Focus Lock - JVC GR-SZ5000 Instructions Manual

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Table Of Contents

Table of Contents

These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV

Main Unit

1 second later, the mode is activated.

CHG. (charge) indicator

Interval Timer

SELECT

REW/FF

SYMPTOM

instruction manuals.

Record-Standby

indicator

COUNTER R/M

STOP

CANCEL

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

Zoom-in

POWER

30•45•60

Sepia

Rec Time

POWER

A. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible

.... open the camcorder's chassis.

Normal

tape length

indicator

.... disassemble or modify the unit.

indicator

No power is supplied.

select button

only with regular video signal

.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not

END

in use.

indicator

STOP

Viewfinder

Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL

.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects

Lock hole

Record

to enter the unit.

The power suddenly goes off and

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

doesn't come back on by itself.

(provided)

power supply while the power is on.

Record-Standby

.... leave the battery pack attached when the

PROGRAM AE select dial

camcorder is not in use.

FAR

Recording Start/Stop button

VCR CODE LIST

Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL

RECORDING

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

REFRESH switch

SET

output audio select button

VCR BRAND

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or

BUTTONS

FAR

NAME

(A) (B)

Recording cannot be performed.

dust.

jack cover*

AUTO

Charge marker

PAUSE

.... in places subject to soot or steam such as

–

AKAI

APS ON

near a cooking stove.

** CHARGE MARKER

Title

.... in places subject to excessive shock or

A charge marker is provided on

Recording does not start.

vibration.

the battery pack to help you

Viewfinder Indications

BLAUPUNKT

Ga in Up

B. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible

.... near a television set.

remember whether it has been

Set POWER to "CAMERA".

Te l e Ma cr o

Power zoom lever

FERGUSON

P. STABILIZER

PLAYBACK

POWER

charged or not. Two colors are

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic

Cassette Warning/Remaining

Int er v al Ti m e r

with Y/C signal

Date display

Time display Date/Time display

provided (red and black)—you

or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting

Tape Time ..........................................

Re c Ti m e

choose which one means

FAR

antennas, etc.).

JL I P I D NO .

When no cassette is inserted: the Cassette (

The tape is running, but there's no

Date-off mode

charged and which means

Ta l l y

GRUNDIG

.... in places subject to extremely high (over

Warning blinks.

playback picture.

RM-V704U or

M-0:23:45

(No indication)

discharged.

S e t Cha r a c te r

40°C) or extremely low (under 0°C)

When Erase Protection tab is not in the position

RM-V700U (provided)

Da t e/ Ti m e

temperatures.

that allows recording: the Cassette (

HITACHI

The characters you have set using Character

lights. Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

E N D :MENU KE Y

Generator

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

Noise bars appear in the playback

Compact video cassette

PROGRAM AE select dial

FAR NEAR

displayed.

.... in places of over 50°C.

(provided)

JVC

picture (or Hi-Fi audio sound).

–

PROGRAM AE Indicator ................

.... in places where humidity is extremely low

Viewfinder

Tally lamp

Playback picture is blurred or

Displayed at 2 for approx. 1 second when the

Date display

No indication

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

Recording format indicator

interrupted.

BUTTONS

Ga in Up

PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one

QUICK REC

.... in direct sunlight.

MITSUBISHI

Controls

: S-VHS

Te l e Ma cr o

position to another. Then only the indicator

.... in a closed car in summer.

The counter indication is blurred

Int er v al Ti m e r

No indication: regular VHS

remains at 8 .

.... near a heater.

during Still playback.

Gai n Up

Re c Ti m e

Diopter Adjustment ............................

jack cover*

NEC

Tele M ac r o

Fade/Wipe Standby Indicator ........

COMPATIBILITY BETWEEN S-VHS AND VHS

JL I P I D NO .

PAUSE IN Connector

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

Tape was played back on VCR using

• QUICK REC Button .........................

