JVC Camcorder GR AXM18U User Manual

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
GR-AXM18U  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which  
is located on the bottom of the camcorder.  
Retain this information for future reference.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
CONTENTS  
GETTING STARTED  
5 ~ 9  
RECORDING/PLAYBACK 9 ~ 10  
BASIC FEATURES  
MENU SETTINGS  
REFERENCES  
10 ~ 12  
12 ~ 15  
16 ~ 18  
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION  
Dear Customer,  
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact  
VHS camcorder. Before use, please read  
“SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (pg. 3, 4) to  
ensure safe use of this product.  
Automatic Demonstration takes  
place when “DEMO MODE” is set to  
“ON” (factory-preset).  
Available when the Power Switch is set to  
” or “ ”.  
To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set  
“DEMO MODE” to “OFF” (pg. 15).  
LYT1519-001A  
 
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
CAUTIONS  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot  
be used for playback with a television of a  
different standard. However, live recording and  
LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible  
anywhere.  
Use the JVC BN-V10U/V12U/V20U/V400U  
battery packs and, to recharge them or to  
supply power to the camcorder from an AC  
outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC  
Adapter.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an  
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the  
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
(An appropriate conversion adapter may be  
necessary to accommodate different designs  
of AC outlets in different countries.)  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in  
the literature accompanying the appliance.  
NOTES:  
The rating plate (serial number plate) and  
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the  
back of the main unit.  
WARNING:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR  
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT  
EXPOSETHIS APPARATUSTO RAIN  
OR MOISTURE.  
The rating information and safety caution of  
the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower  
sides.  
ATTENTION  
The product that you have purchased is powered  
by rechargeable battery. The battery is  
a
recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under  
various state and local laws, it may be illegal to  
dispose of this battery into the municipal waste  
stream. Check with your local solid waste officials  
for details in your area for recycling options or  
proper disposal.  
Only cassettes marked  
can be used with this camcorder.  
 
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The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates  
JVC is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end  
of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States. The RBRC® program provides a  
convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream,  
which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery  
recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. JVC’s involvement in this program is part of our  
commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.  
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all  
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws  
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.  
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower  
vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.  
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1)Read these instructions.  
2)Keep these instructions.  
3)Heed all warnings.  
10)Use only with the cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table  
specified by the manufacturer,  
or sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used, use  
caution when moving the cart/apparatus  
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.  
4)Follow all instructions.  
5)Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6)Clean only with dry cloth.  
11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning  
storms or when unused for long periods of  
time.  
7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install  
in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
12)Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when the  
apparatus has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or plug is  
8)Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus  
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does  
not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
9)Only use attachments/accessories specified  
by the manufacturer.  
 
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CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS  
Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.  
Eyepiece  
1
3
5
4
2
During  
shooting  
$
(
%
)
&
Connector  
Cover  
Keep the lens  
cap attached to  
the camcorder  
6
7
Cassette holder  
5
8
9
! "  
#
Viewfinder  
+
Turn the gear  
to take up  
slack  
Speaker  
~
LCD monitor  
-
Erase  
protection tab  
,
Microphone  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications  
During Recording During Playback  
0
.
1
4
/
:
;
2
5
3
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120M I N  
REC SP  
T
30  
SP  
2 3 4 5  
AT  
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:
:
TBC  
1
{
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>
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[
+
02  
MWB  
PAUSE  
1X  
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^
5
M I N  
BR I GHT  
1 / 2S  
– – – – – – – – – –  
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+
CONGRATULAT I ONS  
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DEC 25. 05 AM 11 45 18  
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a
b
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+
VOLUME  
pg. 16 for “Warning Indications”  
 
5
1
2
• MENU Wheel [–, +]............................... pg. 8  
• BRIGHT Wheel [–, +].......................... pg. 14  
• Speaker Volume Control [VOL.].......... pg. 10  
• TRACKING Wheel [–, +]..................... pg. 11  
5- Second Recording Button  
;
<
Tape Length Indicator........................... pg. 14  
Zoom Indicator Bar............................... pg. 10  
a Zoom Level Indicator  
b Approximate Zoom Ratio  
=
>
?
@
[
\
Recording Indicator ................................ pg. 9  
Digital Effect Indicator........................... pg. 13  
Program AE Indicator............................ pg. 13  
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ............... pg. 13  
Picture Stabilizer Indicator.................... pg. 14  
• Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator pg. 15  
• 5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator ................. pg. 10  
Instant Title Display .............................. pg. 14  
Date/Time Display ................................ pg. 15  
Bright Level Indicator............................ pg. 14  
Focus Indicator..................................... pg. 10  
Exposure Control Level Counter .......... pg. 13  
White Balance Mode Indicator ............. pg. 14  
Record-Standby Mode Indicator............. pg. 9  
[5 SEC. REC]...................................... pg. 10  
Power Zoom Lever [T/W]...................... pg. 10  
3
4
• Manual Focus Button [  
FOCUS].... pg. 10  
• Time Base Corrector Button [TBC]..... pg. 11  
Shoulder Strap Eyelets........................... pg. 9  
Audio Output Connector [A].................. pg. 11  
Video Output Connector [V].................. pg. 11  
Battery Release Switch  
[BATTERY RELEASE]............................ pg. 7  
DC IN Connector .................................... pg. 7  
• Recording Start/Stop Button ................ pg. 9  
• REFRESH Button................................. pg. 7  
Lock Button............................................. pg. 8  
5
6
7
8
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}
V
0
1
2
3
4
9
!
"
: Cassette Indicator ...................... pg. 16  
TBC Indicator ....................................... pg. 11  
Tape Counter........................................ pg. 15  
Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ...... pg. 13  
Tape Running Indicator  
3: Playback  
¡: Fast-Forward/ Shuttle Search  
1: Rewind/ Shuttle Search  
#
$
%
Power Switch [PLAY, OFF,  
,
].... pg. 7, 8, 9  
POWER/CHARGE Lamp........................ pg. 7  
• Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .. pg. 10  
• Fast-Forward Button [F]........................ pg. 9  
• Play/ Pause Button............................... pg. 9  
• Backlight Compensation Button ......... pg. 10  
• Stop Button [STOP].............................. pg. 9  
• Eject [EJECT] Button ........................... pg. 9  
• Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ... pg. 10  
&
(
)
8: Pause  
5
6
Tracking Indicator ................................. pg. 11  
VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator......... pg. 10  
• Quick Review Button [  
R] ............. pg. 10  
• Rewind Button [R] ................................ pg. 9  
Close Button........................................... pg. 9  
Diopter Adjustment Control .................... pg. 8  
Grip Strap ............................................... pg. 8  
Tripod Mounting Socket.......................... pg. 9  
Tape Remaining Time ........................... pg. 14  
Recording Mode Indicator .................... pg. 13  
Backlight Compensation Indicator ........ pg. 10  
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Using the Battery Pack  
GETTING STARTED  
Hook on  
Perform step 1) of “Charging the Battery Pack”.  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
Battery Pack Viewfinder on LCD monitor on  
BN-V10U  
100  
105  
80  
85  
Push in  
BN-V12U  
(optional)  
Power Switch  
BN-V20U  
(optional)  
170  
400  
140  
330  
BATTERY RELEASE  
Switch  
BN-V400U  
(optional)  
Battery pack  
Using AC Power  
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder  
To AC outlet  
(step 2) of “Charging the Battery Pack”).  
To DC IN  
connector  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110V  
to 240V.  
AC Adapter  
ATTENTION:  
Charging the Battery Pack  
Before detaching the power source, make sure  
that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure  
to do so can cause the camcorder to  
malfunction.  
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the  
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks  
in place.  
If the battery pack is attached wrongly,  
malfunction may occur.  
a
REFRESH:  
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before  
recharging or storing it for a long period of time,  
otherwise the battery performance will be  
reduced.  
2) Set the Power Switch  
#
to “OFF” while  
. Connect  
pressing down the Lock Button  
"
the AC Adapter to the DC IN connector  
then plug the AC Adapter to the AC Outlet.  
9,  
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of “Charging the  
Battery Pack”.  
3) The CHARGE lamp  
$
blinks to indicate  
charging.  
2) Press REFRESH ! for over 4 seconds.The  
CHARGE lamp $ blinks faster to indicate  
discharging.  
3) When discharging is finished, charging  
automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp  
$ blinks normally.  
4) When the CHARGE lamp  
$
stops blinking  
and turns off, charging is finished. Unplug the  
AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the  
AC Adapter from the camcorder.  
To Detach The Battery Pack…  
… slide BATTERY RELEASE  
battery pack.  
8
and pull out the  
Battery Pack  
Charging time  
BN-V10U  
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 40 min.  
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.  
approx. 5 hrs. 10 min.  
BN-V12U (optional)  
BN-V20U (optional)  
BN-V400U (optional)  
Charging time is for a fully discharged battery pack.  
 
