Page 1: Table Of Contents
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS Main Unit ... 73 LCD Monitor Indications During Recording ... 74 LCD Monitor Indications During Playback ... 75 Warning Indications ... 75 JLIP Video Capture Docking Station ... 76 CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS GLOSSARY OF TERMS INDEX LYT0002-0A1A...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
73 – 76) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use..read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 77 and 78 before use.
Page 3 AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom. The rating plate (serial number plate) of the Docking Station is on its bottom. This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard.
Page 4 If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack itself is not cold, it should not affect perform- ance.
Page 5: About Dv
Signal (R-Y/B-Y) Chromatic Chrominance (C) AUDIO This camcorder separates the data into blocks, writing one block of each data type on each track of the tape. Head tracking direction Sub-Code Area The Time Code and Date/Time data are written here, separate from the video data.
Page 6: Provided Accessories
U.K. models) AUDIO/VIDEO cable VIDEO cable (ø 3.5, AUDIO cable (ø 3.5, (Docking Station to TV or camcorder to TV or VCR, camcorder to TV or VCR, VCR, RCA plug 4 RCA plug) mini-plug 4 RCA plug) mini-plug 4 RCA plug)
Page 7 Remote control unit JLIP Video Capture Docking Station RM-V708U or RM-V710U GV-DS1 (referred to in the manual as “Docking Station”) Use of the JLIP Video Capture Docking Station enables you to capture video images from video sources such as camcorders and VCRs. Also refer to the JLIP Video Capture Docking Station's instruction manual.
Page 8: Getting Started
Charging The Battery Pack You can charge one battery pack at a time, or two consecutively. ATTACH Battery pack BN-V812U To AC outlet Charger indicator 2 Power lamp Charger indicator 1 SUPPLY POWER TO CHARGER Plug the AC Adapter/Charger's power cord into an AC outlet.
Page 9: Installing The Battery Pack
NOTES: If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops. When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger, be sure to use the supplied power cord only. The AC Power Adapter/Charger is for use with the BN-V812U Battery Pack only.
Page 10: Indoor Use
Using The CAM Stand During Playback If you leave the camcorder's power on for a long time while using it on a table top etc., the camcorder's surface may become hot. Attach it to the CAM Stand and play back.
Page 11: Clock (Lithium) Battery Cr2025 Insertion/Removal
Clock (Lithium) Battery CR2025 Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to perform date/time settings. Open switch Battery cover OPEN BATTERY COVER 1 Slide the open switch on the battery cover. 2 Pull open the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.
Page 12: Date/Time Settings
“END” to exit. NOTE: If you don’t exit the Date/Time Menu, the clock display will not move but the camcorder’s internal clock continues to operate. Once you close the menu, the date and time in the LCD monitor begin operation from the current date and time, with no delay or loss.
Page 13: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Loading/Unloading A Cassette The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. OPEN/EJECT switch Make sure the window side is facing out. Erase protection switch OPEN CASSETTE DOOR Turn on the power, then slide the OPEN/EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.
Page 14: Recording Mode Setting
Recording mode indicator Hand Strap Attachment The provided Hand Strap helps you to keep a firm hold on the camcorder. Make sure you never hold the camcorder without using the Hand Strap. Eyelet Hand strap ATTACH HAND STRAP Slide the strap through the eyelet, pulling firmly to ensure secure attachment.
Page 15: Sun Hood Attachment
Sun Hood Attachment The sun hood shields the LCD monitor from reflection so that the user can watch it with ease even under direct sunlight. It also helps protect the monitor from damage. LCD monitor Sun hood Lens Sun hood LCD monitor ATTACH SUN HOOD Mount the sun hood on the LCD monitor so...
Page 16: Grip Attachment
Grip Attachment Use of the grip enables stable shooting. Bottom of the camcorder Tripod mounting socket Screw ALIGN Align the grip's screw with the camcorder's socket for tripod mounting, with Grip band When loading/unloading a cassette ..tilt the grip toward you. You can load/unload a cassette with the grip attached.
