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DIAL MODE

SYMBOL

SPECIFICATIONS

EDITING

CAUTIONS

RECORDING

PLAYBACK

Auto Mode L

Animation

A: Connection to a TV or VCR equipped

Tape remaining time indicator

GENERAL

DANGER:

NOTES:

ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)

[Ex. : Black Fader]

SELECT

SYMPTOM

Locks the ca

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

Format

with a SCART connector compatible

incorrect ope

25min

Video Light

Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of

FADE IN

Gain Up

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

Power source

OTHER

pressing duri

movement. This function allows you to shoot a

only with regular video signals

OUT

LOCK

Auto Lock

c Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battey pack, and discharging times are for fully

Power consumption

Viewfinder

• The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not

¥ In this mod

series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same

Transmitted beam

charged battery pack.

Light on

The tape won't eject.

touch it either while in operation or soon after

Fade/Wipe, W

object for a brief period of time.

NOTE:

effective area

c Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery

Light off

turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

White Balan

Some functions are not available.

Use the provided A/V cable and cable adapter.

pack.

Signal system

NOTE:

15°

• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

Exposure Co

c Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from

Video recording system

Vertical white lines appear when

immediately after using the video light, since it

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

Tele Macro

your camcorder.

shooting a very bright object.

Luminance

remains extremely hot.

mode before performing the following steps.

c Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.

TV/VCR

Power indicator

Colour

FAR

• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

FADE OUT

EDITED TAPE (VCR)

15°

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

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

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

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

LIGHT OFF

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear

Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL

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

Auto Mode R

To AUDIO

object.

A/V cable to the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors

in the viewfinder.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any

Function indication

When using the remote control, be sure to

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

PROGRAM AE select dial

Re-enables t

and VIDEO

• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

on the camcorder and to those on the cable

position except AUTO LOCK, then press

point it at the remote sensor. The above

PROGRAM AE select dial

An error number (i.e. E03) appears

unplugging the adapter's AC cord.

Hi-Fi audio record-

Mode Lock.

connectors

adapter, and then connect the cable adpter to

MENU.

PROGRAM

illustration shows the approximate transmitted

in the viewfinder.

STOP

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

ing system

RELEASE

the SCART connector on the VCR or TV.

Auto Release

Fade/Wipe

beam effective area for indoor use.

SET

General Battery Precautions

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

SET RECORDING TIME

Mosaic Fader

Gain Up

Erase protec

The transmitted beam may not be effective or

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

SET "Y/C"/"CVBS" SWITCH

Tele Macro

may cause incorrect operation outdoors or

• When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

–

c A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to

Interval Timer

The image is out of focus.

Set the "Y/C"/"CVBS" video out select switch

when the remote sensor is directly exposed to

not functioning even when correctly operated, the

Interval Timer

A/V cable

"Rec Time", then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

Electronic Fo

continue.

No. of audio channels

White balance

Rec Time

on the cable adapter to "CVBS".

sunlight or powerful lighting.

batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh

(provided)

through the choices. Stop when the desired

Makes the pi

JLIP ID NO.

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

mode indicator

To AUDIO

COUNTER R/M

ones.

Tally

time appears. Choose from "1/4s", "1/2s",

external fog

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

Cassette

and VIDEO

SUPPLY POWER

Set Character

• Use only the following batteries:

image and gi

A character generator title and the

"1s", "5s", or select to turn the function "OFF".

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

Tape speed

connectors

Interval Timer Indicator

FG : Fog

Date/Time

Turn on the camcorder, VCR and TV.

C-P6U or C-P7U .................... R6 (AA) size

date and time displays disappear

Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

Recording time

from the viewfinder.

To MIC

Max.

END :MENU KEY

Rec Time

Please make note of the following rules for battery

To AUDIO,

No indication (Auto)

START RECORDING

(capped)

SELECT MODE

–

FAR

use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.

VIDEO and

STOP

Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C

Press the Recording Start/Stop button after

The wrong date and time are

-IN

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

ND Effect

1. Refer to the instructions when replacing the

1min

INDEX

A/V cable

Operating humidity

focusing on the subject. The recording stops

displayed/recorded.

G a i n U p

connectors

TV to its VIDEO mode.

A black mist

1/2s

SET : MENU KEY

battery.

