; MAKE CONNECTIONS; JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE
41 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR BRANDNAME BUTTONS (A) (B) GE 1 1 9 2 9 ` 9 4 MAGNAVOX 9 5 1 1 7 1 7 6 MITSUBISHI 6 7 6 8 NEC 3 7 3 8 PHILIPS 1 9 9 5 1 1 9 4 9 1 9 6 JVC ABC 9 1 9 6 9 3 HITACHI 6 6 6 3 VCR BRANDNAME BUTTONS (A) (B) PHILIPS 1 2 3 3 SANYO 3 6 3 5 SHARP 1 5 1 ` SONY 6 5 6 ` 3 9 3 1 TOSHIBA 6...
Page 42 - SELECT SCENES
42 AB C IN OUT ç 1 0:00:25 - - : - - : - - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COUNTER 0:00:25 TOTAL 0:00:00 IN OUT ç 1 0:00:25 0:01:05 2 0:03:18 0:03:31 3 0:02:33 0:02:53 4 0:04:11 - - : - - : - - 5 6 7 8 COUNTER 0:04:11 TOTAL 0:01:13 EDITING (cont.) PREPARE CAMCORDER 2 Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to...
Page 43 - AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR; ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE
43 1 3 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder) EDITED TAPE (VCR) EDIT STOP AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE MODE 1 Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infraredsensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manuallyengage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode. BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING 2 Pres...
Page 44 - Insert Editing; RESET COUNTER
44 w M – 0 : 1 2 : 3 4 COUNTER R/M POWER Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recordedtape, replacing a section of the original recording withminimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. Theoriginal audio remains unchanged. NOTE: Use the RM-V705U remote control unit t...
Page 45 - Audio Dubbing; ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY; BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING
45 M - 0 : 0 5 : 2 0 e Audio dubbing indicator Mike A.DUB PAUSE PLAY REW Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape(normal audio only).** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure ( Z pg. 44) before continuing. • The sound comes from the built-in mike (or an e...
Page 46 - USER MAINTENANCE; After Use; Cleaning The Camcorder; CLEAN EXTERIOR; CLEAN LENS; CLEAN VIEWFINDER
46 USER MAINTENANCE After Use 1 Set the Power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn offthe camcorder. 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then removethe cassette. 3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressingPUSH. 4 Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack. 5 Slide the LENS COVER open/close ...
Page 47 - TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM
47 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) POWER No power is supplied. The power suddenly goes off anddoesn’t come back on by itself. ● The battery pack has not been attached correctly( Z pg. 8). ● The battery pack is not charged ( Z pg. 8). ● The power supply has not been correctly connected( Z p...
Page 48 - OTHER
48 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) 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 ...
Page 49 - INDEX Controls; Controls; w e r t y
49 INDEX Controls & Recording Mode [SP/EP] SelectButton ................................................. Z pg. 13 COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]Button ................................................. Z pg. 39 * EDIT Button ........................................ Z pg. 43 ( TRACKING +/– Buttons ...
Page 50 - SP; Connectors
50 W Q E R T U h g s a d f p O I P k Y j SP EP PLAY REC A B C D E Connectors p External MIC jack ................................ Z pg. 45 Q DC IN Jack ............................................ Z pg. 9 W JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Connector.• Connect the Editing Cable when performing R...
Page 51 - INDEX; Viewfinder; Viewfinder Indications
51 1 Remaining Tape Time ........................ ( Z pg. 16) 2 Recording Mode (SP/EP) Indicator ..... ( Z pg. 13) 3 Interval Timer Indicator. .................... ( Z pg. 34) 4 Recording Time Indicator .................. ( Z pg. 35) 5 Snapshot Mode Display .................... ( Z pg. 21) 6 Tape Le...
Page 52 - Terms
52 INDEX Terms A AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 9Animation Recording .............................. pg. 35Audio Dubbing ....................................... pg. 45Auto Focus .............................................. pg. 24 B Battery Pack ................................
Page 53 - General Battery Precautions; Battery Packs; To prevent damage and prolong service; CAUTIONS
53 General Battery Precautions • When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) are not functioning even when correctly operated, thebatteries are exhausted. Replace them with freshones. • Use only the following batteries: C-P6U or C-P7U ..................... AA (R6) size Please make note of the followi...
Page 54 - This camcorder features a built-in head
54 3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . . .... replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge. NOTE: It is normal for the battery pack to be warm aftercharging, or after use.Temperature Range SpecificationsCharging ................................... 10°C to 3...
Page 55 - SPECIFICATIONS
55 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format : VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 6V Power consumption Light on : 8.7 W Light off : 5.7 W Signal system : NTSC-type Video recording system Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier direct recording* Conforms to VHS standard Cassette : cassette Tape s...
Page 56 - ESPAÑOL; Alimentación; CARGA DEL PAQUETE DE PILAS; USO DEL PAQUETE DE PILAS
56 ESPAÑOL Alimentación Esta cámara de video posee un sistema de alimentaciónde 3 vías que le permite seleccionar la fuente dealimentación más apropiada. NOTAS: ● Sin alimentación no hay ninguna función disponible. ● Utilice exclusivamente la alimentación indicada. ● No utilice la unidades de alimen...
Page 57 - GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA; ALIMENTACION; Utilización de la batería; REPRODUCCION
57 INSERCION DEL CASSETTEDE VIDEOEO 1 Deslice EJECT. 2 Inserte un cassette de video. 3 Presione PUSH.(Por más detalles, Z P. 13.) GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA ALIMENTACION Utilización de la batería 1 Enganche el extremo superior de la bateríaen la cámara de video. (Procedimiento paracarga: Z P. 8) 2 E...
Page 58 - FOR SERVICING; HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER; — JVC; ACCESSORIES; JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING; DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.
58 FOR SERVICING HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER 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 ser...
Page 59 - WARRANTY; LIMITED WARRANTY
59 WARRANTY 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 show...