Page 17: Remote Control Unit
Remote Control Unit You can use the RM-V708U or RM-V710U to control the camcorder when it’s attached to the Docking Station. PAUSE IN connector ( ZOOM Buttons ( pg. 56) DISPLAY Button ( pg. 65) SHIFT Button ( pg. 56)
Page 18: Recording
Full Auto/Manual Operation The following chart shows you which functions are available in the Full Auto and Manual operation modes. According to the shooting mode selector position you have selected, "F.AUTO" or "MANUAL" appears in the upper left corner of the LCD monitor screen.
Page 19: Basic Recording
If 5 minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode, power shuts off automatically to conserve energy and protect the heads. To turn the camcorder on again, set the Power Dial to “OFF”, then to “REC”. As long as you don’t take out the tape you were using or play it back, you can continue from where you left off with no noticeable break on the recorded video.
Page 20 Recording From The Middle Of A Tape When removing a tape on which you were recording, or when you resume recording on a tape after playing back the recording previously made (without taking the tape out between recordings), perform this procedure.
Page 21 When recording is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from "00:00:00". This means the camcorder may record the same time codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent leaving a blank portion on a tape, perform the procedure in "Recording From The Middle of A Tape"...
Page 22 •Be sure to use the provided hand strap. •The grip is also recommended. OPEN LCD MONITOR Hold the camcorder with both hands for stable shooting. •Be careful not to push the LCD monitor or the buttons you do not wish to use.
Page 23 LCD monitor IND/DISPLAY BRIGHT Brightness Control You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by pressing the –/+ button. ADJUST BRIGHTNESS If you want to brighten the image... Press the "+" button. If you want to darken the image... Press the "–"...
Page 24 Lens RECORDING Interface Shooting You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward. START RECORDING Point the lens toward yourself and start recording.
Page 25 Zoom Select any one of the three powers of magnification and get “closer” to the subject ( Simply set the zoom switch to either zoom in (toward “T”) or zoom out (toward “W”). The zoom speed is variable — the quicker you set the zoom switch, the quicker the zoom action. NOTE: Digital zoom (20x and 100x) cannot be used while the Video Echo effect ( Dissolve function (...
Page 26: Advanced Features
Snapshot Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. LCD monitor PUSH-OPEN Press SNAPSHOT during recording SNAPSHOT Press SNAPSHOT during Record/Standby mode OPEN LCD MONITOR Press the PUSH-OPEN switch and open the LCD monitor fully.
Page 27 •If the first scene on the tape was recorded in Snapshot mode or with the Strobe effect, the camcorder may not be able to locate the exact beginning of the scene. Snapshot Search could malfunction if the recorded tape has: •Too little time between Snapshots...
Page 28 RECORDING START/STOP. “5S MODE” appears in the LCD monitor, the tally lamp lights to indicate the start of recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters Record/ Standby mode. • If you press and hold RECORDING START/ STOP within 5 seconds after recording starts, Record/Standby mode is not engaged.
Page 29 Self-Timer Once the camcorder is set, the camcorder operator can become part of the scene in a more natural way adding the final touch to a memorable picture. LCD monitor PUSH-OPEN OPEN LCD MONITOR Press the PUSH-OPEN switch and open the LCD monitor fully.
Page 30 Menus The Recording Menu allows you to set these functions: Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Digital Image Stabilizer, Gain Up, Fade/Wipe ( White Balance ( pg. 44) . The following selection procedure applies to Wide Mode, Zoom Magnification, Stabilization and Gain Up . LCD monitor WIDE MODE O FF...
Page 31 "MANUAL". OFF–When shooting with the camcorder in a fixed position or on a tripod, set the Stabilizer to “OFF”. If you leave it on and then move or turn the camera...
Page 32 System Menu The System Menu allows you to set the following functions: Scene, Beep/Tally, Wind Cut, Sound Mode, ID numbers, and Photo Frame. LCD monitor O FF WIDE MODE 20 X ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO FADER / W IPE MENU TO P.