(provided)

Menu Screen

Storage temperature

automatically after the selected period of time.

T e le Ma c r o

POWER

A B C D E F G H I

2. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they

filter is used.

Int e r v a l T im er

Weight

If your VCR

J K L M N O P Q R S

R e c T i m e

the subject.

can leak or explode.

Even though the Lens Cover is open,

JLIP ID NO.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF

Off

B: Connection to a TV or VCR

Start/Stop button

Dimensions

ND : ND Effect

has the SCART

T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü

JL I P ID N O .

3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.

the Lens Cover Warning indicator

(No indication)

connector, use

Rec Time Indicator

T a l ly

À È Ò Ì Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &

PICTURES

equipped with a SCART connector

4. Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be

blinks.

' – / ! ? ¿

Se t C ha r a c t e r

the provided

: .

To AUDIO,

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL

D a t e /T im e

stored for an extended period to avoid battery

cable adapter.

Repeat step 3 for the desired number of

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

SELECT button

CAMERA

compatible with Y/C signals

When the camcorder is swung or

VIDEO and

Tally

leakage which can cause malfunctions.

pictures.

I L I

E N D : M E N U K E Y

shaken, a noise can be heard.

Connectors

-IN connectors

Pick up

Sepia

VCR (Recording deck)

NOTE:

End

Lens

Tally lamp

The scene be

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)

Set Character

Battery Packs

Use the Provided S-VIDEO cable, A/V cable and

If your VCR has the

(reddish-brow

Set "Rec Time" in the Menu screen to "OFF".

Connector.)

Player (JVC VCR)

SCART connector,

cable adapter.

an older mov

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

Date/Time

Set Time and

(Located beneath the jack cover)

use the provided

The supplied battery pack is a nickel-

for the authe

(provided)

SET : MENU KEY

Date Screen

cable adapter.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

• Connect the Editing Cable when performing

cadmium battery. Before using the

movie.

A B C D E F G H I

NOTES:

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,

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

Random Assemble Editing (

1 . 1. 0 0

supplied battery pack or an optional

Editing cable

Viewfinder

TV/VCR

J K L M N O P Q R S

NOTES:

R.A. EDIT

etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit

c A cassette holder can't be opened unless a power supply is attached.

•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device

battery pack, be sure to read the

(provided)

T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü

(battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

For best results, make sure the camcorder is

c There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force.

such as a personal computer.

following cautions:

À È Ò Ì Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &

White balance

proceed as usual from the beginning.

' – / ! ? ¿

NOTE:

S-VIDEO cable and the A/V cable to the S-

secured when shooting in Animation or

c The tape's remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder as shown.

: .

For further detail consult your nearest JVC

adjustment

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Time-Lapse mode.

VIDEO and AUDIO connectors on the

c The indicated remaining time is approximate.

dealer. Information (in English) is also available

During shooting in low light, Auto Focus accuracy may decrease even when Gain Up is used. In this case,

1. To avoid hazard . . .

camcorder and to those on the cable adapter,

Fade/Wipe-in/out cannot be performed during

c The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary

at our home page: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/

I L I KE YOU

use Manual Focus (

VIDEO

PROGRAM AE select dial

.... do not burn.

and then connect the cable adapter to the

Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.

according to the type of tape used.

External MIC Jack (capped) .................

End

USING A CAR BATTERY

Output

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

SCART connector on the VCR or TV.

Before performing other operations following

c The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been

Date

DC IN Jack .........................................

SET button

.... do not modify or disassemble.

Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure

selected (

pg. 8).

Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter

Day/Month/Year

The jacks

SET "Y/C"/"CVBS" SWITCH

are located beneath the jack

PAUSE IN

.... use only specified chargers.

the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.

c "TAPE END" appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this

(connect as shown in the above illustration).

cover.

Set the "Y/C"/"CVBS" video out select switch

condition for 5 minutes. "TAPE END" also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service

AUDIO

AUDIO L, R OUT Jack ........................

NOTES:

on the cable adapter to "Y/C".

c If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations,

life . . .

NOTES:

VIDEO OUT Jack ...............................

the camcorder's power shuts off automatically. Set the Power switch to "POWER OFF", and then back to

c When using the car battery, leave the engine

Output

To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press SET until the indication disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE

.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

SUPPLY POWER

Pressing and holding the Recording Start/

select dial to "AUTO LOCK".