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STORE BATTERY:  
7) Press the MENU Wheel  
1
in to select “3EXIT”  
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack by performing the  
following steps before storing it for a long period af time,  
otherwise the battery performance will be reduced.  
1) Attach the battery to the camcorder with no cassette  
inserted.  
to close the Menu Screen.  
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s  
display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME  
DISP. (pg. 15) in SYSTEM MENU 1.  
The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the  
built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an  
authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the  
date/time as necessary before you start shooting.  
2) Set the Power Switch  
#
".  
to “ ” or “ ” while pressing  
down the Lock Button  
During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot  
be operated.  
12-hour  
indicationwith  
AM or PM  
Charging and discharging are not possible if the wrong  
type of battery is used.  
D A T E  
T
I M E SE T  
Y E A R  
MO N T H  
D A Y  
2 0 0  
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When charging the battery pack for the first time or after  
J A N  
2 8  
a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp  
$
may not  
T
I M E  
PM  
8
:
2 0  
light. Remove the battery pack from the camcorder,  
then try charging again.  
If  
a
fully-charged battery’s operation time remains  
R E TURN  
extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please  
purchase a new one.  
Perform charging where the temperature is between  
10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to  
77°F) is the ideal temperature range. If the environment  
is too cold, charging may be incomplete.  
Grip Adjustment  
1) Separate the Velcro strip.  
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily  
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button  
Charging time varies according to the ambient  
temperature and the status of the battery pack.  
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it  
becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in  
well-ventilated areas.  
!
and  
Power Zoom Lever  
3. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
3
The following operation stops charging or discharging:  
Set the Power Switch  
Disconnect AC Adapter from the AC outlet.  
Detach the battery from the camcorder.  
#
to “PLAY”, “ ” or “ ”.  
!
Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger,  
you can charge the BN-V10U/V12U/V20U/V400U  
battery pack without the camcorder.  
Velcro  
strip  
However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.  
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC  
Adapter near a radio.  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or  
Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the  
LCD monitor is used repeatedly.  
1) Set the Power Switch  
#
to  
"
or  
while  
pressing down the Lock Button  
.
2) Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.  
Pull up the viewfinder and adjust it manually to get  
the best view.  
3) Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
Before extended use, it is recommended that you  
prepare enough battery packs to cover  
planned shooting time.  
3
times the  
+
until the  
Date/Time Settings  
1) Set the Power Switch  
down the Lock Button  
2) Press the MENU Wheel  
Screen appears.  
#
to “ ” while pressing  
"
.
1
in. The TOP MENU  
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select “3TO  
SYSTEM MENU” and press it.  
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select “3DATE/  
+
TIME SET” and press it. The DATE/TIME SET  
Menu appears.  
5) To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME” (hour/  
minute), rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select the  
desired item, and press it. When the setting  
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
until  
the correct setting appears and then press it. The  
setting stops blinking.  
6) When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,  
“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select “3RETURN” and press it, to go to Menu  
Screen.  
 
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Shoulder Strap Attachment  
Cassette holder  
Thread the strap through the eyelet  
5, then fold it  
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the  
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the  
(
other eyelet  
5, making sure the strap is not twisted.  
Adjust the length.  
90°  
180°  
5
~
Erase protection tab  
RECORDING  
Set REC MODE, TAPE LENGTH and DATE/TIME. (pg.  
12 – 15, “MENU SETTINGS”)  
1) Remove the lens cap. Set the Power Switch  
or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button  
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the  
LCD monitor is closed and locked.  
#
"
to “  
.
Tripod Mounting  
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
tripod with the tripod mounting socket  
tighten the screw.  
-
-. Then  
Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure the  
LCD monitor is fully open.  
The camcorder is in Record-Standby mode and “PAUSE”  
V
is displayed.  
The viewfinder and LCD monitor cannot be used  
simultaneously. Therefore, when opening the LCD  
monitor and tilting it upward to 180°, you cannot view  
any image in the viewfinder. However, you can shoot  
yourself while viewing your own image on the LCD  
monitor.  
2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button  
!
.
=
appears while recording is in progress.  
CAUTION:  
When using a tripod, be sure to extend its legs fully to stabilize  
the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a small tripod.  
To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop  
Button  
mode.  
!. The camcorder re-enters Record-Standby  
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor:  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
When the Power Switch  
#
is set to “ ”, adjust “LCD  
BRIGHT” in SYSTEM MENU (pg. 14).  
1) Open the LCD monitor fully and keep it aligned vertically  
with the camera (do not tilt it). Press EJECT  
(
for more  
PLAYBACK  
than 2 seconds until the cassette holder opens. Do not  
1) Load  
Cassette”).  
2) Set the Power Switch  
pressing down the Lock Button  
playback, press 3/8  
To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback),  
press 3/8 . To stop playback, press  
Press 1 to rewind, or ¡ to fast-forward.  
High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is  
a
tape (“Loading/Unloading  
A
force open.  
2) When inserting a cassette, make sure the label is facing  
#
to "PLAY" while  
. To start  
outward.  
"
3) Press the Close button  
~
to close the cassette holder  
&
.
until it locks in place. Close the LCD monitor.  
Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still  
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.  
Make sure the erase protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have  
removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the  
hole with adhesive tape.  
The cassette holder cannot be opened while the  
camcorder is in record mode or detached from power  
source.  
&
7
(.  
)
%
possible by pressing1  
)
or  
¡
%
during  
playback.  
During playback, holding 1  
)
or ¡  
%
down  
continues the search as long as you hold the  
button.  
For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after  
about 5 minutes in the Record-Standby or  
Stop mode.  
 
