Tape Dubbing - JVC GR-SZ5000 Instructions Manual

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Table Of Contents

Table of Contents

RECORDING

SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTIONS

EDITING

PLAYBACK

Animation

A: Connection to a TV or VCR equipped

DANGER:

Tape remaining time indicator

DIAL

VIEWFINDER

GENERAL

NOTES:

ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)

[Ex. : Black Fader]

SELECT

SYMPTOM

SYMBOL

INDICATION

c The rec o rding time per c h arge is affec t ed by suc h fac t

Format

with a SCART connector compatible

Video Light

25min

Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of

FADE IN

Gain Up

Power source

the frequenc y of z o oming. It is safer to hav e spare b

OTHER

movement. This function allows you to shoot a

only with regular video signals

OUT

LOCK

Auto Lock

Power consumption

c C h arging times noted on page 4 are for ful l y disc h ar

Viewfinder

• The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not

series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same

Transmitted beam

Light on

c h arged battery pac k .

The tape won't eject.

touch it either while in operation or soon after

NOTE:

object for a brief period of time.

Auto Mode Lock

effective area

Light off

c C h arging and disc h arging times v a ry ac c o rding to t

turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

Some functions are not available.

L o c k s the c a mc o rder in Ful l A u to mode, prev e nting

Use the provided A/V cable and cable adapter.

NOTE:

Signal system

pac k .

15 °

• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

inc o rrec t operation due to ac c i dental button

Video recording system

Vertical white lines appear when

c Remember to set the c h arge mark e r after c h arging a batt

immediately after using the video light, since it

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby

Tele Macro

pressing during shooting.

your c a mc o rder.

shooting a very bright object.

Luminance

remains extremely hot.

mode before performing the following steps.

• In this mode the fol l o wing c o ntrol s are disabl e d;

TV/VCR

Power indicator

Colour

c Perform the REFRES H func t ion after no l e ss than 5 c h a

• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

FADE OUT

EDITED TAPE (VCR)

Fade/ W ipe, Wide, Titl e , Displ a y, M . W . B . (M a nual

15 °

c High temperatures c a n damage the battery pac k , so u

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

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

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear

Hi-Fi/MIX/NORMAL

White B a l a nc e ), M a nual Foc u s, Foc u s L o c k ,

al l o w it to disc h arge in c o ntainer, suc h as a bag.

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

Ex p osure C o ntrol and M E N U .

c If you stop rec h arging or disc h arging part way

PROGRAM AE select dial

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

Hi-Fi audio record-

unpl u gging the adapter' s A C c o rd.

connectors

adapter, and then connect the cable adpter to

MENU.

illustration shows the approximate transmitted

in the viewfinder.

STOP

ing system

c Remov e the battery pac k from the adapter immedia

FAR

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 av o id interferenc e with rec e ption, do not u

SET RECORDING TIME

Mosaic Fader

Gain Up

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

The transmitted beam may not be effective or

SET "Y/C"/"CVBS" SWITCH

c M a k e sure you unpl u g the DC c o rd before c h arging or di

Tele Macro

Auto Mode Release

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 bl i nk i ng C H G. indic a tor means that the battery

Interval Timer

The image is out of focus.

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

Re-enabl e s the c o ntrol s that were disabl e d by A u to

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

No. of audio channels

c o ntinue.

White balance

Rec Time

on the cable adapter to "CVBS".

M o de L o c k .

sunlight or powerful lighting.

batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh

(provided)

through the choices. Stop when the desired

JLIP ID NO.

mode indicator

To AUDIO

c The C H G. indic a tor may not l i ght properl y with

PROGRAM AE select dial

COUNTER R/M

ones.

Tally

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

SUPPLY POWER

Cassette

for an ex t ended period. In this c a se, remov e and reatt

and VIDEO

Set Character

• Use only the following batteries:

A character generator title and the

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

Erase protection

Tape speed

indic a tor shoul d l i ght during rec h arging. If no

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.