Page 33: Wind Cut
SOUND Sound signals can be sampled at 32 kHz or 48 kHz. 32 kHz–The camcorder is factory-preset for 32 kHz. This setting enables recording of stereo sound on pg. 46) and four separate channels, and is recommended for use when performing Audio Dubbing.
Page 34: Start Recording
FADE/WIPE Effects Use these to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. Select any one effect from the Fader/Wipe Menu. To use effects that don’t appear in the menu, exchange them ( pg.
Page 35 ACTIVATE FADE OUT OR WIPE OUT When you want to stop recording the scene, press RECORDING START/STOP. Before the camcorder enters the Record/Standby mode, the Fade Out or Wipe Out occurs automati- cally. NOTE: You can extend the length of a fade or wipe by pressing and holding the RECORDING START/ STOP button.
Page 36 When this happens, the Picture Wipe/Dissolve indicator blinks. Try recording again, but don’t turn the power off when you’re finished. The camcorder stores the end point of the last recorded scene, and you can use Picture Wipe/Dissolve between the last scene and the next one.
Page 37 When this function is activated, the camcorder randomly selects the effect used in scene transition (from the Fade and Wipe effects). The camcorder chooses one of the fades/wipes at random. To customize the selection of Fade and Wipe Effects used with Random Variations, refer to the procedures on pg.
Page 38 Exchanging FADE/WIPE Effects You can replace the 5 effects currently appearing in the menu with 5 others. After exchanging, the new effects appear in the Fader/Wipe Menu. LCD monitor WIDE MODE O FF 20 X ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO FADER / W IPE MENU TO P .
Page 39 Refer to page 34 on using the exchanged effects. pg. 35 WHITE FADER MOSAIC FADER SLIDE WIPE SHUTTER WIPE pg. 36 DISSOLVE SLIDE WIPE SHUTTER WIPE pg. 37 RANDOM FADER F ADER / W I P E CUSTOM I ZE WH I T E F ADER B L ACK F ADER D I SSOL VE...
Page 40 P.AE/Effects You can choose any one of the effects from the P.AE/Effects Menu. In addition, you can exchange 5 of the 12 options that appear for other available effects ( LCD monitor P . AE / E FF EC T SEL ECT 1/250 SHUT T ER 1/250...
Page 41 MONOTONE Like classic black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Used together with the Wide Cinema function, it enhances the “classic film” effect. SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a classic look.
Page 42 Exchanging P.AE/Effects You can replace 5 of the effects that appear in the menu with 5 others. Refer to page 40 on using the exchanged effects. LCD monitor WIDE MODE O FF 2 0 X ZOOM D I S GA I N UP TO FADER / W IPE MENU TO P .
Page 43 Press MENU twice. Selection is complete and the menu disappears. NOTES: Connect the camcorder to a TV and set “ON SCREEN” to “ON” in the Date/Time Menu. The display appears on the connected TV when the camcorder is in Record/Standby mode.
Page 44 A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.
Page 45 Manual White Balance Operation If the camera is operating in manual mode, perform a Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting LCD monitor WIDE MODE O FF ZOOM 20 X D I S GA I N UP TO FADER / W IPE MENU TO P.AE / EFFECT MENU TO DATE / TIME MENU...
Page 46 • When shooting a flat wall, a blue sky or an object with little or no contrast. • When wire or other obstacles come between the camcorder and the subject. • When shooting in dark places. • When shooting objects with a detailed design or pattern.
Page 47 Exposure Control Usually this is adjusted automatically. However, when the background is too bright or too dark in compari- son with the subject, the exposure could be corrected manually. EXP. Exposure control indicator FOCUS PRO. EXP. IND/DISPLAY SELECT MODE First make sure the LCD monitor is open fully. Turn the Power Dial to "REC"...
Page 48 Iris Lock Use this function when shooting a moving subject, when zooming, when the subject changes its distance (thus its size in the LCD monitor), or when you want to lock the brightness level. When the subject is close, keep the iris locked. Even when the subject moves away from you, the image will not darken.