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To turn on again, set the Power Switch  
“OFF”, then to “ ”, “ ” or “PLAY”.  
#
to  
4) To cancel the Manual Focus, press  
. “ disappears and Auto Focus is  
applied.  
FOCUS  
4
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When the Power Switch  
#
is set to “ ”, “  
or “PLAY”, and the LCD monitor is opened at  
an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD  
monitor switches on and the viewfinder  
switches off automatically to save power.  
The playback picture can be viewed in the  
viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut), on the  
LCD monitor or on a connected TV (pg. 11,  
“Connections To A TV/VCR”).  
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any  
farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
Zooming  
To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry  
extends the maximum magnification offered by  
optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever  
3
towards “T” to zoom  
in, or “W” to zoom out.  
To control the speaker volume  
6, rotate the  
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever  
MENU Wheel towards “+” to turn up, or  
1
3
, the quicker the zoom action.  
towards “–” to turn down. While shooting,  
sound is not heard from the speaker.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search.  
This is normal.  
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In  
this case, set the zoom while in Record–Standby,  
lock the focus by using the manual focus, then zoom  
in or out in Record mode.  
The zoom level indicator  
<
-a moves during  
-a  
zoom. Once the zoom level indicator  
<
BASIC FEATURES  
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)  
reaches the top, all magnification from that  
point is through digital processing.  
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may  
suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” (੬  
pg. 14) to “OFF” in CAMERA MENU.  
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick  
scene transitions like those seen on TV.  
1) Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.  
2) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC  
Quick Review  
To check the end of the last recording.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in Record–  
Standby mode.  
2
reserved.  
.
5S  
\
appears and 5Sec. Rec is  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Buttons  
!.  
2) Press  
)
and release quickly.  
Recording starts, and after 5 seconds, the  
camcorder re-enters Record–Standby mode  
automatically.  
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and  
played back automatically, then pauses in  
Record–Standby mode for the next shot.  
Distortion may occur at the start of playback.  
This is normal.  
4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press  
5SEC. REC  
2
again so that  
5S  
\
disappears.  
Retake  
Fade/Wipe (pg. 13) cannot be activated  
during 5Sec. Rec.  
To re-record certain segments.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in Record–  
Standby mode.  
Backlight Compensation  
To increase the brightness of the subject relative  
to the background.  
2) Press and hold either RETAKE ¡  
%
or 1  
)
to reach the start point for new recording.  
1) Press BACKLIGHT  
is displayed and the subject is brightened.  
2) To cancel Backlight Compensation, press  
&
during recording. “  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button  
!
to  
:
start recording.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
BACKLIGHT  
&
again. “  
:
disappears.  
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is  
normal.  
Backlight Compensation functions in both  
recording modes (“ ” or “ ”).  
Using BACKLIGHT  
&
may brighten the subject,  
resulting in a washed out or white image.  
BACKLIGHT  
&
and Manual Exposure mode  
(pg. 13) cannot be used simultaneously.  
Auto/Manual Focus  
If correct focus cannot be obtained with Auto  
Focus, use Manual Focus.  
1) Set the Power Switch  
#
"
to “ ” while pressing  
.
down the Lock Button  
2) Press  
3) To focus on a distant subject, rotate the MENU  
Wheel upward. 2” appears and blinks. To  
focus on a close subject, rotate the MENU  
Wheel downward. 3” appears and blinks.  
FOCUS  
4
. “  
{
appears.  
1
1
 
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Tracking  
Connections To A TV/VCR  
Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen  
1) Make sure all units are turned off.  
during playback. To activate Manual Tracking:  
2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR. If  
using both TV and VCR, connect the VCR  
output to the TV input.  
3) Turn on all units. Set the VCR to its AUX input  
mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.  
Be sure to lower the TV volume to its minimum  
to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the  
camcorder is turned on.  
If you have a TV or speakers that are not  
specially shielded, do not place the speakers  
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in  
the camcorder playback picture.  
1) Press the TRACKING Wheel  
1
for approx. 2  
so that the  
seconds. “MT”  
5
appears.  
2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel  
1
noise bars disappear.  
To return to Auto Tracking, press the  
TRACKING Wheel  
set the Power Switch  
“PLAY” again. “AT”  
1
for approx. 2 seconds or  
#
to “OFF” and then  
blinks. When Auto  
5
Tracking finishes, the indication disappears.  
When noise bars appear during playback, the  
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and  
AT”  
5
appears.  
Manual Tracking may not work with tapes  
recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.  
White to Audio  
TBC (Time Base Corrector)  
Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to  
deliver a stable picture even with old tapes.  
6
Output  
To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC  
4
during playback for more than 1 second. “TBC”  
Yellow toVideo  
1
is displayed.  
7
Output  
The “TBC” indicator  
1
turns green (grey with  
black/white  
Connector  
Cover  
a
camcorder equipped with  
a
viewfinder) while TBC is working, and white  
while TBC is not operative.  
TBC does not work during Still Playback and  
Shuttle Search (pg. 9).  
It may take a few seconds before TBC actually  
starts working.  
The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode  
is activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out  
points or when normal playback resumes after  
Still Playback or Shuttle Search (pg. 9).  
If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is  
set to on, turn off TBC.  
A/V cable  
TV  
White to  
Audio Input  
VCR  
Yellow to Video  
Input  
Tape Dubbing  
1) Connect the camcorder and the VCR (pg.  
11, “Connections To TV/VCR”). Set the  
Power Switch to “PLAY” while pressing  
down the Lock Button , turn on the VCR’s  
A
#
"
power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in  
the camcorder and the VCR.  
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause  
modes.  
2) Press 3/8  
&
to find a spot just before the  
edit-in point. Once it is reached, press 3/8  
&
again.  
3) Press 3/8  
&
and engage the VCR’s Record  
mode.  
4) Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and  
press 3/8  
&.  
Repeat steps 2) through 4) for additional  
editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder  
when finished.  
 