Electronic Fog Filter

END :MENU KEY

Rec Time

Please make note of the following rules for battery

To AUDIO,

START RECORDING

N o indic a tion (A u to)

SELECT MODE

(capped)

–

FAR

use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.

M a k e s the pic t ure l o ok misty white, as when an

VIDEO and

STOP

Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C

Press the Recording Start/Stop button after

The wrong date and time are

ex t ernal fog fil t er is attac h ed to the l e ns. S o ftens t

-IN

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

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

image and giv e s it a " f anc y " l o ok .

connectors

TV to its VIDEO mode.

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

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

can leak or explode.

Even though the Lens Cover is open,

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF

JLIP ID NO.

Off

Start/Stop button

B: Connection to a TV or VCR

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

: .

ND Effect

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

A bl a c k mist dark e ns the pic t ure, as when an N D

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

fil t er is used. Hel p s to c o unter the effec t s of gl a re o

shaken, a noise can be heard.

Connectors

-IN connectors

Pick up

NOTE:

VCR (Recording deck)

the subj e c t .

End

Tally lamp

Lens

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)

Battery Packs

Set Character

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

If your VCR has the

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

Connector.)

Player (JVC VCR)

SCART connector,

cable adapter.

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-

(provided)

SET : MENU KEY

Date Screen

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

cable adapter.

• Connect the Editing Cable when performing

cadmium battery. Before using the

NOTES:

A B C D E F G H I

Sepia

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

TV/VCR

Viewfinder

NOTES:

J K L M N O P Q R S

R.A. EDIT

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

The sc e ne being shot is rec o rded in sepia-tinted

c A c a ssette hol d er c a n' t be opened unl e ss a power suppl y i

•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

(reddish-brown) monoc h rome, giv i ng the effec t of

For best results, make sure the camcorder is

such as a personal computer.

following cautions:

c There may be a del a y after you sl i de EJ E C T until t

À È Ò Ì Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &

White balance

NOTE:

proceed as usual from the beginning.

' – / ! ? ¿

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

an ol d er mov i e. Use together with Wide (

secured when shooting in Animation or

: .

For further detail consult your nearest JVC

c The tape' s remaining time is displ a yed in th

adjustment

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

for the authentic l o ok of a c l a ssic Hol l y wood

Time-Lapse mode.

VIDEO and AUDIO connectors on the

dealer. Information (in English) is also available

c The indic a ted remaining time is approx i mat

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,

mov i e.

Fade/Wipe-in/out cannot be performed during

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c The time required to c a l c u l a te the remaining t

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.

ac c o rding to the type of tape used.

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

USING A CAR BATTERY

End

Output

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

SCART connector on the VCR or TV.

Before performing other operations following

c The tape remaining time displ a yed in the v i e

Date

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

SET button

.... do not modify or disassemble.

Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure

sel e c t ed (

pg. 8).

Use the optional C a r B a ttery C h arger/ A d apter

SET "Y/C"/"CVBS" SWITCH

Day/ M o nth/ Y ear

The jacks

are located beneath the jack

PAUSE IN

.... use only specified chargers.

the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.

(c o nnec t as shown in the abov e il l u stration).

c " T A P E EN D " appears when the tape reac h es its end, and the p

cover.

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

2. To prevent damage and prolong service

c o ndition for 5 minutes. " T A P E EN D " al s o appears when a c a

AUDIO

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

NOTES:

N O TES :

on the cable adapter to "Y/C".

c If the Rec o rd– S t andby mode c o ntinues for 5 minu

life . . .

NOTES:

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

c When using the c a r battery, l e av e the engine

Output

the c a mc o rder' s power shuts off automatic a l l y . S e t t

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 ..........................

idl i ng.

" C A M E RA " to turn the c a mc o rder on again.

.... 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.

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

c If the Rec o rding S t art/ S t op button is pressed

c The optional C a r B a ttery C h arger (B H -V 3 E) c a n

discharging.