In t er va l Ti m e r

HiFi

Displayed at 2 for approx. 2 seconds when the

Ta l l y

R ec Ti m e

.... allow it to become wet.

cassette adapter but picture could

• Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL Output Audio

Infrared beam

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PANASONIC

M-0:23:45

S e t Cha r a c te r

Recording

Fade/Wipe is switched from one function to

JLIP I D NO.

transmitting window

.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

not be viewed.

Select Button ...................................

Da t e/ Ti m e

Tally

another by pressing the SET button. Then only

Recording safety hole

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

Power Zoom Lever ............................

MBR SET Button

S et C h ar a ct er

Time display

the indicator remains at 9 .

C. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V

D at e/ Ti m e

E N D :MENU KE Y

during transportation.

Blank tape

Camcorder

BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch .........

INT. TIME Button

TAPE TRANSPORT

Program Manager Function

.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

input (RCA type) connectors

Recording Start/Stop Button ................

E N D : M ENU KEY

REC TIME Button

Indication ..........................................

objects for long periods.

Tape counter

POWER Switch .............................

Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is

The tape stops during fast-forward or

FF Button

.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the

–

set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.

rewind.

STOP Button ......................................

sun.

1/2s

REW Button

Output audio indicator

S-VHS-C cassette

Recording Format Indicator ................

Tape Length [30•45•60]

.... carry it by holding the viewfinder.

SELECT

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot

10:45:56

PAUSE Button

HiFi

Select Button ......................................

Mix

Normal

Tape Length Display ..........................

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

To brighten the image

be performed.

Set POWER to "CAMERA".

PLAY Button

COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]

strap.

PAUSE

Zoom Indicator Bar ............................

Date/Time display

START/STOP Button

Button ................................................

5min

1min

5. This camcorder features a built-in head

Recording Indicator ...........................

EDIT Button .......................................

VISS Button

cleaner which automatically cleans the

Picture Stabilizer Indicator ..................

–

R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...................

ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

ATTENTION:

heads and head drum when a cassette is

Interval Time/Recording Time

VHS-C cassette

•S-VHS/VHS Recording Format

VCR CTL Button

Indicator ............................................

loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads

Before detaching the power source, make

Select Button ...................................

become dirty and cause blurriness or

A.DUB Button

•Record–Standby Mode Indicator ......

sure that the camcorder's power is turned

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10:45:56

If "Gain Up" or "Tele Macro" in the Menu

jack cover*

•R.A.EDIT Button ..............................

•Lens Cover Warning:

interruption in the playback picture,

Playback

off. Failure to do so can result in a

STOP Button

has been changed from the factory settings,

•R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button .................

LENS COVER ..................................

camcorder malfunction.

consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The pictures recorded with the camcorder can be viewed in playback by directly connecting it t

this mark appears in the viewfinder.

INSERT Button

SET

•AUTO PAUSE Button .......................

•Auto Pause System Indicator ............

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

can also be played back using a VCR.

R.A.EDIT Buttons

Instant Titles Display ..........................

(provided)

PROGRAM AE select dial

*jack cover: When connecting the cables, open the jack cover.

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Date/Time Character Display ..............

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

S-VHS/VHS recording

Wide mode

PLAY/PAUSE

format select button

Marks

After 1 sec.

REW

Focus detection zone

Upside down

1min

To AC outlet

18min

MBR SET

1/2s

REC

IN/OUT

VCR CTL

R.A. EDIT

PLAY/PAUSE

Release tab

Zoom-out

Record-Standby

1min

Down

VCR

Red to AUDIO R

1/2s

Zoom indicator

White to AUDIO L

NEAR

bar

Merry Christmas

REFRESH indicator

Yellow to VIDEO

Zoom level

VCR BRAND

BUTTONS

NEAR

Compartment door

. 12.

NAME

(A) (B)

Disp.

indicator

–

PHILIPS

APS ON

APS OFF

5 6

NO R M

AUTO PAUSE

O FF

Title indication

O FF

NEAR

0 7

Auto Date Record

Happy Birthday

Mark

Tape length indicator

SANYO

O N

Tape counter

mode

Yellow: not connect

Happy Holidays

SELECO, REX

) Warning

Sliding latch

REW

Insert editing indicator

Our Family

PROGRAM AE

POWER

SHARP

Red to AUDIO R

Recording format

select dial

PLAY

indicator

Movie Star

White to AUDIO L

ON/OFF

Auto Date Record mode

Reels

SONY

O FF

Party Time

Hook on.

