Page 1: Table Of Contents
USER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING 56 – 62 INDEX 63 – 68 Docking Station ... 63 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 64 Indications ... 66 CAUTIONS 69 – 71 TERMS 72 – 73 SPECIFICATIONS 74 – 75 LYT0633-001A ENGLISH 6 – 13...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page. •...
Page 3 Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided shoulder strap.
Page 4: Provided Accessories
•Docking Station CU-V503E •Remote Control Unit RM-V716U •Cleaning Cloth •Editing Cable (One plug has 3 rings around the pin, and the other has 1 ring around the pin.) •PC Connection Cable PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V51EG or AA-V51EK •DC Cord •Cable Adapter •...
Page 5: Automatic Demonstration
How To Attach Core Filters Attach the provided Core Filters to an optional S-Video cable or Audio/Video (RCA plug – RCA plug) cable. Core Filters reduce interference. Stopper Release the Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. stoppers on both 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the Core ends of the Core Filter.
Page 6: Getting Started
CHARGE Battery pack indicator BN-V507U or BN-V514U POWER indicator AC Power Adapter/Charger DC OUT connector Battery pack BN-V507U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. BN-V514U (optional) approx. 3 hrs. NOTES: Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging.
Page 7: Using Ac Power
BATT. RELEASE Switch ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. INFORMATION: VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or AA-V80EK AC Power Adapter/Charger.
Page 8: Grip Adjustment
Power Zoom Lever START/STOP Button PAUSE Dioptre Adjustment Control Grip Adjustment Lock Button Viewfinder Adjustment POWER Switch MODE Dial Tripod Mounting CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small- sized tripod.
Page 9 POWER Switch POWER Lamp Lock Button Operation Switch MENU Wheel Display – – – – – DISPLAY MENU Date/Time Settings The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback ( Set the Operation Switch to “...
Page 10: Loading/Unloading Cassette
Cassette holder cover Cassette holder Make sure the window side is facing out. PUSH HERE OPEN/EJECT Switch Erase protection tab* * To Protect Valuable Recordings ..slide the erase protection tab on the back of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This prevents the tape from being recorded over.
Page 11 POWER Switch POWER Lamp Lock Button Operation Switch MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen Sub Menu Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Set the Operation Switch to “ Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Page 12: Operation Mode
To turn on the camcorder, set the POWER Switch to any operation mode except “OFF” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch. POWER Switch POWER Lamp Lock Button Operation Switch When the Operation Switch is set to “ “F.
Page 13 The following indications appear in the upper left corner, depending on the MODE Dial position. No display : When set to “VIDEO” PS : When set to “ ” MODE Dial MODE Dial Position MODE VIDEO (Progressive mode) Function •Allows you to record video and still images.
Page 14: Recording
POWER Switch POWER Lamp Lock Button MODE Dial START/STOP Button Display 90 min 89 min (Now calculating) 0 min 1 min (Blinking) (Blinking) Tally lamp (lights while recording is in progress) BR I GHT RECORDING NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listed below.
Page 15: Journalistic Shooting
NOTES: When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead. The image will not appear simultaneously in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached. There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover until the cassette holder opens.
Page 16 MENU Wheel MODE Dial SNAPSHOT Button Display –UP * There is the sound effect of a shutter closing. When the MODE Dial is set to “ recording will be performed with higher quality pg. 20). RECORDING Snapshot This feature lets you record still images that look like photographs onto a tape.
Page 17 Zoom in (T: Telephoto) 1 xW 1 0 xW 20xW Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom display 1 0 x W Digital zoom zone 10X (optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio POWER Switch Power Zoom Lever Zooming FEATURE: PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous 40xW change in image magnification.
Page 18 NOTE: Recording From The Middle Of A Tape Time Code During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded scene on the tape during playback. If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00” (minute:second:frame).
Page 19: Auto Focus
Focus detection zone Auto Focus FEATURE: PURPOSE: The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx. 5 cm to the subject) to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
Page 20: Advanced Features
START/STOP Button MODE Dial SNAPSHOT Button RECORDING Progressive Mode Recording This mode lets you record moving images (successive jitter-free still images) onto a tape. Images can then played POWER Switch back jitter-free, with superior quality. High-resolution still images can also be processed on a personal computer or can be printed out ( Lock Button Set the MODE Dial to “...
Page 21 Description of Progressive Scan CCD Progressive Scan is a special image sensing method which, unlike conventional interlace scanning, is able to pick up all the lines of picture information in one Scan. Since the Progressive Scan CCD is capable of outputting 50 full Frames* per second —...
Page 22: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
POWER Switch Lock Button Operation Switch MENU Wheel Display – – – – – – Sub Menu RECORDING Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ( Set the Operation Switch to “...
Page 23 Menu Screen Explanations Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( FADER/WIPE Refer to “Programme AE With Special Effects” ( P.AE/EFFECT Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” W.BALANCE REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference ( SOUND 12 BIT...
Page 24 Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) DEMO. MODE SELF-TIMER ANIM. TELE MACRO WIDE MODE CINEMA SQUEEZE PS-WIDE : Factory-preset RECORDING Demonstrates certain functions such as Programme AE with special effects, etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When “DEMO. MODE”...