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

blank screen, or a mosaic pattern if Mosaic

External

al s o be used to c h arge the battery pac k .

minutes, rec o rding may not start immediate

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

Indicators

Fader is selected.

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

microphone input

c When using the optional C a r B a ttery C h arger,

c If you' r e rec o rding on a c a ssette from the middl e , u

SELECT MODE

pg. 30).

The screen becomes slightly reddish when

(provided)

the l a st rec o rding so you don' t erase any of it.

refer to the respec t iv e instruc t ion book l e t.

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 L E N S C O V E R warning bl i nk s for about 10 sec o nds when th

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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Basic Recording

Features

MODE

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

: 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

RETAKE (R/F)

To J terminal

direct recording

(JLIP)

2min (Blinking)

Conforms to S-VHS

standard

-VIDEO

1min (Blinking)

connector

: Deep-layer recording

NEAR

Auto Mode Release

Fade/Wipe

0min (Blinking)

system conforming to

NORM

stereo Hi-Fi VHS

After

PROGRAM AE

OFF

Turn to take

standard

2 sec.

OFF

select dial

M.W.B.

OFF

S-VIDEO cable

up slack.

: 2 Hi-Fi audio channels 1

OFF

EDIT

15s

(provided)

normal audio channel

PLAY/PAUSE

MWB

-VIDEO

30s

NEAR

connector

Black Fader

LENS COVER

1min

Gear

: 23.39 mm/sec

Electronic Fog Filter

switch

5min

Editing cable

Mosaic Fader

(provided)

: 60 minutes

OFF

M W B

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

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 indic a tion

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)

Vide

Load

OPE

Character Generator

Manual Focus

Fade/Wipe

NOTE:

Audio Dubbing

Tape Dubbing

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

Date/Time Setting

Time-Lapse

C: Connection to a TV or VCR equipped

DIAL

MAKE CONNECTIONS

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER

.... charge in an environment where

FEATURE:

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

SYMBOL

temperatures are within the tolerances shown

(AA-V11EG)

You shoul d al r eady hav e perfo

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

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.

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

PURPOSE:

NOTE:

PURPOSE:

This camcorder's Automatic Colour Temperature system

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD–PAUSE

CONNECT TO . . .

You can record sequentially at preset time spans.

SELECT MODE

When natural l i ghting is t

in the chart below. This is a chemical

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

bel o w. If not, do so before c o nt

Power requirement

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

senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for

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

Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,

sc e ne by using the buil t -i

input (RCA type) connectors

reaction type battery—cooler temperatures

more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

You shoul d al r eady hav e made t

MODE

EJECT until the hol d er ope

c Power (

pg. 4)

Following the illustration at left, connect the

wipe-out works at recording end or when you enter

S l i de

First set the power swi

automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

OPERATION:

you can record subtle changes over an extended

OPERATION:

impede chemical reaction, while warmer

the subject becomes slightly dark.

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

adj u stments (

The battery pack is running low.

c Date/ T ime S e tting (

OPERATION:

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

colour adjustment is not possible under the following

Power consumption

Record–Standby mode.

to open.

PROGRA M A E sel e c t dial to any po

S E T V I DEO L I GHT

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

NOTE:

period of time.

Point the remote control toward the VCR's infrared

PAUSE TERMINAL

Twilight

temperatures can prevent complete charging.

(

pg. 42) before continuing.

c o ntinuing.

conditions:

c Tape L e ngth S e tting (

31)

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

A U TO L O C K .

Output

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

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required.

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

NOTES:

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

SELECT MODE

S e t the

Dusk , twil i ght sc e nery, fi

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

IN S E RT/ R EM O V E C A S S E TTE

NOTE:

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

c Rec o rding Format S e tting

adjustment.

engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode.

terminal.

to high temperatures will increase natural

S E L E C T M O DE

PREPARE FOR DUBBING

mike if connected).

natural and dramatic . The

• When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot

A C C E S S M E N U S C R EEN

This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU

c Grip A d j u stment (

: A l w ays k e eps the l i ght o

M a k e sure the l a bel is fac i ng ou

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby

discharge and shorten service life.

