Page 2 - EN; SAFETY
2 EN Dear Customer,Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHScamcorder. Before use, please read the safetyinformation and precautions contained in thefollowing pages to ensure safe use of your newcamcorder. Using This Instruction Manual• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table O...
Page 3 - ATTENTION USERS OF; AT THE END OF NORMAL LIFE,
EN 3 This camcorder is designed to be used withPAL-type colour television signals. It cannot beused for playback with a television of a differentstandard. However, live recording andviewfinder playback are possible anywhere.Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BN-V25U batterypacks and, to recharge them, the prov...
Page 4 - REMEMBER; The Logical Choice; The only compact video; PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
4 EN REMEMBER Programme AE with SpecialEffects ( Z pg. 20, 21) n Auto Mode Lock n Auto Mode Release n Electronic Fog Filter n ND Effect n Sepia n Twilight n Sports n 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter n 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter Random Assemble Editing( Z pg. 37 – 39) Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom( Z p...
Page 5 - Using the battery pack; QUICK OPERATION GUIDE; SUPPLY POWER
EN 5 3 4 2 1 1 3 2 Using the battery pack 1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to thecamcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 6) 2 Push in the battery pack until it locks intoplace. To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the batterypack. QUICK OPERATION GUIDE 1 Slide the LENS COVER...
Page 6 - GETTING STARTED; Power; CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK; USING THE BATTERY PACK; ATTACH BATTERY PACK
6 EN 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 otherequipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PAC...
Page 7 - USING A CAR BATTERY; USING AC POWER
EN 7 NOTES: ● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode andthe frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs. ● Charging times noted on page 6 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fullycharged ba...
Page 8 - SWITCH OFF POWER
8 EN 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 t...
Page 9 - SELECT MODE; START CLOCK OPERATION
EN 9 SET CANCEL 1 . 1 . 0 0 1 2 : 0 0 GAIN UP S.LX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME END :MENU KEY Date/Time Setting SELECT MODE 1 First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn thePROGRAM AE select dial to any position exceptAUTO LOCK. ACCESS MENU S...
Page 10 - Tape Length Setting; SET TAPE LENGTH; Recording Mode Setting; SET RECORDING MODE
10 EN SP LP SP T30 T30 T45 T60 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tapeused. SET TAPE LENGTH 1 Press T30•45•60 until the required indicationappears in the LCD monitor or the veiwfinder. T30 =30 minutes of recording time, T45 = 45 minutes,and...
Page 11 - Loading/Unloading A Cassette; OPEN LCD MONITOR; CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
EN 11 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 Loading/Unloading A Cassette OPEN LCD MONITOR 1 Slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitorto an angle of over 45 degrees. OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER 2 Press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use forceto open. INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE 3 Make sure the label is facing outward. CLOSE...
Page 12 - Grip Adjustment; Viewfinder Adjustment
12 EN 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 the Vel...
Page 13 - Shoulder Strap Attachment; ATTACH STRAP; ADJUST LENGTH; Tripod Mounting; ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
EN 13 Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left, thread the strapthrough the top of the eyelet 1 , then fold it back and thread it through the keeper 2 , and then through the buckle 3 . Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,ma...
Page 14 - RECORDING; Basic Recording; LOAD A CASSETTE; Shooting while watching the viewfinder; ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
14 EN RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listedbelow. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( Z pg. 6) ● Tape Length Setting ( Z pg. 10) ● Recording Mode Setting ( Z pg. 10) ● Grip Adjustment ( Z pg. 12) LOAD A CASSETTE 1 First slide MONITOR OPEN and ...
Page 15 - STOP RECORDING
EN 15 STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stoprecording. • The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. NOTES: ● When the power switch is set to CAMERA and the LCDmonitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, theLCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switch...
Page 16 - Shooting while watching the LCD monitor
16 EN RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.) Shooting while watching the LCD monitor Before the following steps, perform step 1 ( Z pg. 14). ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE 2 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Slide theLENS COVER open/close switch to open the lenscover, then set the power switch to CAMER...