-VIDEO OUT Jack ..........................

"CAMERA" to turn the camcorder on again.

idling.

.... avoid repeated charging without fully

Stop button allows you to record a black

Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned off and on again, or

Turn on the camcorder, VCR and TV.

c If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5

RF DC OUT Jack ................................

c The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can

discharging.

when the PROGRAM AE select dial's position has been changed.

blank screen, or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic

minutes, recording may not start immediately.

also be used to charge the battery pack.

External

It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance ("Basic Connections"

Indicators

Fader is selected.

c If you're recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

c When using the optional Car Battery Charger,

microphone input

pg. 30).

SELECT MODE

The screen becomes slightly reddish when

the last recording so you don't erase any of it.

(provided)

refer to the respective instruction booklet.

When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 ("ADJUST FOCUS"), this unit makes its colour

Tally Lamp .........................................

the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia

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

temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colours. For example, when

c The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover

Power On Indicator ...........................

(

pg. 17).

adjusting with red, blue or yellow colours, the image becomes the colour which aproximates to green, orange or purple

TV to its VIDEO mode.

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Features

Basic Recording

Audio dubbing indicator

: S-VHS/VHS PAL standard

*- - -min

NORM

: DC 6 V }

(Now calculating)

IN OUT

OUT

Auto Mode Lock

M-0:05:20

PLAY/PAUSE

RETAKE (

: 10.2 W

60min

: 7.2 W

OFF

: PAL-type

59min

Power switch

Open the

OFF

: FM recording

cover

: Converted sub-carrier

3min

Remote sensor

To J terminal

direct recording

(JLIP)

2min (Blinking)

Conforms to S-VHS

Turn to ta

standard

-VIDEO

up slack.

1min (Blinking)

connector

: Deep-layer recording

Auto Mode Release

Fade/Wipe

0min (Blinking)

system conforming to

NORM

Gear

stereo Hi-Fi VHS

After

PROGRAM AE

OFF

standard

2 sec.

OFF

select dial

M.W.B.

OFF

S-VIDEO cable

: 2 Hi-Fi audio channels 1

OFF

EDIT

15s

(provided)

normal audio channel

PLAY/PAUSE

MWB

-VIDEO

30s

NEAR

connector

Black Fader

1min

LENS COVER

: 23.39 mm/sec

Electronic Fog Filter

switch

5min

Editing cable

Mosaic Fader

(provided)

: 60 minutes

OFF

MWB

Viewfinder

(with EC-60 cassette)

1/4s

Mike

Shutter Wipe

1/2s

Index Code

S-VIDEO cable

: 35% to 80%

NO R M

Marking

(provided)

Slide Wipe

: –20°C to +50°C

O F F

To DC in jack

O F F

"Y/C"/"CVBS"

: Approx. 880 g

O F F

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such

OFF

video out

: 112 (W) x 112 (H) x

ND Effect

REW

as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). (

select switch

232 (D) mm

Core Filter

The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.

A. DUB

To Remote

PAUSE

: 1/4" format CCD

PAUSE

OFF

Clear

: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm,

PLAY

Allows you to input characters. (

18:1 power zoom lens

"Y/C"/"CVBS"

AV OUT

with auto iris and macro

Sepia

Allows you to set the current date and time (

Sepia

video out

control, filter diameter

To Pause-In

select switch

46 mm

pg. 37).

10: 45

: Electronic viewfinder

with 0.5" B/W CRT

Set

Cancel

VCR (Recording deck)

: Auto/Manual adjustment

AV IN

RM-V704U or

Terminals

RM-V700U

pg. 19).

Recording deck

(provided)

Clear

: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

Time

unbalanced (via VIDEO

24-hour indication

START/STOP

out connector)

VISS

INT. TIME

: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm

REC TIME

(via AUDIO out

RM-V704U or

connector)

RM-V700U

(provided)

: –68 dBs, high

impedance, unbalanced

with ø3.5 mm (STEREO)

Load

Vide

Manu

OPE

NOT

DIAL M

FEATU

SYMB

PURPO

When n

SET

scene b

You sho

INSE

S lide

EJECT

OPERA

adjustm

SEL

to open

continu

Twilig

Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.)