Usually set to this position.

outdoors.

Twil i ght mode is sel e c t ed

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

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

BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING

Turn the PROGRA M A E sel e c t dia

Charging system

c a mc o rder is turned on.

MENU .

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

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press

except AUTO LOCK.

mode before performing the following steps.

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.

L O A D A C A S S E TTE

• A u to gain c o ntrol is tu

TV/VCR

AUTO : A u tomatic a l l y turn

PAUSE TERMINAL.

the camcorder.

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

ex c e pt A U TO L O C K .

on the VCR's power, and insert the appropriate

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

• W hite B a l a nc e is set to "

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

SELECT FUNCTION

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

EJECT to open the c a ssett

c a mc o rder senses insuffi

depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a

C L O S E C A S S E TTE HOL D ER

Connect the editing cable to the R.A. EDIT

cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

S l i de

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

Sunlight is directly entering the lens.

NOTE:

menu appears.

not in use, as some machines use current

selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the

c a n al s o be manual l y c h anged t

A D J U S T FOC U S

SELECT MODE

scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press

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

Dimensions

connector.

the subj e c t .

S E L E C T FUN C T ION

the c a ssette with the l a b

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

PUSH and mak e sure the hol d er

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

Press

even when switched off.

specified order.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any

(

pg. 25).

SELECT VCR MODE

OFF

PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE

: Turns off the l i ght

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

INPUT CHARACTERS

ensure the hol d er is c l o sed an

To farther subject . . .

VIDEO (or the VIDEO) and AUDIO connectors

– to mov e the highl i ght

FEATURE:

NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

appears.

Press

l o c k e d.

position except AUTO LOCK, then press

• A u to Foc u s bec o mes av a il a bl e o

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

FEATURE:

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

except AUTO LOCK.

on the camcorder and to those on the VCR or

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

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V704U/

PURPOSE:

Time" , then press

MENU.

Press and hol d

• T he v i deo l i ght c a n be used w

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

10 m to infinity. To

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

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

EN T ER REC O RD– S T A N D B Y M O D

approx. 60 cm.

ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-

TV.

PURPOSE:

V700U's Pause-In jack.

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY

sc r een appears.

" appear and "

OPERATION:

character blink, then press MENU. The selected

power on.

c a mera distanc e is l e ss tha

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

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

SELECT FUNCTION

deliver less recording time per charge.

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

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

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN

S l i de the L E N S C O V E R open/ c l o se swit

N O TES :

OPERATION:

STANDBY MODE

Go to step

characters appear at the bottom of the screen.

• I t is rec o mmended to set

foc u sing (

finder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.

SUPPLY POWER

MODE

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

PREPARE CAMCORDER

NOTE:

focus.

S E T DA T E/ T IM E

the l e ns c o v e r, then set the po

Dimensions

Press SELECT reapeatedly until "

RECORDINGS

To nearer subject

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

c A c a ssette hol d er c a n' t be opened

(

pg. 25) to indoor mode (

Press STOP on both units.

Press SET to cycle through the modes as shown at

The diopter needs to be adjusted (

" C A M E RA " .

Turn on the camcorder, VCR and TV.

FAR or NEAR until the item

Press and hold

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

Press

v i deo l i ght.

suppl y is attac h ed.

Press and hol d

left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation

Weight

•To select the location of the next character, press

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the

A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.

charging, or after use.

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

(

pg. 28) and Time-Lapse recording (

"PLAY".

• W hen not using the v i deo

begins bl i nk i ng, then press

c M a k e sure that the tape is n

NOTE:

SELECT WHITE BALANCE

" appear and "

• T he power indic a tor l i gh

and reserved.

"Interval Timer", then press FAR or NEAR to

of Auto Focus (

pg. 18).

Accessory

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

Temperature Ranges

editing cable and the audio/video cable.