Page 17 - Journalistic shooting; TILT LCD MONITOR; Brightness control; ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
EN 17 Journalistic shooting In some situations different angles of shooting may berequired for more dramatic results. OPEN LCD MONITOR 1 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. TILT LCD MONITOR 2 Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenientdirection. • The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (...
Page 18 - Basic Features
18 EN RECORDING Basic Features FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: Varies the focal length of the lensand produces the zoom in/out effect. OPERATION: Zoom In1) Push the power zoom lever down towards “T”. Zoom Out1) Push the lever up towards “W”. NOTES: ● The further the power zoom leveris pushed, the faster t...
Page 19 - Video Light; SET VIDEO LIGHT; DANGER
EN 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 OFF/AUTO/ON 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 se...
Page 20 - Advanced Features; Programme AE With Special Effects
20 EN Dial LCD monitor/ Mode symbol Viewfinder indication Electronic Fog FilterMakes the picture look misty white, as when anexternal fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens theimage and gives it a “fancy“ look. ND EffectA black mist darkens the picture, as when an NDfilter is used. Helps to cou...
Page 21 - Exposure Control
EN 21 + 02 + 06 – 06 Dial LCD monitor/ Mode symbol Viewfinder indication SepiaThe scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect ofan older movie. Use together with Wide ( Z pg. 24) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywoodmovie. TwilightDusk, twilight ...
Page 22 - Focusing; Auto Focus
22 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) 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 subjects overlap i...
Page 23 - Manual Focus; To nearer subject; LOCK FOCUS; RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE
EN 23 Manual Focus NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinderadjustments ( Z pg. 12). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. SELECT MODE 1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any positionexcept AUTO LOCK. ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject . . . 2 Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus ...
Page 24 - Fader; Wide
24 EN FADE FADE RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) FADE IN FADE OUT Function indication LCD monitor orviewfinder Fade-Standbyindication SET button SEL. button PROGRAM AE select dial LCD monitor or viewfinder Wide mode Fader This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to blackblank screen. Fade-...
Page 25 - Instant Titles; DISPLAY; Character Generator
EN 25 Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You cansuperimpose one of them or a previously stored title asshown in the illustration to the left. DISPLAY SELECT MODE 1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any positionexcept AUTO LOCK. SELECT FUNCTION 2 Engage the Record-Standb...
Page 26 - Date/Time Character Insert; CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE; AUTO DATE RECORD
26 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Date/Time Character Insert This feature allows you to display date, time and charactersin the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connectedcolour monitor, record them manually or automatically, andeven make your own titles. NOTE: You should already have p...
Page 27 - MWB
EN 27 M.W.B. MWB No indication (Auto) MWB Manual White Balance Adjustment(M.W.B.) This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature systemsenses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting forautomatic white balance adjustment. However, precisecolour adjustment is not possible under the followingcond...
Page 28 - Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment; CLOSE MENU
28 EN PAUSE GAIN UP S.LX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTERDATE/TIME END :MENU KEY GAIN UP NORM TELE MACRO ON INTERVAL TIMER 1MIN REC TIME 1/2S JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTERDATE/TIME END :MENU KEY Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped w...
Page 29 - MENU
EN 29 MENU S.LX To record a subject in a dark lit environment. When it is moreconvenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even ifthe picture becomes slightly coarse. Automatically selectedwhen the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCKmode. (S.LX: Super LoLux) NORM To record a subject ...
Page 30 - ACCESS MENU SCREEN
30 EN 1MIN1/2S GAIN UP S.LX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTERDATE/TIME END :MENU KEY OFF 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN OFF 1/4S 1/2S 1S RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Self-Timer You can set the delay between pressing the RecordingStart/Stop button and the actual st...
Page 31 - Animation
EN 31 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. NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standbymode and the recording mode is set to “SP” bef...
Page 32 - PLAYBACK; Basic Playback; Rewind or Fast-forward the tape; ADJUST VOLUME
32 EN PLAYBACK Basic Playback LOAD A CASSETTE 1 First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCDmonitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. Press EJECTto open the cassette holder, then insert the cassettewith the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure theholder is closed and locked. SELECT MODE 2 Make sure the...