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During special-effect playback (slow motion,  
still frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or  
noise bars may appear on the screen.  
Using The Cassette Adapter (Optional)  
Use this to play back an VHS-C video cassette  
recorded with this camcorder on VHS VCR.  
1) Slide the latch 1 to open the compartment  
door, then insert the cassette and close the  
compartment door 2.  
MENU SETTINGS  
This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while  
recording.  
1) Set the Power Switch  
If the color shown in the window 4 is green or  
red, turn the dial in the direction of  
5
#
"
to “ ” while pressing  
.
“UNLOADING” so that color changes to blue.  
down the Lock Button  
2) Turn the dial 5 in the direction of “LOADING”  
2) Press the MENU Wheel  
1
in. The TOP MENU  
all the way until it stops.  
Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
The color shown in the window 4 changes  
from blue \ red \ green (indicating playback  
is possible).  
to select the desired menu or function and  
press it.  
3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and  
T O P M E N U  
E X P O S U R E  
A U T O  
O F F  
play the tape back.  
P
D
.
I
A E  
G I  
To record on a VCR using a compact cassette  
and the adapter, cover the adapter’s recording  
safety hole with Adhesive tape.  
F
/
E C T  
O F F  
F A D E  
W I P E O F F  
R E C M O D E  
S P  
2 T O C A M E R A M E N U  
2 T O S Y S T E M M E N U  
4) To unload the cassette, turn the dial 5 in the  
direction of “UNLOADING” all the way until it  
stops.  
2 E X I  
T
The color shown in the window 4 changes  
from green \ red \ blue (indicating unloading  
is possible).  
To go from TOP MENU to CAMERA MENU,  
rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select “3 TO  
CAMERA MENU” and press it.  
5) Slide the latch 1 to open the compartment  
door, then insert your finger in the hole 6, and  
push up and remove the cassette.  
C A M E R A M E N U  
S T A B  
I
L
I
Z E R O F F  
M A X .  
S
D
.
.
I
L X  
Z O O M  
D E  
4
0 x  
6) Close the compartment door 2.  
W
O F F  
T E L E M A C R O O F F  
2 Compartment door  
2 M . W .  
B
E
E
.
A U T O  
2 T  
2 T  
I
I
T L  
T L  
S E T U P  
4 Window  
Recording  
2 E X I  
T
safety hole  
5 Dial  
To go from TOP MENU to SYSTEM MENU,  
rotate the MENU Wheel  
SYSTEM MENU” and press it. SYSTEM  
MENU has 2 pages. To go to the next page,  
1
to select “3 TO  
rotate the MENU Wheel  
SYSTEM MENU 2” and press it.  
1
to select “3 TO  
The protec-  
tion sheet is  
affixed  
S Y S T E M M E N U 1  
T A P E L E N G T H T 3  
1 Latch  
0
D
I
S P L A Y  
F U L L  
O N  
O S D O U T P U T  
L C D B R I G H T  
3 Gear  
7 Reels  
2 D A T E  
2 D A T E  
2 T O S Y S T E M M E N U  
/
/
T
T
I
I
M E  
D
I
S P .  
M E S E T  
Compact video cassette  
2
2 E X I  
T
3) Rotate the Menu Wheel  
1
to select the  
desired setting and press it.  
4) Press “3 EXIT” to exit from any menu.  
6 Hole  
If there is slack in the video tape when  
inserting the compact cassette into the  
adapter, the tape may become damaged. To  
take up slack in the tape, turn the gear 3 in  
the direction of the arrow.  
During tape loading and unloading, do not  
touch the reels  
protection.  
7
for safety and tape  
 
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B/W:MONO : Like black and white films, your  
footage is shot in B/W. Combine this with WIDE in  
CAMERA MENU for a classic look.  
B. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a bluish  
tint.  
TOP MENU  
EXPOSURE  
Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in  
the following situations:  
When shooting using reverse lighting or when  
the background is too bright.  
R. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a reddish  
tint.  
When shooting on  
a
reflective natural  
SOLARI: The picture is recorded with an  
effect similar to a painting.  
background such as at the beach or in the  
snow.  
When the background is overly dark or the  
subject light.  
NEGAPOSI: The colors of  
reversed.  
MOSAIC: Turns recorded scenes into  
mosaic pattern.  
STRETCH: Doubles the width of the picture  
horizontally.  
a
picture are  
a
1) Rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select  
“MANUAL, then press it.  
2) To brighten the image, rotate the MENU  
Wheel  
To darken the image, rotate the MENU Wheel  
upward.  
1
downward.  
FADE/WIPE  
1
The exposure control level increases/decreases  
(maximum 06).  
Fade- or wipe-in works when recording begins,  
and fade-or wipe-out works when recording ends.  
Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop  
Button allows you to vary the length for the  
image during fade in/out or wipe in/out.  
!
P. AE (Program AE with special effects)  
OFF: To cancel the effect.  
OFF: To cancel the effect.  
SPORTS: High shutter speed clearly  
captures fast-moving action.  
ND EFFECT: A black mist darkens the picture, as  
when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter the  
effects of glare on the subject.  
FOG: Makes the picture look misty white, as  
when an external fog filter is attached to the lens.  
Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look.  
TWILIGHT: Dusk, twilight scenery, reworks,  
etc., look more natural and dramatic. In this  
mode, the Auto Focus (pg. 10) and S.LX (pg.  
14) may not work.  
FADER: Fades in/out to a black screen.  
W.FADER: Fades in/out to a white screen.  
MOSAIC (Fader): Gradually turns/returns the  
picture into/from a mosaic pattern.  
SHUTTER (Wipe): A black screen moves in  
from the top and bottom, closing over the image  
like a shutter, or a new image pushes open the  
black screen vertically from the center.  
SLIDE (Wipe): A black screen moves in from  
the left to gradually cover the image, or a new  
image moves in from right to left.  
DOOR (Wipe): Wipes in as the two halves of  
a black screen open to the left and right, revealing  
the scene, or wipes out and the black screen  
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.  
CORNER (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen  
from the upper right to the lower left corner,  
revealing the scene, or wipes out from lower left  
to upper right, leaving a black screen.  
WINDOW (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen  
from the center of the screen towards the corners,  
revealing the scene, or wipe out from the corners  
to the center, leaving a black screen.  
SCROLL (Wipe): Wipes in on a black screen  
from the bottom to the top, revealing the scenes,  
or wipes out from the top to the bottom, leaving a  
black screen.  
1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter):  
Captures faster action than Sports mode. The screen  
becomes slightly dark. Use in well-lit environment.  
SUNSET: Makes scenes look like a sunset  
with reddish tint.  
SURF&SNOW: Compensates for subjects  
that may otherwise appear too dark when  
shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as  
in the snow or beach. In this mode, the fast-  
moving images can be recorded since the shutter  
speed becomes fast.  
In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports” modes,  
picture color may be adversely affected if the  
subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light  
sources such as flourescent or mercury-  
vapour lights.  
REC MODE  
DIGIFECT (Digital Effects)  
Allows you to set the recording mode. “EP”  
(Extended Play) is more economical, providing  
thrice the recording time.  
If the recording mode is switched, the playback  
picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
OFF: To cancel the effect.  
SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish  
tint like old photos. Combine this with WIDE in  
CAMERA MENU for a classic look.  
 