Tape Dubbing

Fade/Wipe

Audio Dubbing

Character Generator

Date/Time Setting

C: Connection to a TV or VCR equipped

Time-Lapse

MAKE CONNECTIONS

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

NOTE:

AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER

.... charge in an environment where

FEATURE:

S et the

LIGH

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

Dusk,

temperatures are within the tolerances shown

(AA-V11EG)

You should already have performed the procedures listed

with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V

You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.

PURPOSE:

natural

PURPOSE:

This camcorder's Automatic Colour Temperature system

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape

You can record sequentially at preset time spans.

SELECT MODE

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD–PAUSE

CONNECT TO . . .

in the chart below. This is a chemical

: Alwa

To record a subject in a dimly lit environment. When it is

M ake s

CLO

below. If not, do so before continuing.

Power requirement

Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or

senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for

Twilig

(in MONO on the normal audio track only.).

Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,

T urn th

input (RCA type) connectors

camco

ADJ

reaction type battery—cooler temperatures

more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

c Power (

pg. 4)

MODE

First set the power switch to "CAMERA". Turn the

Following the illustration at left, connect the

wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter

automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise

¥Auto

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

you can record subtle changes over an extended

OPERATION:

AUTO

except

impede chemical reaction, while warmer

: Auto

the subject becomes slightly dark.

** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure

c Date/Time Setting (

PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except

The battery pack is running low.

OPERATION:

camcorder and the VCR. (refer also to page 30 and

colour adjustment is not possible under the following

Power consumption

Record–Standby mode.

¥Whit

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

period of time.

NOTE:

Point the remote control toward the VCR's infrared

PAUSE TERMINAL

camco

temperatures can prevent complete charging.

(

pg. 42) before continuing.

c Tape Length Setting (

conditions:

AUTO LOCK.

31)

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

Output

NOTE:

can als

except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually

The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to "AUTO LOCK".

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE

.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure

the su

NOTES:

•The sound comes from the built-in mike (or an external

Use the provided A/V cable and S-VIDEO cable.

c Recording Format Setting (

SELECT MODE

• When an object is in various shades of the same colour.

adjustment.

P ress

NOTE:

PUSH

T o far

(

engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode.

terminal.

OFF

to high temperatures will increase natural

: Turn

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

mike if connected).

PREPARE FOR DUBBING

• When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot

c Grip Adjustment (

This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

locked

ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU

¥Auto

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

discharge and shorten service life.

Usually set to this position.

outdoors.

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

NOT

background and the object is great. It is not a defect of

FEATU

Charging system

BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING

Press a

Press MENU .

Set the camcorder's Power switch to "PLAY", turn

¥The v

10 m t

except AUTO LOCK.

mode before performing the following steps.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

In these cases, use the camcorder's built-in preset filters for

Press + or – to move the highlight bar to "Set

.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.

LOAD A CASSETTE

PAUSE TERMINAL.

TV/VCR

the camcorder.

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus

PURPO

Ò Ó app

on the VCR's power, and insert the appropriate

power

camera

white balance adjustment.

Character", then press NEAR. The Character Set

.... remove from charger or powered unit when

Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a

SELECT FUNCTION

Connect the editing cable to the R.A. EDIT

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Go to s

cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

¥It is r

focusin

OPERA

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Sunlight is directly entering the lens.

menu appears.

not in use, as some machines use current

selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the

To nea

SELECT FUNCTION

scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press

SELECT MODE

distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus

Dimensions

connector.

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to

c A casse

(

S-VIDEO cable and/or the A/V cable to the S-

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

even when switched off.

specified order.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any

PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE

SELECT VCR MODE

at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to "ON", you

ensure the holder is closed and locked.

supply

INPUT CHARACTERS

video l

VIDEO (or the VIDEO) and AUDIO connectors

FEATURE:

Press – to move the highlight bar down to "Date/

NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

appears.

Press a

position except AUTO LOCK, then press

Turn the camcorder's power off, then disconnect the

3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .

at exactly the point where dubbing should start.

can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of

Weight

c M ake s

¥When

except AUTO LOCK.

on the camcorder and to those on the VCR or

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

Time", then press

Engage the VCR's AUX and Record-Pause modes.