S-VIDEO cable

VCR REC STBY

VIDEO OUT

O N

With the camcorder 's power switch set to

(provided)

1 m i n

CANCEL

"CAMERA".

Merry Christmas

NO RM

1 / 2 s

O F F

IN/OUT

0 7

THOMSON,

O F F

Tape running indicator

O N

Wedding Day

TELEFUNKEN,

OF F

Transmits the beam signal.

Auto Date

: Playback

SABA,

0 7

: Fast-Forward/

O N

NORDMENDE

Congratulations

Auto date record mode

OUT

Forward Search

TOSHIBA

Recorded tape

: Rewind/Reverse

Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (

The characters you

Push in.

Animation/Time-Lapse (

have set using

: Still Playback

pg. 11, 32

Character Generator

Exposure level indicator

Retake (forward) (

BATT. RELEASE

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1/4s

Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (

OFF

S-VHS

Auto date record

recordings

executed

Red to AUDIO R

Characters

Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.

White to AUDIO L

30s

15s

OFF

START/STOP

Index Code marking (

Yellow to VIDEO

p ( When the S-VIDEO cable is not used. )[

REW

Zoom in and out (

VHS recordings

PAUSE

VIDEO OUT

INSERT

I LIKE YOU

PLAY

To darken the image

Example of stored

characters

RECORDING

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RECORDING

PLAYBACK

Programme AE With Special Effec

Focusing

Picture Stabilizer

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/

Power

Tape Length Setting

Self-Timer

Wide

Date/Time Character Insert

Insert Editing

Random Assemble Editing [R.A. Edit]

Cassette Adapter

Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

NOTE:

SELECT SCENES

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this

Grip Adjustment

About moisture condensation . . .

FEATURE:

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

camcorder from a distance as well as the basic

•You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into

Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in

Set the tape length according to the length of the tap

This camcorder's 3-way power supply system lets yo

This feature allows you to record black bars at the top

PURPOSE:

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

This feature compensates for unstable images caused

This battery is necessary for clock operation and to

Auto Focus

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER

You can record a new scene and new Hi-Fi audio into a

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the

Use this to play back a S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette

You can set the delay between pressing Recording Start/

This feature allows you to display date, time and characters

This camcorder is equipped with Program Manager, an

operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your

EXPAND LOOP

a glass will cause drops of water to form on the

"Basic Connections" (

choose the most appropriate source of power.

used.

and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like

camera-shake, particularly noticeable at high

perform date/time settings.

shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dia

previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the

source player. You can select up to 8 "cuts" for automatic

recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with

in your viewfinder and on a connected color monitor,

easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many

Stop and the actual start of recording. If you secure the

VCR. This remote control unit makes additional

glass' outer surface. This same phenomenon

DISPLAY

The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers continuo

Separate the Velcro strip.

"wide-screen" effect.

Disp.

NOTES:

magnification.

original recording with minimal picture distortion at the

editing, in any order you like. R.A. Edit is more easily

any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U

camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the

of the more detailed camcorder settings.

record them manually or automatically, and even make

LOAD A CASSETTE

recording functions possible.

occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it

SET TAPE LENGTH

shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,

SWITCH OFF POWER

SELECT MODE

The battery pack has not been attached correctly

in- and out-points. The original audio on the normal

performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote RM-

adapter is battery powered and automatically performs

camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.

your own titles.

OPERATION:

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the

c No function is available without power supply.

SELECT MODE

is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after

correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations

SELECT MODE

ACTIVATE PICTURE STABILIZER

(

pg. 4).

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

Press 30•45•60 until the required indication

tape loading and unloading.