Page 49: Playback
To temporarily stop playback, press 46. Press again to resume playback. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged. After 5 minutes in the stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automati- cally turned off.
Page 50: Basic Connections
CAM stand CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR Connect as shown in the illustration. • It is recommended to place the camcorder on the CAM stand for playback ( TURN ON POWER Turn the Power Dial to "PLAY" and turn on the TV/VCR.
Page 51 Docking Station Attachment When you attach your camcorder to the Docking Station, you can add many interesting effects during playback. To DC input jack Core filter To AC outlet To DC jack CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
Page 52 TV Playback * Please refer to your VCR and/or TV instruction manual(s) when connecting. AC Power Adapter/Charger To DC input jack DC cord Core filter White Yellow To VIDEO output jack AC Power Adapter/Charger To DC input jack DC cord Core filter White Yellow...
Page 53 There may be a small margin between the slow- motion playback start point you chose and the start point at which the camcorder actually begins playback in slow motion. NOTES: When using the provided AUDIO/VIDEO cable...
Page 54: Playback Menu
Playback Menu The Playback Menu allows you to set the following functions: Playback Sound (32 kHz, 48 kHz), Synchro Comp, Display and Time Code . The following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp ( LCD monitor 4 8 kHz MODE FULL SOUND 3 2 kHz MODE SOUND 1...
Page 55 Playback Sound During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. (32 kHz is preset to “SOUND 1” and 48 kHz is preset to “FULL SOUND”.)
Page 56: Advanced Features
Playback Zoom The recorded pictures can be magnified up to 10x at any time during playback. Normal playback Press T Press move image SELECT OPERATION MODE First make sure the LCD monitor is open fully. Turn the Power Dial to "PLAY" while pressing down the lock button located on the dial.
Page 57 Playback Effects These effects allow you to be creative with the playback picture. You can use any one of the 5 effects. E F F EC T SEL ECT C L AS S I C F I L M MONOTONE S EP I A STROBE V I DEO ECHO...
Page 58: Editing
Refer to “Docking Station Attachment” on page 51 for attachment procedures. Make sure the camcorder is attached to the Docking Station before beginning editing. Dubbing You can copy recorded scenes from the camcorder onto a videotape. Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual for details. VCR (Recording deck)
Page 59: Brand Setting
Editing. BUTTONS (A) (B) IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try another code from the chart.
Page 60: Random Assemble Editing
Station to the VCR’s remote pause terminal using pg. 52). an editing cable. If you use a JVC VCR not equipped with a remote pause terminal or a non-JVC VCR, connect the Docking Station's editing jack to the remote control's remote pause terminal using an editing cable.
Page 61 Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing. Program T I ME CODE TOTAL 00 : 00 Random Assemble Editing Menu PLAY R.A.EDIT ON/OFF CANCEL pg. 21), the camcorder may not find the CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE pg. 43).
Page 62 PREPARE SOURCE TAPE Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE. ENGAGE VCR'S RECORD-PAUSE MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR's front panel and press VCR RECORD/ STANDBY, or manually engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode.
Page 63: For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record/Standby to Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you’ve recorded scenes you didn’t want. For a cleanly edited tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder against your VCR.
Page 64 Adjustment of VCR‘s against Camcorder Timing IND/DISPLAY VCR (Recording deck) 4 8 kHz MODE FULL SOUND 3 2 kHz MODE SOUND 1 0 . 0 SYNCHRO D I SPLAY T I ME CODE I TEM –/+ BUTTON SET MENU BUTTON...
Page 65: Audio Dubbing
If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded areas. If feedback or howling occurs during TV Playback, move the Docking Station so the camcorder’s micro- phone is away from the TV, or turn down the TV’s volume.
Page 66: Insert Editing
Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. NOTE: Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape. 12:34 FIND EDIT OUT POINT Open the LCD monitor and turn the Power...