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V704U/

PURPOSE:

Ò Ó app

MENU.

Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make the desired

power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

LOC

.... replace the battery pack when it begins to

approx. 60 cm.

NOT

cassette

ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-

battery

TV.

screen appears.

V700U's Pause-In jack.

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY

OPERATION:

character blink, then press MENU. The selected

on again. If the error number still appears in the view-

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

Go to s

deliver less recording time per charge.

SELECT FUNCTION

Sports

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of

cassette

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN

characters appear at the bottom of the screen.

STANDBY MODE

finder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.

SUPPLY POWER

High s

MODE

SET DATE/TIME

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

slack.

focus.

PREPARE CAMCORDER

NOTE:

the lens cover, then set the power switch to

Dimensions

Press SELECT reapeatedly until "

Repeat as many times as desired (max. 18).

RECORDINGS

Press STOP on both units.

action.

Press SET to cycle through the modes as shown at

c M ake s

The diopter needs to be adjusted (

"CAMERA".

Turn on the camcorder, VCR and TV.

c E ven if

Press and hold

Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

Engage the camcorder's Play mode to find a spot

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer

Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to

left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected

R eleas

FAR

that all

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation

viewfin

Weight

•To select the location of the next character, press

A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.

begins blinking, then press

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the

charging, or after use.

just before the edit-in point. Once it's reached, press

(

pg. 28) and Time-Lapse recording (

"PLAY".

NOTE:

SELECT WHITE BALANCE

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder

replace Ó

cassette

REL

and reserved.

"Interval Timer", then press FAR or NEAR to

of Auto Focus (

pg. 18).

camcor

Accessory

NOTE:

+, –, FAR or NEAR to make the row of squares

Temperature Ranges

setting appears.

editing cable and the audio/video cable.

PAUSE on the camcorder.

SELECT MODE

cassette

enters the Record–Standby Mode.

adjuste

remove

cycle through the choices. Stop when the

BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING

on the

PREPARE VCR

Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the required

blink at the bottom of the screen, then press FAR

Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C

If you remove the power source from the camcorder while

•The selected mode's name and its indication are

•The scene you're aimed at appears on the

c T he ca

desired time appears. Choose from "15s",

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

Provided Accessories ......................

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

indication appears in the viewfinder.

START EDITING

video l

or NEAR to move the blinking cursor underneath

NOTES:

Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C

the power is on, all settings and selections are erased.

displayed in the viewfinder for approx. 2 seconds.

Press PLAY. When the counter reaches "0:00:00",

Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and

viewfinder screen, with the word "PAUSE"

camcor

"30s", "1min", "5min", or select to turn the

to the previous settings, press

TV to its VIDEO mode.

c W hen t

LIGH

the desired location. Press + when you're done,

FEATURE:

Storage ...................................... –10°C to 30°C

Make sure to turn the camcorder's power off before

Then the name disappears, and only the indication

Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the

Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR's

If you performed step 1

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

"MWB" ..... With a memorized personal White Balance

superimposed upon it.

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation

function "OFF".

move the highlight bar to "Cancel", then press

P ress

Optional Accessories

FAR

ÒAUT

and the blinking cursor returns to the character

disconnecting the power source.

PURPOSE:

remains.

Record mode.

camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.

CONNECTIONS"), keep the remote control pointed at

NOTES:

and Time-Lapse recording (

MENU .

Focus

¥ D epen

grid.

START SHOOTING

" ......... Outdoors on sunny day

the VCR during editing.

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

SET RECORDING TIME

D: Connection to a TV with NO A/V

If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (

NOT

Recharging time is based on room temperature of

High-S

1/1000

lock in

•If you're satisfied with the settings, go on to step

DC OUT

may ke

START RECORDING

END AUDIO DUBBING

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

"......... Outdoors on cloudy day

NOTES:

The on-screen display only appears while the

OPERATION:

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E

the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be

END CHARACTER SETTING

Press the Start/Stop button.

20°C.

Captur

terminal

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

switch

" .......... Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp

Input Connectors (Playback ONLY)

camcorder searches for each scene.

START CLOCK OPERATION

Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and

Press STOP.

Engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode and press

If your VCR has an S-VIDEO input connector or a

•RF Unit RF-V5E

sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging

AUTO

"Rec Time", then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make "End" blink, then

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

activate fade- or wipe-in.