V704U or RM-V700U) is set to operate with your brand

audio track remains unchanged.

counter display appears in the viewfinder and the

Switch off the unit's power and remove the powe

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbo

NOTE:

INSERT HAND

Sepia

c Use only specified power supply.

heating a cold room, under extremely humid

listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):

NOTE:

Installing The Battery

The battery pack is not charged (

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to

OPERATION:

appears in the veiwfinder. 30 = 30 minutes of

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed

screen of the connected TV.

Press P.STABILIZER . "

supply unit.

of the function you want is aligned with the mark

c Do not use provided power supply units with other

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

conditions or in a place directly subjected to the

NOTE:

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode

INSERT BATTERY

The power supply has not been correctly connected

ensure the holder is closed and locked.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp

recording time, 45 = 45 minutes, and 60 = 60

except AUTO LOCK.

by operating the VCR manually.

You should already have performed the Date/Time

equipment.

except AUTO LOCK.

cool air from an air conditioner.

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

before performing the following steps.

•When illumination is low.

(

AUTO

pg. 5).

grip.

OPEN COVER

minutes.

•To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press

•The selected mode's name and its indication are

Use the RM-V704U or RM-V700U remote control unit to perform

Setting procedure (

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install

•Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

SELECT MODE

SELECT FUNCTION

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

this procedure.

PAUSE

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

P.STABILIZER . The indicator disappears.

displayed in the viewfinder for approx.

continuing.

Pull out the battery holder according to the type of

The battery pack has completely discharged.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

one "R6(AA)" size battery as shown in the

Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of the scene

damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal

Open the clock battery compartment cover while

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour

NOTE:

Set the Power switch to "PLAY". The Power On

1 second. Then the name disappears, and only

remote control unit you have.

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,

APS ON

illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.

SUPPLY POWER

you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.

damage to the camcorder itself.

pressing the release tab.

A/V cable

SELECT MODE

Press MENU.

DISPLAY

wall, or a clear, blue sky.

NOTES:

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

indicator lights.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

indication remains. The mode is activated.

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily ope

then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If

The tape remaining time (

White to AUDIO L

The data appears under IN on the display.

(provided)

NOTES:

TAPE END

Type

: Pull out the battrery holder while sliding

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfind

Connect the charger's AC power cord to a wall

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

Set the Power switch to "PLAY".

except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release

the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom

SELECT MODE

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing

viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length ha

it still doesn't come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

c Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand

Serious malfunctioning

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

the lock hole.

PLAYBACK

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identica

outlet. The power indicator lights.

Red to AUDIO R

mode is selected, only the mode's name is

lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

SELECT FUNCTION

been selected.

shake is excessive, or under the following condition

toward the VCR's infrared sensor. Then, referring to

Type

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

SET INTERVAL TIME

: Pinch the release tab and pull out the

Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the

patterns that are regularly repeated.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

displayed. Then the name disappears and the

Press SET.

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in

• When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR

door, then insert the cassette and close the

Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and

battery holder.

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

Yellow to VIDEO

battery and the compartment (

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

Press + or – to place the highlight bar on the desired

except AUTO LOCK.

mode is activated.

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

the viewfinder and the connected TV.

stripes

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

10 : 45 : 56

SET, and press button (A) and then (B).

Shoulder Strap Attachment

press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under

compartment door.

Recording Format Setting

battery out.

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

function.

The recording tape's Erase Protection tab is missing.

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

INSERT BATTERY

Play back the tape, locate the point and press

"Interval Timer", then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

• When shooting dark or dim subjects

RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN

SELECT DISPLAY

OUT on the display. The total time of the registered

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast

STOP PLAYBACK

NOTES:

Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have

PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

direction of the arrow until it locks in place.

PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

through the choices. Stop when the desired time

• When shooting subjects with excessive backlightin

•The code is automatically set once you release the

When using an S-VHS-C cassette, set to either of the

MAKE SETTING

INSERT BATTERY

scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

ATTACH STRAP

background.

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

sliding tabs. In this case, check the position of the tab.)

The CHG. indicator lights.

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

Press SET again while "

appears. Choose from "15s", "30s", "1min", "5min",

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

c Only one effect can be engaged at a time.

recording formats.