Page 67: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer or Technical Service Center. SYMPTOM 1. No power is supplied. 2. Recording cannot be performed. 3. There is no playback picture.
Page 68 SYMPTOM 10. Even though “GAIN UP” was set to “ A ”, scenes shot in dark places are not brightened. 11. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 12. Although the SNAPSHOT button is pressed, the white border does not appear. 13. Digital Zoom doesn’t work.
Page 69 Dissolve before beginning recording. The effects are then automatically activated ( pg. 36). •Do not turn off the camcorder’s power after setting Edit-In and Edit-Out points, as they will all be erased ( pg. 36). •The camcorder automatically shuts off...
Page 70 • When the LCD monitor's fluorescent light reaches the end of its service life, images on the LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer or Technical Service Center. 29. •The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot.
Page 71 When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, please consult your nearest JVC dealer or Technical Service Center. 38. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a tempera- ture of 10°C to 30°C...
Page 72: After Use
Cleaning The Camcorder LCD monitor PUSH-OPEN CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth. REMOVE LENS COVER pg. 14. CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper. RE-ATTACH LENS COVER Do not forcefully re-attach the lens cover as this may damage it.
Page 73: Controls, Indications And Connectors Main Unit
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS Main Unit Stereo microphone Take care not to cover the sensor with your hand while shooting. White Balance Sensor Take care not to cover the sensor with your hand while shooting. Lens cover ... When using an optional conversion lens or lens filter (commercially available), you must first detach the lens cover.
Page 74: Lcd Monitor Indications During Recording
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS AND CONNECTORS & LCD Monitor Indications During Recording NAME & FUNCTION Shooting mode selector position and setting indications Displays shooting mode selector position. When selecting functions, each name ("FOCUS", "EFFECT", "EXP.", etc.) is displayed. Snapshot indicator Wide mode Record-Standby indicator Digital image stabilizer indicator Recording mode indicator...
Page 75: Lcd Monitor Indications During Playback
Appears for 10 seconds after power is turned on if there's no tape loaded. “Tape End” indicator An error number (E01, etc.) appears Consult your nearest JVC dealer. "ERROR: REFER MANUAL" indicator Appears when Audio Dubbing or Insert Editing is impossible. pg. 78) pg.
Page 76: Jlip Video Capture Docking Station
JLIP jack (joint Level Interface Protocol) • It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer. For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer. Information (in English) is also available at our home page: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/ DC input jack ...
Page 77: Cautions
... remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off. 3. To prevent damage to the camcorder ..replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge.
Page 78: Lcd Monitor
20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the Cleaning Cassette’s instructions. If, after using the Cleaning Cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. CAUTIONS LCD monitor 1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT .
Page 79: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS MAIN UNIT General Power Power consumption Format Signal format Video signal recording format Data compression rate Digital compression technology Cassette Tape Speed Maximum recording time Continuous recoring time Fast-Forward/Rewind Time Pickup Zoom Lens diameter (Filter Diameter) LCD monitor Minimum required illumination White balance Iris Microphone...
Page 80: Battery Pack
BATTERY PACK Power Dimensions Weight REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Power Battery Life Effective distance Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight AC ADAPTER/CHARGER Power Power consumption Output power Operating temperature Dimensions Weight JLIP VIDEO CAPTURE DOCKING STATION Connectors S-Video (S2 output) Video Audio JLIP (x 2) Digital...
Page 81: Glossary Of Terms
(See “White Balance”.) AC Adapter Used when charging the battery. Or, when connected directly to the camcorder, it can be used as a power supply. Auto focus Focus can be set for automatic adjustment, for beginners who find the adjustment difficult.
Page 82: Index
Audio Dubbing ... Auto Focus ... Auto Shut off ... Battery ... Battery Low ... Beep/Tally ... Charging ... Cleaning The Camcorder ... Connections ... Date/Time Display ... Date/Time Settings ... Digital Image Stabilizer ... Digital Zoom ... Docking Station ...

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