PAUSE on the camcorder.

SELECT MODE

setting appears.

battery power.

c a ssette. If there is any s

cassette

BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING

enters the Rec o rd– S t andby

cycle through the choices. Stop when the

PREPARE VCR

Sports

Go to step

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

c a ssette in the direc t io

•The selected mode's name and its indication are

• T he sc e ne you' r e aimed at a

desired time appears. Choose from "15s",

START EDITING

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

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

NOTES:

indication appears in the viewfinder.

• I f you dec i de you want

or NEAR to move the blinking cursor underneath

High shutter speed c l e arl y

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

N O TES :

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

sl a c k .

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

v i ewfinder sc r een, with th

L O C K FOC U S

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

TV to its VIDEO mode.

to the prev i ous setti

ac t ion.

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

c M a k e sure the Erase Protec t io

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).

c Ev e n if the battery indi

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

superimposed upon it

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation

function "OFF".

Optional Accessories

FAR or NEAR. The foc u s indic a

and the blinking cursor returns to the character

mov e the highl i ght bar to

Rel e ase

disconnecting the power source.

PURPOSE:

that al l o ws rec o rding. If not

remains.

camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.

Record mode.

NOTES:

CONNECTIONS"), keep the remote control pointed at

v i ewfinder, if the batter

and Time-Lapse recording (

MENU .

grid.

repl a c e d by the foc u s l o c k indi

NOTE:

c a ssettes hav e remov a bl e tabs. I

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

the VCR during editing.

S T A R T S H OOTIN G

SET RECORDING TIME

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

c a mc o rder may turn off aut

D: Connection to a TV with NO A/V

If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (

DC OUT

Recharging time is based on room temperature of

1/1000

START RECORDING

END AUDIO DUBBING

• I f you' r e satisfied wi

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

NOTES:

adj u sted foc u s is l o c k e d in.

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

remov e d, c o v e r the hol e with adhe

The on-screen display only appears while the

OPERATION:

on the v i deo l i ght, or when y

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E

END CHARACTER SETTING

Start/Stop button.

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

terminal

20°C.

Press the

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

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

Input Connectors (Playback ONLY)

c The c a ssette hol d er c a n' t be op

camcorder searches for each scene.

v i deo l i ght turned on.

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.

S T A R T C L O C K OPERA T ION

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging

REL E A S E M A N U A L FOC U S M O DE

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

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

c a mc o rder is in the rec o rd mode

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

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON switc h is se

activate fade- or wipe-in.

PAUSE on the camcorder.

c When the

SCART connector compatible with Y/C signals, connect

takes.

•S-VHS-C Cassettes SE-C45/30

MWB

through the choices. Stop when the desired

1/2000

The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the

Onc e you' v e set the date an

FAR and

press MENU twice to return to the normal screen.

NOTE:

tape with certain VCRs.

Press

" A U TO" :

• T he tal l y l a mp l i ghts whil e r

the camcorder and the VCR using the provided

OR . . .

•VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30

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

NEAR until " S e t" begins to bl i

camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position

MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject's light

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

Foc u s mode is immediat

REC

• Depending on the l i ghti

NOTE:

and "

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".

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

source so you can shoot with natural colours that are

High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)

of the Lens Cover.

The M e nu sc r een reappears.

Cassettes

l o c k indic a tion disappea

NOTES:

may k e ep turning on and of

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.

NOTES:

•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V704U or

C a ptures faster ac t ion t

S T OP REC O RDIN G

switc h the l i ght on or off

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.

subjects with different colour temperatures.

and RF DC OUT connectors.

C L O S E M E N U

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

RM-V700U

Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and

N O TES :

AUTO/ON switc h .

To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make

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

START TIME-LAPSE

Start/Stop button again t

"CVBS" video out select switch as required.

the edit points will not be accurate.

Other Parts

Press the

DC cord

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

* Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for the

The tally lamp remains off at all times.

read the following cautions:

MENU .

engage fade- or wipe-out.