Page 33 - Features
EN 33 FEATURE: Manual Tracking PURPOSE: To eliminate noise bars that appearon the screen during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press either +/– button as many times as necessary for best picture. NOTES: ● To reset TRACKING to the originalpreset, press both + and – buttonssimultaneously. ● Manual Tracking m...
Page 34 - CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR; Basic Connections; VCR
34 EN 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 to the left, c...
Page 35 - Using The Cassette Adapter; INSERT BATTERY
EN 35 + PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter 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. INSERT BATTERY ...
Page 36 - EDITING; Tape Dubbing
36 EN EDITING Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT 1 Following the illustration to the 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 Engag...
Page 37 - SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR; OPERATE THE VCR; IMPORTANT; MAKE CONNECTIONS; VCR OTHER THAN TYPE
EN 37 SET REMOTE/VCR CODE Before operation, make sure the lithium battery isinstalled in the remote control RM-V704U or RM-V700U( Z pg. 40). SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR 1 Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remotetoward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring tothe VCR CODE LIST on the left...
Page 38 - SELECT SCENES
38 EN A B 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“PLAY”. PREPARE VCR 3 Tur...
Page 39 - AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR; ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE; SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL
EN 39 1 3 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder) 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 Press EDIT on the camcorder, ...
Page 40 - USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT; Installing The Battery; PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
40 EN 1 2 345 6789 0 ! # @ $%^ & USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT BUTTONS FUNCTIONS With the camcorder’s power switch With the camcorder ’s power switch set to “CAMERA”. set to “PLAY”. 1 PAUSE IN Connector — Z pg. 38 2 Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal. transmitting window 3 MBR SET Button — Z pg...
Page 42 - Insert Editing; RESET COUNTER
42 EN M-1:23:45 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) 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-V704U or RM-V700U ...
Page 43 - Audio Dubbing; ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY; BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING
EN 43 M-0:05:20 e 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. 42) before continuing. • The sound comes from the built-in microphone. FIND EDIT-IN POINT 1 Press REW to go a little beyond the...
Page 44 - USER MAINTENANCE; After Use; CLEAN EXTERIOR
44 EN USER MAINTENANCE After Use 1 Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off thecamcorder. 2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then removethe cassette. 3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressingPUSH. 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor. 5 Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack....
Page 45 - TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM
EN 45 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. 6). ● The battery pack is not charged ( Z pg. 6). ● The power supply has not been correctly connected( ...
Page 46 - OTHER
46 EN 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 Charger, etc.) and cl...
Page 47 - LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications; LCD monitor/Viewfinder
EN 47 % * Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the batterypack’s remaining power level:“ ”. When the power is almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unitshuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fullycharged one.(Note: The symbol containing 3 darkenedsquares —...
Page 48 - Controls; r t
48 EN INDEX Controls E y T Q R e 2 4 6 0 ! 3 5 7 9 q * ( ) w r t f o u i ^ O & W a P s p U I Y 8 1 @ $ % # d
Page 50 - Terms
50 EN INDEX Terms A AC Power Adapter ................................. pg. 7Animation Recording ............................. pg. 31, 41Audio Dubbing ...................................... pg. 43Auto Date Record .................................. pg. 26Auto Focus .......................................
Page 51 - CAUTIONS; To prevent damage and prolong service; General Batter y Precautions
EN 51 CAUTIONS Video Light • The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon afterturning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since itremains extremely hot. ...
Page 52 - Main Unit; This camcorder features a built-in head; Cassettes
52 EN CAUTIONS (cont.) Main Unit 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 objectswhen not in use. .... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the ...
Page 53 - LCD monitor; Be aware of the following phenomena for; SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS
EN 53 3. Taking care of your “C” format video cassette tapes..• Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position, complete in their cassette cases. • During transportation, always store cassettes in their cassette cases. 4. Check recorded information at regular intervals. If the camcorder is eq...
Page 54 - SPECIFICATIONS
54 EN AUDIO Output : –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm (via AUDIO out connector) Speaker : 20 mm round x 1, monaural AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER(AA-V11EA) Power requirement : AC 110 to 240 V ` , 50/60 HZ Power consumption : 23 W Output Charge : DC 8.5 V , 1.3 A VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A Charging system : Constant c...