Page 25 WIND Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind. Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ sound will change. This is normal. Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from appearing on the connected TV screen. SCREEN LCD/TV Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is...
Page 26 START/STOP Button SNAPSHOT Button MENU Wheel Display – When START/STOP or SNAPSHOT is pressed, the tally lamp changes as shown: RECORDING Self-Timer POWER Switch 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.
Page 27: Second Recording
START/STOP Button MODE Dial POWER Switch Lock Button Operation Switch SNAPSHOT Button MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen – I M. 5-Second Recording Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips to keep the action moving. This function is available only for video recording.
Page 28 Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Use them to spice up the transition from one scene to the next. You can also vary transitions from scene to scene. IMPORTANT: Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with certain modes of Programme AE with special effects ( pg.
Page 29 Fader And Wipe Menu Menu FADER — WHITE FADER — BLACK FADER — B.W WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE — DOOR WIPE — SCROLL WIPE — SHUTTER DISSOLVE WIPE — CORNER WIPE — WINDOW WIPE — SLIDE WIPE —...
Page 30: Programme Ae With Special Effects
IMPORTANT: Some modes of Programme AE with special effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe Effects ( pg. 29). If an unusable mode is selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. MODE Dial MENU Wheel Display 1/50 1/50 1/100 1/100 1/250 1/250 RECORDING...
Page 31 TWILIGHT Makes evening scenes look more natural. White Balance ( pg. 33) is initially set to but can be changed to your desired setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10 m to infinity. From less than 10 m, adjust the focus manually.
Page 32: Exposure Control
Exposure Control Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright. • When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing. •...
Page 33: White Balance Adjustment
White Balance Adjustment 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, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction.
Page 34: Playback
Play/Pause Button (4/6) Fast-Forward Button (3) Rewind Button (2) Stop Button (5) Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) MENU Wheel Speaker Still Playback: Pauses during playback. 1) Press 4/6 during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again. If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically engaged.
Page 35: Advanced Features
PLAYBACK Advanced Features START/STOP Button POWER Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen NOTES: It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN settings by pressing DISPLAY on the remote control (provided). “REC MODE” can be set when the Operation Switch is set to “...
Page 36 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. According to the menu access explanation on pg. 35, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the desired parameter.
Page 37: Blank Search
Stop Button (5) POWER Switch Lock Button MENU Wheel Display Menu Screen BLANK SEARCH Blank Search Helps you find where you should start recording in the middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption ( Load a tape ( pg.
Page 38: Connections
These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible only with regular video signal To TV or VCR Cable Adapter (provided) Set to CVBS...
Page 39 C. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V input (RCA type) connectors To TV or VCR Yellow to VIDEO IN White to AUDIO L IN Red to AUDIO R IN To S-VIDEO IN Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( If using a VCR .
Page 40: Advanced Connections
PC with DV connector-equipped capture board To DV connector Core filter DV cable* Core filter To DV Open the connector cover. * Use the DV cable provided with the capture board. POWER Switch Lock Button CONNECTIONS Connection To A Personal Computer This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration.
Page 41: Connections
Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected units. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. Core filter pg. 43), which...
Page 42: Dubbing
POWER Switch Lock Button Red to AUDIO R White to AUDIO L Audio/Video cable [RCA plug to RCA plug] (optional) Cable Adapter (provided) If your VCR has a SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. * Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. Dubbing To A VCR Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and the VCR.
Page 43: Dubbing To A Video Unit
47) or “Snapshot” is attempted during playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV OUT connector. When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable. ”...
Page 44: Using The Remote Control Unit
– Transmitted beam effective area USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional playback functions possible.
Page 45 Buttons Infrared beam transmitting window Zoom (T/W) Buttons DISPLAY Button SHIFT Button SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons Left/Right Buttons REW Button FADE/WIPE Button EFFECT ON/OFF Button EFFECT Button PAUSE IN Connector START/STOP Button MBR SET Button SNAPSHOT Button Up Button INSERT Button* Down Button A.
Page 46: Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback And Playback Zoom
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Remote sensor Zoom Buttons SHIFT Left or SLOW Rewind Button Right or SLOW Forward Button Normal playback Press T Playback Zoom FEATURE: PURPOSE: To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.
Page 47: Playback Special Effects
PLAYBACK BACK EFFECT Select Menu Remote sensor PLAY EFFECT EFFECT ON/OFF Playback Special Effects FEATURE: PURPOSE: To allow you to add creative effects to the playback image. OPERATION: 1) To start playback, press PLAY (4). 2) Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press EFFECT.
Page 48: Random Assemble Editing
MBR SET VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME (A) (B) IMPORTANT PHILIPS 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: SANYO SELECO, SHARP SONY...
Page 49: Make Connections
• Make sure you connect the end with the core filter to the camcorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS Also refer to pg. 38 and 39. A JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector ..connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE connector.
Page 50 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Programme MODE – – – – – – – – – – Remote sensor FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL NOTES: When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between them.