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White balance cannot be used when the  
“SEPIA” or “B/W:MONO” mode (pg. 13,  
“Digital Effects”) is activated.  
CAMERA MENU  
STABILIZER  
The Picture Stabilizer compensates for unstable  
images caused by camera-shake, particularly at  
high magnification.  
TITLE  
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset  
ON : The Picture Stabilizer is activated.  
titles in  
4
different languages. Change the  
language in “LANGUAGE” in “TITLE SETUP” in  
CAMERA MENU.  
[
appears.  
OFF: The Picture Stabilizer is deactivated.  
] shows the selected title which remains  
until OFF is selected.  
[
disappears.  
Accurate stabilization may not be possible in certain  
conditions including excessive hand shake.  
TITLE SETUP  
Adjust the settings for TITLE.  
[
appears blinking or goes out if the  
Stabilizer cannot be used.  
SIZE  
:When “LARGE” is selected, the title  
is twice enlarged vertically than  
“NORMAL.  
S.LX  
MAX: To record  
a
subject in  
a
darkly lit  
SCROLL :When “ON” is selected, the title is  
scrolled from right to left.  
environment, when it is more convenient to shoot  
the subject with a brighter image even if the  
picture becomes slightly coarse.  
LANGUAGE:Select the language for TITLE.  
To set “SIZE”, “SCROLLor “LANGUAGE”, rotate  
NORMAL: To record  
a
subject in  
a
dimly lit  
the MENU Wheel  
1
to select the desired item  
environment, when it is more convenient to shoot  
with a less coarse picture although the subject  
becomes slightly dark.  
and press it. When the setting begins blinking,  
rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
until the correct  
setting appears and then select it. The setting  
stops blinking.  
OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no  
picture brightness adjustment.  
D. ZOOM  
Zooming is possible from 20X (the optical zoom limit),  
to a maximum of 40X or 800X digital magnification.  
When set to “OFF” only optical zoom (maximum  
SYSTEM MENU  
SYSTEM MENU 1  
20x magnification) can function.  
TAPE LENGTH  
\
WIDE  
Allows you to set the tape length depending on  
the tape used: T20=20 minutes, T30=30 minutes,  
T35=35 minutes, T40=40 minutes.  
When set to “ON” black bars will be recorded at  
the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cin-  
ema-like “wide-screen” effect.  
Tape remaining time  
correct tape length has been selected.  
.
is correct only if the  
TELE MACRO  
When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as  
DISPLAY  
possible at  
a
distance of approx. 45 cm (18").  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of  
focus.  
FULL: Makes all of the indications appear on the  
LCD monitor/viewfinder during playback or  
recording.  
SIMPLE: Makes the following indications  
disappear from the LCD monitor/viewfinder during  
M.W.B.  
If the white balance is correct, all other colors will  
be accurately reproduced.  
AUTO  
FINE  
:White balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
:Outdoors on a sunny day.  
recording or playback:  
time , tape length  
0, tape remaining  
.
.
,
;
CLOUD :Outdoors on a cloudy day.  
OSD OUTPUT  
ON: On-screen indications are displayed to TV  
HALOGEN:A video light or similar type of  
lighting is used.  
etc.  
OFF: On-screen indications are turned off except  
Date/Time, Instant Title and Warning Indication.  
MWB: White balance is set manually. Hold a  
sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject.  
Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white  
paper fills the screen. If it is difficult to focus on  
the white paper, adjust focus manually (pg. 10,  
LCD BRIGHT  
To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor,  
perform the following steps quickly (within approx.  
1 second by each interval):  
“Auto/Manual Focus”). Press the MENU Wheel  
in until “MWB” begins blinking. When the  
setting is completed, “MWB” stops blinking.  
1
}
1) Select “LCD BRIGHT” in SYSTEM MENU. The  
“BRIGHT ON” message appears.  
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Once you adjust white balance manually, the  
setting is retained even if the power is turned  
off or the battery is removed.  
2) Press the BRIGHT Wheel  
normal screen.  
1
in to return to  
 
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3) Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel  
bright level indicator  
4) Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel  
appropriate brightness is reached. After the  
1
to display the  
This function is cancelled when the power is  
turned off or when the cassette is ejected.  
To use this function, it is recommended that  
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP (pg. 14) be set to  
“OFF”.  
_
.
1
until the  
BRIGHT Wheel  
1
is released, the indicator  
soon disappears and adjustment is completed.  
INT.TIME  
DATE/TIME DISP.  
You can record sequentially at preset time spans.  
Leaving the camcorder aimed at specific  
subject, you can record subtle changes over an  
extended period of time (Time-Lapse). REC  
MODE should be set to “SP”.  
(Please note that it is necessary to set the REC  
TIME (Animation) in the SYSTEM MENU before  
performing the INT. TIME (Time-Lapse) function.)  
Select the desired interval time and press the  
The date/time appears in the camcorder or on a  
connected monitor (set DATE/TIME in SYSTEM  
MENU first pg. 8).  
a
The selected display will be recorded. If you do  
not want to record the display, select “OFF”  
before shooting.  
In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder  
records the date for about 5 seconds when  
recording is initiated after the date is changed,  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
!.  
a
cassette is loaded, or AUTO DATE is  
Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed.  
selected. The date is replaced after 5 seconds  
with “AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.  
This function is cancelled when the power is  
turned off or when the cassette is ejected.  
To use this function, it is recommended that  
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP (pg. 14) be set to  
“OFF”.  
DATE/TIME SET  
Allows you to set the current date and time.  
(pg. 8)  
VCR MENU  
SYSTEM MENU 2  
V C R M E N U  
C O U N T E R M E MO R Y O F  
C O U N T E R R E S E T  
Y E S  
F
DEMO MODE  
Demonstrates certain functions automatically.  
Available when the Power Switch  
#
is set to “  
or “ ” and “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-  
preset).  
2 E X I  
T
To cancel demonstration, set “DEMO MODE”  
to “OFF”.  
Pressing MENU Wheel  
1
directly accesses  
COUNTER MEMORY  
DEMO MODE menu while the demo is in  
progress.  
Performing any operation during the  
demonstration stops the demonstration  
temporarily. If no operation is performed for  
more than  
demonstration will resume.  
Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment.  
1) Set the Power Switch to “PLAY” while  
#
pressing down the Lock Button  
".  
2) Press the MENU Wheel  
1
in. The VCR MENU  
1
minute after that, the  
screen appears.  
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel  
1
to select  
“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the  
camcorder power is turned off.  
“COUNTER MEMORY” and press it. Then,  
rotate the MENU Wheel to “ON” and press  
1
When  
a
cassette is in the camcorder,  
it. (“M” appears when you return to normal  
screen.)  
demonstration is not available.  
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot  
see the actual changes of the Automatic  
Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor  
or viewfinder.  
4) Rotate the MENU wheel to select “COUNTER  
RESET” and press it. Then, rotate the MENU  
Wheel  
1
to “YES” and press it. The counter  
resets to “0:00:00”.  
REC TIME  
5) To return to normal screen, rotate the MENU  
Wheel  
1
to “3EXIT” and press it.  
You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly  
different, of the same object for a brief selected  
period of time (Animation). REC MODE should be  
set to “SP”.  
6) After recording or playback, press 7  
(, then  
1
)
with Power Switch set to “PLAY”.  
#
The tape automatically stops at or close to  
0:00:00.  
Select the desired recording time and press the  
7) Press 3/8  
The counter memory functions in both Fast-  
Forward and Rewind modes.  
&
to start playback.  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
the subject.  
!
after focusing on  
Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed.  
 