• When shooting scenes with movement in various

Press STOP.

RESET COUNTER

battery (CR2025)* into the battery holder.

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

For Your Maintenance

Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert a CR2025

The setting procedure depends on the function you

* The low-contrast warning " " appears in the

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap

NOTES:

or select to turn the function "OFF".

c The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade

directions

The camcorder Power switch has not been set to

DETACH BATTERY PACK

tape back as you would any other.

OPERATE THE VCR

lithium battery and push it in.

select.

viewfinder.

through the top of the eyelet

SET RECORDING FORMAT

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than

• When shooting scenes with low-contrast

Wipe (

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

pg. 21) is used in the Sepia mode.

"CAMERA" (

pg. 11).

CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE

CLOSE MENU

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene (as

1. After Use

2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for

and thread it through the keeper

When charging is completed, the END indicator

c The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed

backgrounds

If you select Gain Up, Tele Macro, Interval Timer,

Focus Lock

REMOVE CASSETTE FROM

Make sure the VCR's power is on. Then, while

Press S-VHS/VHS button until the required

CLOSE COVER

many as 8).

less than 1 second and make sure "M" appears in

Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn

Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit,

through the buckle

Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

c Switch off Picture Stabilizer when recording with th

Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted situations.

Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through

lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the directio

Rec Time, JLIP ID NO. or Tally. . . .

Press MENU.

holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for

indication appears in the viewfinder.

ADAPTER

the viewfinder.

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

This feature locks the focus in place, which is especia

off the camcorder.

and push the holder until it clicks into place.

Instant Titles

pg. 11

attach the other end of the strap to the other eye

Changes as follows according to the battery pack's

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in plac

of the arrow.

the modes as shown in the illustration at left.

c In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture

camcorder on a tripod.

.... press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices

MAKE CORRECTIONS

the desired function. The functions the remote can

: Super VHS

helpful in the following situations:

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then

)

* Read the caution concerning lithium batteries

making sure the strap isn't twisted.

remaining power level: "

The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.

colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by

until the desired setting appears.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR

T : Regular VHS

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

remove the cassette.

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can

START DELAYED RECORDING

•When things pass between your subject and the

(

When the power is almost gone, the indicator

pg. 2).

If A/V connection is used, the TV's VIDEO/TV switch has

BATT. PACK

alternating discharge-type light sources such as

automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on

REC STBY (you don't need to press VCR CTL for this

during Stop mode.

If you select Set Character or Date/Time, . . .

NOTES:

Exposure Control

ADJUST LENGTH

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

most recently registered point.

superimpose one of them above a previously stored title

camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock yo

blinks, then the unit shuts off. Replace the

not been set to VIDEO.

flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.

BN-V12U

Yellow: not connect

NOTE:

the underside of the adapter as shown in the

one).

.... press NEAR to access the selection menu for

Press Recording Start/Stop. The tally lamp begins

scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the

PUSH.

A/V cable

as shown in the illustration to the left.

NOTE:

subject in before recording.

battery pack with a fully charged one.

The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.

The selected display can be recorded.

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left

NOTE:

illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.

BN-V22U

each function (Set Character –

recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the

blinking, and the blinking frequency increases about

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best

You're now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

Super VHS recordings cannot be made on VHS-C tape

(provided)

Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery

•When you want your subject to be focused, and to

(Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened

If you don't want to record the display, select Date-off

slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to

See "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" (

NOTES:

point where the new scene should start.

Manual Tracking has not been performed (

Time –

DISPLAY

5 seconds before recording is to start. Once

available picture quality, but you can override and m

BN-V25U

The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5

pack.

appear in a corner of the screen. First, center on the

squares —

mode before shooting.

NOTES:

prevent slipping

on safe handling of lithium batteries.

White to AUDIO L

IMPORTANT

the adjustment manually.

recording begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays

minutes in Stop mode or Still Playback mode. To turn on

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to

The RM-V704U/V700U can be used to operate other

FEATURE:

subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then enga

that the battery pack is fully charged.)