FEATURE:

SELECT MODE

Press

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

• Whil e the S p orts or High-S p e

when the camcorder is swung or shaken, noise can be

c B e sure to foc u s the l e ns in t

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

RECORDING

connection procedure.

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

1. During use . . .

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

NOTES:

PURPOSE:

(

pg. 17) is engaged, the l i gh

heard from the sensor. This is not a malfunction.

is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

position when you use t

signals and uses an S-VIDEO cable.

pg. 23).

TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-

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

selected characters only, first move the blinking cursor

During Audio Dubbing, only the dubbed sound is

• Whil e the Twil i ght mode (

• T he c a mc o rder re-enters the R

Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

foc u s in on a c e rtain subj e c t

CVBS : When connecting to a VCR which does not

• Camera sensor

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

except AUTO LOCK.

accessories and their availability.

NOTES:

deck can be...

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

STANDBY MODE

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

to the character at the bottom row which you want to

l i ght wil l not ac t iv a te.

mode.

sharpl y foc u sed images c a nno

Recording and intervals alternate

OPERATION:

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

N O TES :

ADJUST FOCUS

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

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

automatically.

z o omed up bec a use the depth

.... 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.

l o nger foc a l l e ngths.

c To displ a y the date and t

• 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

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

• HiFi

: You can hear the original sound on the

pack.

To display the characters you have set — "Instant

c When the foc u s l e v e l c a nnot be adj u

recorded video and audio signals.

c o nnec t ed TV, see " D ate/ T ime C h a

DANGER

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

sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually

quality.

How to use:

prerecorded tape.

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"

c l o ser, " " or "

(

pg. 24).

.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

pg. 19).

To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,

Car Battery Charger/Adapter

LCD window

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

• T he v i deo l i ght bec o me ex t rem

• Mix

: You can hear the dubbed sound and the

pg. 22)

camcorder without inserting a tape, set the

(

pg. 24).

4, you input an inv a l i

reserved fade or wipe is cancelled.

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

when inserting.

c If, in step

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

BH-V3E (optional)

Program Manager Function Indicator

"CVBS" video out select switch as required.

touc h it either whil e i

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

shown on the left.

.... do not load and unload the cassette

etc . ) and perform step

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.

turning it off, otherwi

your TV to the appropriate input mode.

mode.

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

at the bottom of the sc r ee

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.

• D o not pl a c e the c a mc o rder int

If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially

NOTES (for Insert Editing and

pg. 43

of the recording deck. (

at all. This slackens the tape and can result in

input the c o rrec t number.

SET for more than 3 seconds.

USING AC POWER

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

immediatel y after usi

shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to

— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to

damage.

pg. 5

NOTE:

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

Audio Dubbing):

Tape Loaded/Remaining Tape Indicators

accept Y/C signals and uses an audio/video

remains ex t remel y hot.

• "MWB" blinks in the viewfinder during adjustment,

the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder

Mosaic Fader

the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as

Use the A C Power A d apter (c o nn

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

screen to "OFF".

Remaining Battery Power Indicator

cable.

• W hen operating, k e ep a dist

Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work

then stops blinking but stays lit when adjustment is

playback picture.

FEATURE:

the playback deck.

the abov e il l u stration)

exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.

Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic

NOTES:

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

between the v i deo l i ght an

complete.

correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the

PURPOSE:

pattern.

Notes:

2. Store cassettes . . .

pg. 30

• D o not use near fl a mmabl e or ex p

recording speed was changed during the original

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

N O TES :

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

recording.

• I t is rec o mmended that y

pg. 30

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

OPERATION:

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

Shutter Wipe

c The suppl i ed A C Power A d apt

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

J V C deal e r for repl a c i ng the v i deo

.... out of direct sunlight.

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

pg. 30

VIDEO LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

A black screen moves in from the top and bottom,

automatic v o l t age sel e c t

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:

pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre.

c When using the prov i ded

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 c o nnec t the end of t

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

fil t er to the c a mc o rder. Th

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

performanc e 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.