PAUSE on the camcorder.

SCART connector compatible with Y/C signals, connect

takes.

•S-VHS-C Cassettes SE-C45/30

MWB

through the choices. Stop when the desired

¥ W hile

c B e sure

Once you've set the date and time, press

1/2000

The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the

press MENU twice to return to the normal screen.

tape with certain VCRs.

NOTE:

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,

the camcorder and the VCR using the provided

OR . . .

•VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30

time appears. Choose from "1/4s", "1/2s",

(

pg. 17

positio

NEAR until "Set" begins to blink, then press

camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position

MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject's light

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

REC

and "

NOTE:

S-VIDEO cable. This can improve the dubbed picture

Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit.

"1s", "5s", or select to turn the function "OFF".

¥ W hile

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

source so you can shoot with natural colours that are

focus i

The Menu screen reappears.

of the Lens Cover.

Cassettes

NOTES:

quality.

END RECORDING

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

Connect it to the camcorder's VIDEO, AUDIO L

unaffected by surroundings, even when there are multiple

Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

light w

sharply

NOTES:

•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V704U or

STOP RECORDING

This camcorder is equipped with Auto Pause System

If you use the provided cable adapter, set the "Y/C"/

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

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

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

CLOSE MENU

subjects with different colour temperatures.

and RF DC OUT connectors.

zoomed

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

RM-V700U

Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and

To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make

which has a sensor for detection. Because of the sensor,

Press the Start/Stop button again to stop recording.

the edit points will not be accurate.

"CVBS" video out select switch as required.

Other Parts

START TIME-LAPSE

DC cord

Using the RM-V704U/V700U, it is also possible to perform

longer

DAN

* Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for the

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

read the following cautions:

engage fade- or wipe-out.

Press MENU .

FEATURE:

"Clear" blink by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR, then press

SELECT MODE

when the camcorder is swung or shaken, noise can be

If the mike is too close to the TV, or if the TV's volume

Y/C

: When connecting to a VCR which accepts Y/C

Some acccessories are not available in some areas.

deck-to-deck Random Assemble Editing. The playback

c W hen t

connection procedure.

RECORDING

MENU. All characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase

1. During use . . .

Video Light ........................................

PURPOSE:

heard from the sensor. This is not a malfunction.

is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

NOTES:

signals and uses an S-VIDEO cable.

pg. 23).

Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

deck must be an R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The recording

TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-

closer,

Ó or Ò

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby

selected characters only, first move the blinking cursor

During Audio Dubbing, only the dubbed sound is

Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

¥The v

CVBS : When connecting to a VCR which does not

• Camera sensor

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

except AUTO LOCK.

pg. 22)

accessories and their availability.

deck can be...

If your VCR has an S-VIDEO input connector or a

NOTES:

STANDBY MODE

output. After Audio Dubbing is finished, press Hi-Fi/

to the character at the bottom row which you want to

mode.

Recording and intervals alternate

OPERATION:

touch i

Be careful not to cover this area; built-in

VHS-C mark.

accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video

a VCR other than JVC, or

SCART connector compatible with Y/C signals, connect

NOTES:

MIX/NORMAL to select the required playback audio

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

replace, then press +, FAR or NEAR to highlight " " in

ADJUST FOCUS

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

automatically.

turning

.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded

here is the sensor necessary for shooting.

cable.

While "

a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an

Fade/Wipe

the camcorder and the VCR using the provided S-

soundtrack (

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery

the top left corner, and then press MENU.

without notice.

c To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a

¥Do no

• Remote sensor .................................

tapes automatically erases the previously

Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a

R.A. EDIT connector

VIDEO cable. This can improve the dubbed picture

• HiFi

: You can hear the original sound on the

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

pack.

To display the characters you have set — "Instant

connected TV, see "Date/Time Character Insert"

immed

recorded video and audio signals.

Microphone .......................................

sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually

quality.

prerecorded tape.

How to use:

To monitor the picture and sound from the

Titles" (

•"OFF" is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the

pg. 22) or "Date/Time/Character Insert"

(

pg. 24).

remain

(

.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

pg. 19).