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem  
yourself.  
Vertical white lines appear when shooting a  
very bright object.  
The tape is running, but there is no play-  
back picture.  
This sometimes occurs when the contrast  
between the background and the object is  
great. It is not a defect of the camcorder.  
The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or  
channel.  
If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV  
Switch has not been set to VIDEO.  
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the  
LCD monitor and the viewfinder.  
Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.  
Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not  
a defect of the camcorder.  
The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult  
your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or  
replacement.  
colored bright spots appear all over the  
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
The tape stops during fast-forwarding or  
rewinding.  
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made  
with high-precision technology. However, black  
spots or bright spots of light (red, green or  
blue) may appear constantly on the LCD  
monitor or in the viewfinder. These spots are  
not recorded on the tape.This is not due to any  
defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than  
99.99%.)  
The Counter Memory Function has been  
activated (pg. 15, “COUNTER MEMORY”).  
The date and time displays disappear.  
If you remove the power source from the  
camcorder while the power is on, all settings  
and selections are erased. Make sure to turn  
the  
camcorder’s  
power  
off  
before  
Animation or Time-Lapse is not available.  
disconnecting the power source.  
Before recording in the Animation mode at the  
very beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to  
the Recording mode for about 5 seconds, so  
that the tape runs smoothly. Using the Fade-in  
function at this point is a good way to begin an  
animated program (pg. 15, REC TIME/INT.  
TIME in SYSTEM MENU).  
The tape will not eject.  
The battery pack is running low.  
If the LCD monitor is not open over 60  
degrees, the EJECT button  
function.  
(
does not  
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 Adapter, etc.); and then re-  
connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.  
WARNING INDICATIONS:  
(high)  
(exhausted) : Displays the battery remaining power level. As the battery  
power comes close to nil, the battery indicator  
blinks (battery power warning). When the battery power is  
exhausted, power turns off automatically.  
: Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the erase protection tab is not in the position that allows  
recording.  
TAPE END: Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forwarding.  
LENS CAP: Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.  
CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3  
seconds if condensation occurs. In this case, all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled.  
Remove the tape, turn the unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to  
clear, and turn it on again.  
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2 warnings appear alternately  
every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning  
cassette. If the warning remains after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
E01—E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01  
— E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off,  
remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can  
resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
 
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CAUTIONS  
When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA  
Cassettes  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection  
in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.  
To properly use and store your cassettes:  
1) During use…  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
beware that recording onto prerecorded tapes  
automatically erases the previously recorded video and  
audio signals.  
In case of connecting the unit’s AC Adapter to an AC wall outlet  
other than American National Standard C73 series type use an  
AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
make sure the cassette is positioned properly when  
inserting.  
do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without  
allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and  
can result in damage.  
do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to  
fingerprints and dust.  
Plug adapter  
If there is dust or dirt on the AC Adapter, wipe it clean  
before using.  
2) Store cassettes…  
General Battery Precautions  
away from heaters, other heat sources or direct sunlight.  
where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock or  
vibration.  
Please make note of the following rules for battery use. When  
misused, the batteries can leak or explode.  
1) Do not use any different size of batteries from those  
specified.  
where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic fields  
(such as those generated by motors, transformers or  
magnets).  
2) Be sure to insert batteries in the correct direction.  
3) Do not use Generic non-JVC batteries. Using generic non-  
JVC batteries can cause serious damage to the camera’s  
internal battery charging circuits.  
4) Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they can  
leak or explode.  
5) Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.  
6) Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an  
extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause  
malfunctions.  
vertically, in their original cases.  
Main Unit  
1) For safety, DO NOT…  
open the camcorder’s chassis.  
disassemble or modify the unit.  
short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away  
from metallic objects when not in use.  
allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit.  
remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply  
while the power is on.  
leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not  
in use.  
Battery Packs  
The battery packs are nickel-cadmium or  
nickel metal-hydride batteries. Before using  
the supplied battery pack or an optional  
battery pack, be sure to read the following  
cautions:  
2) Avoid using the unit…  
in places subject to excessive humidity, dust, shock or  
vibration.  
1) To avoid hazard…  
in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking  
stove.  
do not burn.  
do not short-circuit the terminals.  
do not modify or disassemble.  
use only specified chargers.  
near a television set.  
near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric  
fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).  
in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or 104°F) or  
extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F) temperatures.  
Terminals  
2) To prevent damage and prolong  
service life…  
do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
avoid repeated charging without fully discharging.  
charge in an environment where temperatures are within  
the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical  
reaction type battery—cooler temperatures impede  
chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent  
complete charging.  
3) DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or  
extremely high (above 80%).  
in direct sunlight.  
in a closed car in summer.  
store in  
a
cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high  
near a heater.  
in dusty places such as a beach.  
temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten  
service life.  
4) To protect the unit, DO NOT…  
fully charged and then fully discharged the battery every 6  
months when storing it over a long period of time.  
remove from charger or powered unit when not in use.  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging,  
or after use.  
allow it to become wet.  
drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
subject it to shock or excessive vibration during  
transportation.  
keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long  
periods.  
direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.  
carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD monitor. Be  
sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip.  
swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging..................................10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)  
Operation ................................0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage..................................10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)  
Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C  
(68°F).  
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.  
 
17  
LCD Monitor  
3 Blow the lens with a blower brush, then wipe it  
1) To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO  
NOT…  
gently with lens cleaning paper.  
4 Remove dust from the viewfinder using  
blower brush.  
a
… push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
… place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the  
bottom.  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as  
benzine or alcohol.  
2) To prolong service life…  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery  
pack has been removed or other power units  
have been disconnected.  
… avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
3) Beware of the following phenomena for LCD  
monitor use.These are not malfunctions:  
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth,  
refer to the cautions that came with it.  
While using the camcorder, the surface around  
the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD  
monitor may heat up.  
If you leave power on for a long time, the surface  
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must accept  
any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
ForYour Maintenance  
1) After Use  
1 Turn off the camcorder.  
2 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60  
degrees.  
Press EJECT for approximately 2 seconds to  
open the cassette holder, then remove the  
cassette.  
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC  
could void the user’s authority to operate the  
equipment. This equipment has been tested  
and found to comply with the limits for a Class  
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does  
cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined  
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by  
pressing the Close button.  
4 Close and lock the LCD monitor.  
5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the  
battery pack.  
6 Attach the provided lens cap to the  
camcorder’s lens.  
2) Cleaning The Camcorder  
1 Gently wipe the exterior with a soft cloth, with  
diluted mild soap, wipe off heavy dirt, then  
wipe again with a dry cloth.  
2 Wipe the LCD monitor gently with a soft cloth.  
Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close  
the LCD monitor.  
About moisture condensation…  
You may have observed that pouring a cold  
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water  
to form on the glass outer surface. This  
same phenomenon occurs on the head  
drum of a camcorder when it is moved from  
a cool place to a warm place, after heating a  
cold room, under extremely humid  
conditions or in a place directly subjected to  
the cool air from an air conditioner.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause  
severe damage to the video tape, and can  
lead to internal damage to the camcorder  
itself.  
Serious malfunctioning  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
 
18  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Pickup  
Lens  
:1/6" format CCD  
Camcorder  
General  
Format  
:F1.8, f = 2.2 mm to 44 mm,  
20:1 power zoom lens with  
auto iris and macro control  
30.5 mm  
:Electronic viewfinder with  
0.16" black/white LCD  
:VHS NTSC standard  
Power source :DC 11 V  
(Using AC  
Filter diameter  
Viewfinder  
Adapter)  
DC 6 V  
pack)  
(Using battery  
White balance  
adjustment  
LCD monitor  
Power consumption  
Viewfinder on :3.5 W  
LCD monitor on :4.3 W  
:Auto/Manual adjustment  
: 2.50" diagonally measured,  
LCD panel/TFT active matrix  
system  
Maximum  
:9.2 W (When charging a  
battery)  
Speaker  
:Monaural  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
color  
:NTSC-type  
Connectors  
Video  
:1 V (p-p), 75 unbalanced,  
analog output (via Video  
output connector)  
:300 mV (rms), 1 k, analog  
output (via Audio output  
connector)  
:FM recording  
:Converted sub-carrier  
direct recording  
Conforms to VHS standard  
Audio  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
SP  
:
cassette  
:33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)  
:11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)  
AC Adapter  
Power requirement  
EP  
:
Recording time (max.)  
SP  
EP  
USA and Canada :AC120V - 60V ~  
Other Countries :AC110V - 240V ~  
50/60Hz  
:40 minutes  
:120 minutes  
(with TC-40 cassette)  
Output  
:DC 11 V  
, 1 A  
Operating  
temperature  
:0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity :35% to 80%  
Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)  
Weight  
Dimensions  
(W x H x D)  
:Approx. 770 g (1.7 Ibs.)  
:81 mm x 125 mm x 216 mm  
(3-1/4" x 4-15/16" x 8-9/16")  
(with the LCD monitor closed  
and with the viewfinder fully  
tilted downward)  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications  
subject to change without notice.  
 