SELECT MODE

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

If you want to delete the display during shooting, press

CLOSE MENU

pg. 16

lit.

During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the

again, set the Power switch to "POWER OFF", then to

close the lens cover.

camcorder functions as well. Point the RM-V704U/

The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and

the focus lock function and move the camcorder unt

PURPOSE:

SELECT repeatedly until "

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Red to AUDIO R

Focus Indicator ..................................

SELECT MODE

Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing

reels for safety and tape protection.

Tripod Mounting

Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

"PLAY".

Viewfinder Adjustment

V700U at the camcorder's remote sensor and press any

nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

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

the subject is where you want it.

SET.

FUNCTIONS

2. Cleaning The Camcorder

Exposure Level Indicator .....................

To Release Self-Timer . . .

INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert mode

Tapes recorded in S-VHS cannot be played back on

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

except AUTO LOCK.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

of the following buttons (function appears in

or may offer limited functions.

To recall the display, press SET again.

CLEAN EXTERIOR

is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed

This is normal.

White Balance Mode Indicator ...........

Select the Audio Playback Soundtrack.

regular VHS VCRs.

SELECT MODE

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press Recording

POSITION VIEWFINDER

except AUTO LOCK.

parentheses):

at appears on the screen, go to the next step.

OPERATION:

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

SELECT FUNCTION

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

NOTES:

(

During special-effect playback (slow motion, still

Menu Setting Change Indicator ...........

pg. 6

REW Button .......................................

Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then set "Interval

— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)

AUTO DATE RECORD

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

battery pack in until it locks in place.

CLEAN LENS

pg. 21

Press the Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL audio output select button

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewabil

BRIGHTEN IMAGE

NOTE:

—

frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button .......

)

Timer" to "OFF".

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Index Code Marking ..........................

pg. 14

Tapes recorded in S-VHS cannot be played back on

— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)

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

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

except AUTO LOCK.

tripod with the camera's mounting socket and stu

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently

so that the required indication appears in the viewfinder.

(see illustration at left).

appear on the screen.

Your camcorder automatically records the date for about

regular VHS VCRs (

FF Button ...........................................

— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Clock Warning

The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.

Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level

Playback

hole. Then tighten the screw.

with lens cleaning paper.

Press Recording Start/Stop. When the counter

5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following

•HiFi

To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the

: Outputs Hi-Fi stereo sound from the AUDIO

pg. 32

Connect camcorder directly either to VCR or to TV, then

There must be at least one second between an in-point

RETAKE F Button ................................

LOCK FOCUS

Some brands of VCR don't come on automatically. In

Once the power is turned on and the indicator

SELECT PRESET TITLE

SELECT MODE

indicator appears in the viewfinder.

reaches "0:00:00", editing stops automatically and

REMOVE EYEPIECE

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack

situations:

adapter, cover the adapter's recording safety hole with

OUT connectors. Use this setting for normal

playback can be performed on camcorder (

and its corresponding out-point.

pg. 12

—

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

blinks for about 10 seconds, perform the date

PLAY/PAUSE Button ...........................

the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

OR . . .

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull

Press FAR or NEAR . The focus lock indication " "

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

•After changing the date.

adhesive tape.

use.

Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to

Cassette adapter

To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds

If the RM-V704U/V700U is not able to control the

and time settings (

pg. 4

SELECT Button ...................................

pg. 41)

it out.

appears in the viewfinder.

•Mix

•After loading a cassette.

: Outputs both Hi-Fi stereo sound and

END INSERT EDITING

cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is

open between scenes.

VCR, use the controls on the VCR.

DARKEN IMAGE

complete, turn the power off and disconnect the

pg. 11

SET Button .........................................

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

pg. 41)

pg. 21

•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing

longitudinal audio sound (normal audio) from

displayed.

Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points

power source. If you re-connect it and turn the

RELEASE FOCUS LOCK

Press STOP.

ADJUST DIOPTER

Remove dust using a blower brush.

Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level

PROGRAM AE Select Dial ..................