VIEWFINDER

Quick Review

Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse

Manual Tracking

INDICATION

The remote control lets you set/release

To eliminate noise bars that appear

To c h ec k the end of the l a

Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as

: AC 110 to 240 V`,

on the screen during playback.

ing.

Twilight

Twil i ght

well as the Menu screen.

50/60 Hz

1) Press " " and rel e ase quic k l y

1) Press either +/– button as many

pg. 6). If you hav e n' t , d

Self-Timer

pg. 7)

: 23 W

times as necessary for best picture.

during the Rec o rd– S t

1) Set

pg. 8)

: DC 8.5 V }, 1.3 A

To reset TRACKING to the original

• Tape is rewound fo

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3

pg. 8)

(CHARGE),

preset, press both + and – buttons

sec o nds and pl a yed b

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

pg. 10)

DC 6.3 V }, 1.8 A (VTR)

TIME on the remote control. Each time

automatic a l l y , t

simultaneously.

: Constant current, peak

INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer

Manual Tracking may not work

Rec o rd– S t andby mod

detection, timer

indicator appears, changing in the

with tapes recorded on other VCRs

nex t shot.

" (outdoor mo

controlled

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

or camcorders.

Distortion may

: 150 (W) x 42 (H) x

and No indication (off).

Fade/Wipe

pl a ybac k . This is norm

2) Release

68 (D) mm

Still Playback

Instead of setting "Interval Timer" to

: Approx. 350 g

Retake

NEAR. The S e t Date A n d T

FAR. The M a nual Foc u s i

To pause during playback.

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

To re-rec o rd c e rtain

" bl i nk s .

the remote control until the Interval

1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during

Timer indicator disappears.

1) M a k e sure the c a mc o rder i

playback.

pg. 19).

: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x

M.W.B.

Animation

2) To resume normal playback, press

) when you u

Rec o rd– S t andby mode

. . .

pg. 6).

1) Set

104 (D) mm

2) Press either

, and without releasing

RETAKE button

A. DUB

PLAY/PAUSE again.

NEAR. The M a nual Foc u s i

Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on

: Approx. 240 g

Sports

+ or – to unti

pg. 29).

reac h the start poi

Noise bars appear and pictures may

" bl i nk s .

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

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

rec o rding.

become monochrome during Still

on the remote control. Each time REC

FADE/WIPE

Pressing " F " forward

Playback. This is normal.

TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator

pressing " R " rev e rses i

appears, changing in the following

FAR or NEAR to

WIDE

3) Press Rec o rding S t ar

Shuttle Search

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

on page 37 ("MAKE

) does not bl i

FULL

indication (off).

To allow high-speed search in either

rec o rding.

setting (see below)

TITLE

To AC outlet

pg. 29).

2) Release

AUTO

direction.

N o ise may appear du

S 1/1000

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on

DISPLAY

This is normal .

Forward Search

pg. 29, press REC TIME on the remote

1) Press FF during playback.

control until the Rec Time indicator

M.W.B.

Reverse Search

disappears.

NEAR simul t aneousl y

S 1/2000

1) Press REW during playback.

Time-Lapse

AC Power

pg. 47)

" appears in the v i ewfi

1) Set

Noise bars appear and pictures may

Adapter/Charger

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3

become monochrome or darken in

AA-V11EG

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

LIGHT OFF/

Shuttle Search. This is normal.

TIME and REC TIME on the remote

control. Each time INT. TIME is

To car's

Counter Memory Function

pressed, the Interval Timer indicator

cigarette

To make it easier to locate a specific

appears, changing in the following

lighter socket

tape segment.

pg. 17) is engag

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).

" wil l bl i nk .

appears.

2) Release

3) After recording or playback, press

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on

5, " I nput Error" app

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

Recording Start/Stop is pressed.

MODE

PUSH to

" appears.

pg. 3

" and the

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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