To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,

LCD window

If you use the provided cable adapter, set the "Y/C"/

Car Battery Charger/Adapter

• Mix

: You can hear the dubbed sound and the

camcorder without inserting a tape, set the

(

pg. 24).

reserved fade or wipe is cancelled.

c If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (30. 2, 31. 6,

— Connect the playback deck and RM-V704U/V700U as

¥When

when inserting.

set "Rec Time" and "Interval Timer" in the

Program Manager Function Indicator

"CVBS" video out select switch as required.

BH-V3E (optional)

original one on the prerecorded tape.

ADJUST WHITE BALANCE

camcorder's Power switch to "CAMERA", then set

Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby

etc.) and perform step

shown on the left.

betwee

.... do not load and unload the cassette

Menu screen to "OFF". To release when the

Full Auto Indicator

Y/C

: When connecting to a VCR which accepts Y/C

• Normal: You can hear the dubbed sound.

your TV to the appropriate input mode.

mode.

at the bottom of the screen. Press

— Set the RM-V704U/V700U to correspond to the brand

¥Do no

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run

Press SET until "MWB" appears, then press and hold

tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording

Black Fader

Displayed when the Program AE Select Dial

signals and uses an S-VIDEO cable.

If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially

input the correct number.

pg. 43

of the recording deck. (

¥It is r

at all. This slackens the tape and can result in

NOTES (for Insert Editing and

SET for more than 3 seconds.

Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set

is set to Auto Lock.

Fades in/out to a black screen.

CVBS : When connecting to a VCR which does not

USING AC POWER

shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to

JVC de

— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to

damage.

pg. 5

NOTE:

"Interval Timer" and "Rec Time" in the Menu

Tape Loaded/Remaining Tape Indicators

Audio Dubbing):

accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video

• "MWB" blinks in the viewfinder during adjustment,

the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder

Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in

Mosaic Fader

the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as

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

screen to "OFF".

Remaining Battery Power Indicator

cable.

Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work

then stops blinking but stays lit when adjustment is

playback picture.

FEATURE:

the above illustration).

the playback deck.

exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.

Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic

NOTES:

Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................

complete.

correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the

PURPOSE:

pattern.

Notes:

2. Store cassettes . . .

pg. 30

recording speed was changed during the original

NOTES:

Clock Battery Compartment ................

.... away from heaters or other heat sources.

recording.

pg. 30

RM-V704U/V700U cannot be used to control the playback deck.

OPERATION:

Battery Pack Mount ...........................

Shutter Wipe

c The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features

To edit/dub onto a tape with the recording safety tab

.... out of direct sunlight.

RM-V704U/V700U is capable of controling basic operations of

pg. 30

automatic voltage selection in the AC range from

VIDEO LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

A black screen moves in from the top and bottom,

removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

.... where they won't be subject to unnecessary

the recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY, STOP,

pg. 31

Switch ................................................

closing over the image like a shutter, or a new image

110 V to 240 V.

Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio

PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not possible with some

shock or vibration.

NOTE:

c When using the provided DC cord, make sure

pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre.

Electronic Viewfinder .........................

brands and models). Other buttons cannot be used.

Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.

.... where they won't be exposed to strong

you connect the end of the cable with the core

To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the

During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert–

LENS COVER Switch .........................

magnetic fields (such as those generated by

Slide Wipe

filter to the camcorder. The core filter improves

controls on the recording deck itself.

Pause or Audio Dub–Standby is engaged, the counter

pg. 11

Grip Strap ..........................................

motors, transformers or magnets).

A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover

performance of equipment.

may go slightly past "0:00:00". Recording, however,

pg. 11

.... vertically, in their original cases.

Tripod Mounting Socket ......................

the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.

stops at exactly 0:00:00.

To ch

ing.

until

Press

Ó an

pg. 6

durin

¥ Tap

Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse

Manual Tracking

seco

The remote control lets you set/release

To eliminate noise bars that appear

Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as

: AC 110 to 240 V` ,

autom

on the screen during playback.

Twilight

well as the Menu screen.

50/60 Hz

Reco

1) Press either +/– button as many

pg. 7)

Self-Timer

: 23 W

Ó (

times as necessary for best picture.