19  
Uso de La Batería  
ESPAÑOL — ALIMENTACIÓN  
Efectúe el paso 1) de “Carga de La Batería”.  
Enganche.  
Tiempo de grabación aproximado (unidad: min)  
Batería  
Visor  
conectado  
Monitor LCD  
conectado  
BN-V10U  
100  
105  
80  
85  
Empuje.  
BN-V12U  
(opcional)  
Conmutador de  
alimentación  
BN-V20U  
(opcional)  
170  
400  
140  
330  
Conmutador BATTERY  
RELEASE  
BN-V400U  
(opcional)  
Batería  
A la toma de  
corriente alterna  
Al jack de  
Uso de La Alimentación De Ca  
Conecte el adaptador de CA en la cámara de  
entrada  
video (pasos 2) de “Carga de La Batería”).  
Adaptador  
de CA  
de CC  
(DC IN)  
El adaptador de CA suministrado presenta  
una selección automática de voltaje con  
límites de CA de 110V a 240V.  
Carga de La Bateria  
ATENCIÓN:  
1) Asegúrese de que la batería esté colocada en la  
Antes de retirar la fuente de alimentación,  
asegúrese que la alimentación de la cámara de  
video esté desactivada. De lo contrario puede  
ocurrir un fallo en la cámara de video.  
cámara de video. Enganche el extremo  
a
la  
cámara de video y presione la batería hacia el  
interior hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar.  
Si la batería está colocada en la posición  
equivocada, puede ocurrir un fallo.  
REFRESCO:  
2) Ajuste el conmutador de alimentación  
“OFF” mientras presiona el botón de bloqueo  
localizado en el conmutador. Conecte el  
adaptador de alimentación CA al jack de  
entrada de CC (DC IN)  
#
en  
Asegúrese de descargar completamente una  
batería antes de recargarla, de lo contrario, el  
desempeño de la batería será reducido.  
1) Ejecute los pasos de 1) hasta 3) de “Carga de  
La Batería”.  
2) Presione REFRESH  
segundos. La lámpara CHARGE  
para indicar que la descarga se ha iniciado.  
3) Cuando finalice la descarga, la carga será  
iniciada automáticamente y la lámpara  
"
9
.
3) Enchufe el adaptador de alimentación CA en  
una toma de corriente alterna. La lámpara  
!
durante más de 4  
destellará  
$
indicadora CHARGE  
$
de la cámara de video  
parpadeará para indicar que la carga se ha  
iniciado.  
4) Cuando el indicador luminoso CHARGE  
parpadea y se apaga, se ha completado la  
carga. Desenchufe el adaptador de aliment-  
ación CA de la toma de corriente alterna.  
Desconecte el adaptador de alimentación CA  
de la cámara de video.  
$
CHARGE  
$empieza a destellar.  
ALMACENAMIENTO DE LAS PILAS:  
Antes de almacenar los paquetes de pilas por un  
largo período de tiempo, asegurarse de  
descargarlos completamente tomando las  
siguientes medidas para no reducir el  
rendimiento de la pilas.  
Para la extracción de la batería…  
… deslice BATTERY RELEASE  
batería.  
8
y extraiga la  
1) Coloque la pila en la videocámara sin ningún  
cassette insertado.  
2) Ajuste el conmutador de alimentación  
” o “ ” mientras presiona el botón de  
bloqueo localizado en el conmutador.  
#
en  
Batería  
BN-V10U  
Tiempo de carga  
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 40 min.  
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.  
"
BN-V12U (opcional)  
BN-V20U (opcional)  
BN-V400U (opcional) approx. 5 hrs. 10 min.  
Los tiempos de carga son para una batería  
completamente descargada.  
 
20  
Durante la carga o descarga, la cámara de  
video no puede ser operada.  
No es posible efectuar la carga o descarga si  
se utiliza un tipo de batería equivocado.  
Cuando efectúe la carga de la batería por  
primera vez o después de un largo periodo de  
ESPAÑOL — GUIA PARA OPERACIÓN RAPIDA  
Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla  
inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de  
JVC.  
Colocación/Extracción de un cassette  
almacenamiento, la lámpara CHARGE  
$
1) Abra completamente el monitor LCD  
y
puede no se encender. Retire la batería de la  
cámara de video, luego intente la carga  
nuevamente.  
manténgalo alineado verticalmente con la  
cámara (no lo incline de un lado). La prensa  
EJECT  
(
por más de 2 segundos hasta que  
el sostenedor de cassette se abre. No aplique  
fuerza para abrirlo.  
2) Inserte o retire un cassette. Cuando lo inserte,  
asegúrese de que la etiqueta esté hacia fuera.  
Si el tiempo de funcionamiento de una batería  
completamente cargada es extremadamente  
corta, la batería puede estar estropeada.  
Adquiera una nueva batería.  
Efectúe la carga en lugares donde la  
temperatura sea entre 10°C y 35°C. La gama  
de temperatura ideal para efectuar la carga es  
de 20°C a 25°C. Si el ambiente es muy frío, la  
carga puede resultar incompleta.  
3) Presione el botón de cierre  
~
para cerrar el  
compartimiento de cassette hasta que se  
trabe. Cierre el monitor LCD.  
Cerrar el monitor LCD mientras que el  
compartimiento de cassette todavia está  
abierto puede causar daños en el monitor  
LCD.  
Asegúrese que la lengüeta de protección  
contra borrado esté en la posición que permite  
la grabación. De lo contrario, deslice la  
lengüeta. Algunos cassettes tienen lengüetas  
extraíbles. Si la lengüeta ha sido extraída,  
cubra el orificio con cinta adhesiva.  
El tiempo de carga varía de acuerdo con la  
temperatura ambiente  
batería.  
y
el estado de la  
Ya que el adaptador de CA procesa  
electricidad internamente, el mismo se  
calentará durante el uso. Asegúrese de  
utilizarlo sólo en áreas bien ventiladas.  
La siguiente operación interrumpirá la carga  
o la descarga:  
El compartimiento de cassette no puede ser  
abierto mientras la cámara de video está en el  
• Ajuste el interruptor de alimentación # en  
“PLAY”, “ ” o “ ”.  
modo de grabación  
o
desconectada de la  
fuente de alimentación.  
• Desconecte el adaptador de CA de la  
cámara de video.  
Compartimiento  
de cassette  
• Desenchufe el adaptador de CA del  
tomacorriente de CA.  
(
Utilizando el adaptador de alimentación/  
cargador de CA AA-V15, es posible cargar la  
batería BN-V10U/V12U/V20U/V400U sin la  
cámara de video. Sin embargo, no es posible  
utilizarlo como un adaptador de CA.  
Para evitar interferencias en la recepción, no  
utilice el adaptador de CA cerca de una radio.  
El tiempo de grabación es significativamente  
reducido cuando el modo de zoom o el modo  
de espera de grabación es activado  
repetidamente o el monitor LCD es utilizado  
repetidamente.  
Rueda dentada  
Girar para  
~
eliminar la  
distensión.  
Lengüeta de protección  
contra borrado  
Antes del uso prolongado, se recomienda que  
prepare suficiente batería para cubrir 3 vezes  
el tiempo de filmación planeado.  
 