Page 51 START/STOP Button Random Assemble – – Editing Menu – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Remote Sensor FADE/WIPE EFFECT EDIT IN/OUT CANCEL AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).
Page 52: For More Accurate Editing
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Programme 1 MODE – – – – – – – – – – (Recording deck) Remote sensor For More Accurate Editing Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to Random Assemble Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing Editing Menu for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time, you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have...
Page 53 MENU Dial Display 1 . 0 (Recording deck) ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then press the MENU wheel. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU wheel to select “...
Page 54: Audio Dubbing
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Display Speaker Stereo microphone Remote sensor External microphone input connector AV OUT (headphone) connector DISPLAY A.DUB PLAY PAUSE STOP Audio Dubbing Audio Dub The audio track can be customized only when recorded in Standby mode the 12-bit mode ( NOTES: Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in...
Page 55: User Maintenance
USER MAINTENANCE After Use Turn off the camcorder. Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette holder cover open until it locks. The cassette holder opens automatically. Remove the cassette. Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder. •Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically.
Page 56: Troubleshooting
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes;...
Page 57 SYMPTOM 6. The focus does not adjust automatically. 7. The cassette will not load properly. 8. In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed. 9. Snapshot mode cannot be used. 10. The colour of Snapshot looks strange. 11.
Page 58 SYMPTOM 15. The Dissolve function does not work. 16. The Picture Wipe and Dissolve functions do not work. 17. The picture wipe function does not work. 18. Scene transition does not go as expected. TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSES 15. •The Sepia, Monotone or Slow Shutter mode of Programme AE with special effects is activated.
Page 59 SYMPTOM 19. The Video Echo mode does not work. 20. Even when Slow Shutter is not selected, the image looks like it is activated. 21. There is no strobe when the Classic Film or Strobe mode is activated. 22. White Balance cannot be activated.
Page 60 LCD monitor become dark. Consult your nearest JVC dealer. 28. •The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. 29. •This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.
Page 61 SYMPTOM 32. During recording, sound cannot be heard. 33. Play, Rewind and Fast- Forward functions do not work. 34. The tape is moving, but there is no picture. 35. The LCD monitor image is distorted. 36. Images on the LCD monitor are jittery.
Page 62: Troubleshooting
If the indication remains even though you repeat the above two or three times, please consult your nearest JVC dealer. 41. •To protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C ( pg.
Page 63: Index
INDEX Docking Station PC Connector [DIGITAL STILL] ... J Terminal/Edit Connector [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) (EDIT)] ... •Connect to a JLIP-compatible camcorder or VCR to control it from the computer using the provided Software. NOTE: Make sure that the camcorder is turned on while connecting the camcorder to a PC using the Docking Station’s JLIP connector.
Page 64: Controls, Connectors And Indicators
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators &...
Page 65 Controls START/STOP Button ... •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ... •Speaker/Headphone Volume Control [VOL.] ... •MENU Wheel [+, –, 4] ... •LCD Monitor Brightness Control [+, –] ... Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ... Battery Release Switch [BATT. RELEASE] ... OPEN/EJECT Switch ... •Play/Pause Button [4/6] ...
Page 66: Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording * Appears when the Operation switch is set to “ ”. Displays the shooting mode position. ( Appears when backlight compensation is used. Appears when the white balance is adjusted. Appears when the exposure is adjusted. Displays the selected Program AE with special effects.
Page 67 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Playback Displays the sound mode. Displays the Blank Search mode. BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. ( VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone volume. The level indicator moves. Displays the time code. Displays the tape speed.
Page 68 When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. INDEX Indications (cont.) Function ”...
Page 69: Cautions
CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the remote control is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- hausted. Replace them with fresh ones. Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Please make note of the following rules for battery use.
Page 70: Main Unit
Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use ..make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark..be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals.
Page 71 Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s instructions. If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Mechanical moving parts used to move the video heads and video tape tend to become dirty and worn out over time.
Page 72: Terms
AC Power Adapter/Charger ... Animation ... Audio Dubbing ... Auto Date ... Auto Focus ... Auto Shut off ... Backlight Compensation ... Battery Low ... Battery Pack ... Beep/Tally ... Blank Search ... Brighten The LCD Monitor ... Built-in Clock’s Lithium Battery ... Channels (Left/Right) ...
Page 73 Picture Wipe/Dissolve ... Playback Special Effects ... Playback Zoom ... POWER Switch Position ... Printer ... Programme AE With Special Effects ... Progressive Mode ... Progressive Wide ... Provided Accessories ... Random Assemble Editing ... Record-Standby ... Recording Mode ... Remote Control ...
Page 74: Specifications
For General Power supply Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewfinder off Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Pickup Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor Viewfinder Speaker For Digital Video Camera Format Signal format Recording/Playback format...
Page 75: Specifications
AC power adapter/charger AA-V51EG or AA-V51EK Power requirement Power consumption Output Charge Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight AA-V51EG AA-V51EK For General Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight For Connectors S-Video output Video output Audio output JLIP (EDIT) PC (DIGITAL STILL) External microphone input Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated.

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