1) Set

pg. 8)

: DC 8.5 V } , 1.3 A

Disto

To reset TRACKING to the original

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3

pg. 8)

and m

(CHARGE),

playb

pg. 25

preset, press both + and – buttons

on pg. 28 ("Self-Timer"), press INT.

pg. 10)

DC 6.3 V } , 1.8 A (VTR)

TIME on the remote control. Each time

simultaneously.

: Constant current, peak

FAR

. The

INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer

Manual Tracking may not work

detection, timer

To re

Ó bl

indicator appears, changing in the

with tapes recorded on other VCRs

controlled

3 .

following order: 15s, 30s, 1min, 5min

pg. 1

Make

or camcorders.

: 150 (W) x 42 (H) x

and No indication (off).

pg. 25

) w

Reco

. . .

Fade/Wipe

2) Release

68 (D) mm

2) Press

RET

Still Playback

NEA

. The

Instead of setting "Interval Timer" to

: Approx. 350 g

reach

NEAR . The Set Date And Time

To pause during playback.

Ó bl

"OFF" in the Menu, press INT. TIME on

recor

the remote control until the Interval

1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during

3 .

Press

Timer indicator disappears.

playback.

press

: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x

M.W.B.

Animation

2) To resume normal playback, press

pg. 6).

3) Press

) do

1) Set

104 (D) mm

, and without releasing

A. DUB

PLAY/PAUSE again.

or NEA

. The

recor

Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on

: Approx. 240 g

Sports

+ or – to until the correct

pg. 29).

Noise bars appear and pictures may

pg. 29 ("Animation"), press REC TIME

Noise

: "R6 (AA)"-size battery x 1

become monochrome during Still

on the remote control. Each time REC

This

FADE/WIPE

Playback. This is normal.

TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator

appears, changing in the following

FAR or NEAR to

WIDE

Shuttle Search

order: 1/4s, 1/2s, 1s, 5s and No

on page 37 ("MAKE

NEA

and

simu

FULL

indication (off).

To allow high-speed search in either

setting (see below)

TITLE

To AC outlet

pg. 29).

2) Release

AUTO

direction.

S 1/1000

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on

DISPLAY

Forward Search

pg. 29, press REC TIME on the remote

LIG

1) Press FF during playback.

control until the Rec Time indicator

M.W.B.

switc

Reverse Search

disappears.

S 1/2000

1) Press REW during playback.

Time-Lapse

AC Power

pg. 47)

" appears in the viewfinder.

1) Set

Noise bars appear and pictures may

pg.

Adapter/Charger

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3

become monochrome or darken in

AA-V11EG

on pg. 29 ("Time-Lapse"), press INT.

Shuttle Search. This is normal.

TIME and REC TIME on the remote

control. Each time INT. TIME is

Counter Memory Function

To car's

pressed, the Interval Timer indicator

cigarette

To make it easier to locate a specific

appears, changing in the following

Ó wi

lighter socket

tape segment.

order: 15s, 30s, 1min, 5min and No

pg. 7).

1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for

indication (off). Each time REC TIME is

pressed, the Rec Time indicator

more than 2 seconds. The counter

" is displayed, press SET twice.

pg. 32).

appears, changing in the following

resets to "0:00:00".

order: 1/4s, 1/2s, 1s, 5s and No

2) Press COUNTER R/M. "M"

indication (off).

appears.

2) Release

3) After recording or playback, press

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on

5, "Input Error" appears blinking

STOP, then REW. The tape

pg. 29, press INT. TIME and REC TIME

+ , –, FAR or NEAR to

automatically stops at or close to

on the remote control until the

0:00:00.

pg. 36)

indicators disappear.

4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start

Also refer to pgs. 28 and 29.

playback.

Index Code Marking

The counter memory functions in

To give you automatic access to any

the FF and REW modes.

selected point on a recording.

To disable Counter Memory

1) Press VISS once to place the index

Function, press COUNTER R/M so

code. "INDEX" blinks in the viewfinder

the "M" disappears.

during marking.

If VISS is pressed during Record–Standby

mode, the mark is placed where

pg. 13) to find the end of

Recording Start/Stop is pressed.

" appears.

pg. 3

1/1000 sec.

pg. 7),

High Speed Shutter

1/2000 sec.

FAR or

High Speed Shutter

MENU .

pg. 15

pg. 41

pg. 43

pg. 10

pg. 6

pg. 4

pg. 15

pg. 6

pg. 11

pg. 10

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