BATT. PACK

The Counter Memory Function has been activated

SET.

the AUDIO OUT connectors.

pg. 13)

or out-points.

power on and the indicator is blinking, that

RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

indicator appears in the viewfinder.

NOTES:

(

pg. 32

(

In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with

•Normal : Outputs only longitudinal audio sound

pg. 33).

Multi-Function Control

Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock

BN-V12U

Turn the diopter adjustment control until the

If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point,

pg. 13)

means that the clock (lithium) battery is either

Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and

pg. 8

"Auto Date".

• Exposure +/– ...................................

(normal audio) from the AUDIO OUT

When you want to return to the factory setting .

indication disappears.

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

the VCR's Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing

BN-V22U

To delete the Instant Titles during recording, press

not installed or has discharged. Install, or replace

The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

—

turn it clockwise.

NOTES:

• Focus FAR/NEAR .............................

connectors.

pg. 8

A/V cable

pg. 8

doesn't take place.

the old battery with, a new one (

SELECT repeatedly until "

BN-V25U

NOTES:

RESTORE INITIAL SETTING

—

(provided)

• Menu Setting Change .......................

Pressing R.A. EDIT clears all in- and out-points from

pg. 12

SET.

After step 5, Retake (

NOTES:

• Tape End Display: TAPE END ...........

NOTES:

( ) : when the video light is on.

Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the

• Tracking +/– ....................................

pg. 33

memory.

Press + and – simultaneously. The standard setting

White to AUDIO L in

The tape may stop slightly before or after the

To recall a title, press SET again.

pg. 11

Appears when the end of the tape is reached

c If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing

Auto Date Record mode, and disables all other modes.

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as

)

MENU Button ....................................

pg. 39

pg. 41)

Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to

designated end point, and noise bars may appear. Neither

immediately restored and the Exposure level

**REFRESH

during playback, recording or fast-forward.

pg. 20

not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a pie

In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes

benzine or alcohol.

indicates a defect in the unit.

ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

indicator disappears.

P. [Picture] STABILIZER Button ............

pg. 38

pg. 12)

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function th

• Condensation Warning:

of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occu

while you're shooting, the date indication is recorded

Cleaning should be done only after the battery

Only video and Hi-Fi audio signals are recorded in the Insert

PUSH Button .....................................

allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before

When this indication appears, all functions are

—

S-VIDEO cable

pg. 28

wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally

for about 5 seconds from that point. It is not recorded

Editing mode.

pack has been removed or other power units have

(provided)

recharging.

disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing

pg. 8

EJECT Switch ......................................

c When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-ou

Press Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL to select the required playback

—

pg. 11

during any other recordings made on that day.

been disconnected.

the power source) for a few hours, and when

pg. 38

first (

pg. 12). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode

audio soundtrack (

To discharge the battery . . .

Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

—

you turn it on again the indicator should

the camcorder could automatically zoom out

• HiFi

: You can hear the inserted sound.

pg. 38

..... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown

pg. 11

—

• Mix

disappear.

: You can hear the inserted sound and the original

depending on the distance between the camcorder

pg. 14

illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The

pg. 14

one on the prerecorded tape.

the subject. *When Tele Macro (

—

REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts,

pg. 22

• Normal : You can hear the original sound on the prerecorded

the camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

and goes out when discharging is complete.

tape.

pg. 24

GETTING STARTED

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTIONS

INDEX

EDITING

INDEX

Advanced Features (co

Basic Features (con

Advanced Featur

Basic Features

Using The Cassette Adapter

Advanced Features (cont.)

Basic Connections

Basic Playback

Auto Pause System

Zooming

To automatically stop recording

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or

pg. 30).

when the camcorder is pointed

an instantaneous change in image

down, preventing accidental

magnification.

recordings of the ground, your feet,

36X Hyper zoom

etc.

Digital circuitry doubles the

pg. 4).

1) Press AUTO PAUSE so that "APS

maximum 18x magnification offered

" appears in the viewfinder.

– 05

Cable Adapter

ON" appears in the viewfinder for

by optical zoom.