21  
GRABACIÓN  
1) Retire el cubreobjetivo. Ajuste el conmutador  
de alimentación  
presiona el botón de bloqueo  
el conmutador.  
REPRODUCCIÓN  
1) Cargue una cinta.  
2) Ajuste el conmutador de alimentación  
#
en “ ” o “ ” mientras  
#
en  
"
localizado en  
“PLAY” mientras presiona el botón de bloqueo  
localizado en el conmutador. Para iniciar la  
"
Filmación utilizando el visor: Asegúrese que  
el monitor LCD esté cerrado y bloqueado.  
Filmación utilizando el monitor LCD:  
Asegúrese que el monitor LCD esté  
completamente abierto.  
reproducción, presione 6  
&.  
Para interrumpir momentáneamente  
(reproducción de imágenes fijas), presione  
6
&
. Para interrumpir la reproducción,  
presione 7 . Presione 1 para  
para avanzar rápido la  
La cámara de video ingresa al modo de  
(
)
Espera de grabación  
mostrado.  
y
PAUSE  
V
es  
rebobinar, ¡  
%
cinta. La búsqueda de imagen a alta velocidad  
El visor y el monitor LCD no pueden ser  
(Búsqueda rápida) es posible al presionar 1  
utilizados  
simultáneamente  
en  
esta  
)
o ¡  
%
durante la reproducción  
videocámara. Por lo tanto, cuando abra el  
monitor LCD y lo incline hacia arriba hasta  
180°, no será posible visualizar ninguna  
imagen en el visor, sin embargo, podrá  
(manteniendo presionado 1  
)
o ¡  
%
durante la reproducción continuará la  
búsqueda hasta que sea liberado).  
Durante la reproducción, el mantener  
filmarse  
propia imagen en el monitor LCD.  
2) Presione el botón de inicio/parada de  
a
sí mismo mientras visualiza su  
presionado 1  
)
o ¡  
%
continua la  
búsqueda hasta que deje de presionar el  
botón.  
=
grabación  
!
.
aparece mientras la  
grabación está en progreso.  
Para GRABACIÓN DE VÍDEO/  
REPRODUCCION DE VÍDEO  
Para interrumpir la grabación, presione el  
botón de inicio/parada de grabación  
!. La  
La cámara de video se desactiva  
automáticamente después de 5 minutos en el  
modo de espera de grabación o modo de  
parada. Para activarla otra vez, ajuste el  
cámara de video reingresa al modo de espera  
de grabación.  
Para ajustar el brillo del monitor LCD:  
Cuando el conmutador de alimentación #  
está ajustado en “ ”, ajuste “LCD BRIGHT”  
en SYSTEM MENU (pág. 14).  
conmutador de alimentación  
luego en “ ”, “ ” o “PLAY”.  
#
en “OFF”,  
Cuando el conmutador de alimentación  
esté ajustado en  
#
”, “ ” o “PLAY” y el  
monitor LCD está abierto en un ángulo de 60  
grados o más, el monitor LCD se enciende y el  
visor se apaga automáticamente para ahorrar  
energía.  
La imagen reproducida puede ser visualizada  
en el visor (con el monitor LCD apagado), en  
el monitor LCD o en un TV conectado (  
11, “Connections To A TV/VCR”).  
pág.  
#
"
Para controlar el volumen de los altavoces  
6,  
gire MENU  
1
hacia “+” para aumentar o hacia  
“–” para disminuir. Mientras filme, el sonido no  
será escuchado desde los altavoces.  
!
O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un  
VCR de VHS utilizando el adaptador de  
cassette.  
pág. 12  
 
22  
TERMS  
A
P
AC Adapter ................................................... pg. 7  
Animation Recording ..................................pg. 15  
Auto Date Record .......................................pg. 15  
Auto/Manual Focus.....................................pg. 10  
Auto Shut Off ................................................ pg. 9  
Picture Stabilizer ........................................ pg. 14  
Playback....................................................... pg. 9  
Program AE with Special Effects................ pg. 13  
Provided Accessories................................... pg. 2  
Q
Quick Review.............................................. pg. 10  
B
Backlight Compensation .............................pg. 10  
Battery Pack............................................pg. 7, 17  
Brighten/Darken The Image........................pg. 13  
Brighten/Darken The LCD Monitor..........pg. 9, 14  
R
Recording..................................................... pg. 9  
Recording Mode ......................................... pg. 13  
Retake........................................................ pg. 10  
Rewind The Tape.......................................... pg. 9  
C
Cassette Adapter........................................pg. 12  
Charging The Battery Pack...........................pg. 7  
Clean The Camcorder.................................pg. 18  
Connection To a VCR/ TV ...........................pg. 11  
Counter Memory.........................................pg. 15  
S
Shoulder Strap Attachment .......................... pg. 9  
Specifications ............................................. pg. 19  
Super LoLux (S. LX) ................................... pg. 14  
T
D
Tape Counter.............................................. pg. 15  
Tape Dubbing ............................................. pg. 11  
Tape Length Setting ................................... pg. 14  
Tele Macro.................................................. pg. 14  
Time Base Corrector .................................. pg. 11  
Time-Lapse Shooting ................................. pg. 15  
Tracking ...................................................... pg. 11  
Date/ Time Display......................................pg. 15  
Date/ Time Settings ......................................pg. 8  
Demonstration Mode ..............................pg. 1, 15  
Digital Effects.............................................. pg. 13  
Digital Zoom................................................ pg. 14  
Diopter Adjustment .......................................pg. 8  
V
E
Viewfinder Adjustment.................................. pg. 8  
Erase Protection ...........................................pg. 9  
Exposure Control........................................pg. 13  
W
White Balance Adjustment ......................... pg. 14  
Wide Mode ................................................. pg. 14  
F
Fade/Wipe-In/Out........................................pg. 13  
Fast-Forward Tape ........................................pg. 9  
5-Second Recording Mode .........................pg. 10  
Z
Zooming ..................................................... pg. 10  
G
Grip Adjustment............................................ pg. 8  
I
Instant Titles................................................ pg.14  
L
LCD Monitor/ Viewfinder, Indications........pg. 5, 6  
Load/Unload A Tape .....................................pg. 9  
M
Menu Screen ......................................pg. 12 – 15  
 
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