(provided)

MWB

2 seconds. When the camcorder is

pg. 7). If you haven't, do so before

1)To zoom in, slide the Zoom Lever

tilted down by a large degree from

toward "T".

its horizontal position during

INDEX

2)To zoom out, slide toward "W".

Wide

TV or VCR

recording, the Record-Standby

pg. 11) displayed in the

c During Hyper Zoom, the speed

mode is automatically engaged.

increases the further you slide the

During this, "AUTO" is displayed

Zoom Lever.

above "

PAUSE

c Focusing may become unstable

) and pull the

•To switch off the Auto Pause

Set to CVBS

during Hyper Zoom. In this case,

System, press

AUTO PAUSE

set the zoom while in Record–

again so that "APS OFF" appears

Standby, set manual focus or Focus

in the viewfinder for 2 seconds.

" appears.

Wide

Disp.

Lock (

pg. 18, 19), then zoom in

c The Auto Pause System is also

or out in Record mode.

, then fold it back

effective when the camcorder is

c The Zoom Level Indicator (

pointed up, or is positioned upside

moves during optical zoom. Once

. Repeat the procedure to

down.

the Zoom Level indicator reaches

c Auto Pause also works when the

the top of the zoom indicator bar,

camcorder is twisted by a large

all magnification from that point is

Cable Adapter

degree to the left or right.

CHARGE

through digital processing.

(provided)

c When you want to shoot in any of

approx. 1 hr. 10 min.

c During digital image processing,

the aforementioned positions, be

the quality of the image may suffer.

approx. 2 hrs. 10 min.

sure to switch off Auto Pause.

pg. 2) for information

(

) q w

pg. 7).

TV or VCR

approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.

— does not necessarily mean

Quick Rec

To record a scene for 5 seconds,

" appears then press

Disp.

providing quick scene transitions like

-IN

those seen in TV programmes.

With the camcorder's power switch set to

Set to Y/C

1) During Record–Standby, press and

"PLAY".

release QUICK REC . Recording

pg. 37

Title

starts, and after 5-second record-

pg. 8).

ing is finished, the camcorder

reenters the Record–Standby mode

pg. 36

automatically.

S-VHS VCR

pg. 7). After setting is

—

•To continue shooting longer than

5 seconds, press and hold

—

•The recorded format (S-VHS or

QUICK REC . Recording

APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME

FF/FF Shuttle Search (

VHS) is automatically detected

continues as long as

45 min. (30 min.)

when playlback begins.

Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (

is kept pressed.

To TV or VCR

1 hr. 40 min. (1 hr. 10 min.)

Pause (

pg. 33)

c The Fade/Wipe (

" appears then press

2 hrs. 5 min. (1 hr. 35 min.)

Regular VHS VCR

Title

Red to AUDIO R in

Playback start (

pg. 32)

be activated by pressing

pg. 13) can be performed.

REC.

c QUICK REC cannot be used during

• S-VHS recorded tapes cannot

—

Animation and Time-Lapse

be viewed on regular VHS VCRs.

Yellow to VIDEO in

—

(

pg. 29).

pg. 36

To S-VIDEO IN

Audio dubbing (

pg. 43)

pg. 32).

Stop (

pg. 32)

Insert Editing (

pg. 42)

pg. 27) is activated,

pg. 38

(cont.)

Viewfinder

Controls

(cont.)

(

" appears.

)

VCR

" appears.

5 ) only

, and then

DISCHARGE

approx. 3 hrs. 30 m

, then

approx. 7 hrs.

pg. 23; Date/

pg. 33).

approx. 10 hrs.

VCR

pg. 18

pg. 20

pg. 25

pg. 26

pg. 32

pg. 13

pg. 41

" appears.

pg. 32

pg. 13

pg. 30).

pg. 32

pg. 21

pg. 16

pg. 32)

QUICK REC

pg. 32)

pg. 20

pg. 21) cannot

pg. 18

pg. 6).

QUICK

pg. 26

pg. 11

pg. 33

pg. 26

VCR

pg. 20

pg. 9

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