JVC GR-AX860 User Manual

COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER

GR-AX860

Compact VHS

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INSTRUCTIONS

PAL

CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED RECORDING

Basic Recording ...................... 14

Basic Features ........................ 15

Video Light ........................... 17

Advanced Features .................. 18

Date/Time Insert .................... 18

Snapshot ................................ 19

Digital Image Stabilizer

(D.I.S.) ................................... 20

Exposure Control .................... 20

White Balance Adjustment ...... 21

Focusing ................................ 22

Programme AE With Special

Effects.................................... 24

Fade/Wipe ............................. 26

Using Menu For Detailed

Adjustment............................. 28

Instant Titles........................... 30

Self-Timer .............................. 32

Animation .............................. 33

Time Lapse ............................. 33

PLAYBACK

Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 34

Basic Connections .................... 35

Basic Playback ....................... 36

Features ............................... 37

EDITING

Tape Dubbing ......................... 38

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ...

Insert Editing ......................... 42

Audio Dubbing ........................ 43

USER MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Controls ............................... 47

Connectors ............................ 48

Indicators ............................. 48

Other Parts ........................... 48

Viewfinder ............................ 49

Terms .................................. 50

CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS

YU30052-552-1

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (

• Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

• Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

..... refer to the Index (

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and

cautions ( important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

Z cover page).

Z pgs. 47 – 50) and

Z pgs. 51, 52). They contain extremely

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.

If nontheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

n Dispose of used battery promptly. n Keep away from children. n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

CAUTIONS:

n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user

serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

n When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/

Battery charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES:

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The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65.

Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark

n The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on

the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.

n Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery

pack must be recycled or disposed of properly.

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BNV25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

PAL

n This camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C

video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be used with this unit.

n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to

use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the

mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the

installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in

any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damanged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose

dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unat-

tended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios

so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use

can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for

example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with

wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or

moisture.

ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything

into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment

of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!

MAJOR FEATURES

REMEMBER

The Logical Choice

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

used with your VHS VCR*

Programme AE with Special Effects (

n Cinema n Sepia n Twilight n Sports n High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter n Classic Film n Strobe n Slow Shutter

Digital Wipes and Fades

Z pg. 26)

(

● Black Fader ● Blue Fader

● Mosaic Fader ● Shutter Wipe

● Slide Wipe ● Corner Wipe

● Dissolve ● Auto Select

Z pg. 24)

Multi Function Control

Z pg. 20 – 33)

(

Digital Hyper Zoom (Z pg. 15)

Zoom-in

Zoom-out

Digital Image Stabilizer

Z pg. 20)

(

Random Assemble Editing

Z pg. 38 – 41)

(

882

554411663

Built-In Auto Light (Z pg.17)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V11EK

•Editing Cable

•Remote Control

•DC Cord

Unit RM-V706U

•Lithium Battery CR2025

•Cassette Adapter C-P7U

•Shoulder Strap •Cable adapter

•Battery Pack BN-V12U

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE

SUPPLY POWER

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

Using the battery pack

Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z P. 6)

2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into

place.

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

PLAYBACK

PLAY/PAUSE

REW

STOP

INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE

EJECT

PUSH

1 Slide EJECT. 2 Insert a video cassette. 3 Press PUSH.

(For more details, Z P. 11)

SHOOTING

Insert.

LENS COVER open/close knob

Set to “CAMERA”

Recording Start/Stop button

Set to “PLAY”

1 Set the power switch to “PLAY”. 2 Press REW.

— The tape will automatically stop at the

beginning of the tape.

3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.

— Playback starts and the playback picture

appears in the viewfinder.

•To stop playback, press STOP.

(For more details, Z P. 36.)

Or simply play back the tape on a VHS

VCR using the Cassette Adapter. Z P. 34

1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to

open the lens cover.

2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”.

— The power indicator will light and an

image will appear in the viewfinder.

3 Press RECORDING START/STOP.

— Recording starts.

•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily press the Recording Start/Stop button once again. (For more details, Z P. 14)

END indicator

CHG. (charge) indicator

Marks

POWER indicator

REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch

To AC outlet

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power.

NOTES:

●

No function is available without power supply.

●

Use only specified power supply.

●

Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

SUPPLY POWER

Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall

outlet. The power indicator lights.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

direction of the arrow until it locks in place. The CHG. indicator lights.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

When charging is completed, the END indicator

lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow.

BATT. PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE

BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min. BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs. BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

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.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

BATT. PACK RECORDING TIME

BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. (35 min.) BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. (1 hr. 20 min.) BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 50 min. (1 hr. 50 min.)

( ): When the Video Light is on

**REFRESH

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging.

To discharge the battery . . .

..... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the

illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete.

**CHARGE MARKER

Charge marker

A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you choose which one means charged and which means discharged.

NOTES:

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The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.

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Charging times noted on page 6 are for fully discharged battey pack, and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack.

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

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

●

Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.

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High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.

●

If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.

●

Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.

●

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

●

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

●

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

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The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG. indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

To DC OUT

terminal

DC IN Jack

DC cord

Car Battery Cord AP-V7E (optional)

Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E (optional)

To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V11EK (provided)

To car’s cigarette lighter socket

USING A CAR BATTERY

Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration to the left).

NOTES:

●

When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.

●

The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can also be used to charge the battery pack.

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When using the optional Car Battery Charger or Car Battery Cord (AP-V7E), refer to the respective instruction booklet.

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration to the left).

NOTE:

The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Clock Battery (Lithium) Insertion/Removal

This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings.

SWITCH OFF POWER

Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power

supply unit.

OPEN COVER

Open the clock battery compartment cover while

pressing the release tab.

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)

Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the

battery and the compartment ( battery out.

INSERT BATTERY

Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the CR2025

lithium battery and push it in.

CLOSE COVER

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

) and pull the

NOTE:

See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”(Z pg. 2) for information on safe handling of lithium batteries.

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

Viewfinder Adjustment

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

(see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

ADJUST DIOPTER

Turn the diopter adjustment control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shooting mode selector

FAR

NEAR

–

Date/Time Setting

SELECT MODE

Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and the

Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

SELECT FUNCTION

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

Time”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time screen appears.

Main Menu Screen

Set Time and Date Screen

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

Shift Zoom OFF Tele Macro OFF Gain Up AGC Color Filter NOR. Tape Length T30 Title

Date/Time

Sub Menu

1.1.00 10:45 Set Cancel

SET DATE/TIME

Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set

begins blinking, then press + or – to until the correct setting appears.

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

to the previous settings, press FAR or NEAR to move the highlight bar to “Cancel”, then press MENU.

•If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5.

START CLOCK OPERATION

Once you’ve set the day, month, year and time,

press FAR or NEAR until “Set” begins to blink, then press MENU. The Main Menu screen reappears.

CLOSE MAIN MENU

Press MENU.

NOTES:

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To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (Z pg. 18).

●

If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (30. 2., 31. 6., etc.) and perform step 5, “Input Error” appears blinking at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to input the correct number.

Date

Day/Month/Year

Time

24-hour indication

Shooting mode selector

FAR

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Tape Length Setting

SELECT MODE

Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and the

Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

Main Menu Screen

NEAR

–

Shift Zoom OFF Tele Macro OFF Gain Up AGC Color Filter NOR.

Tape Length T45

Title Date/Time Sub Menu

T30

SELECT FUNCTION

Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “Tape

Length”.

SET TAPE LENGTH

Press FAR or NEAR to cycle through until the correct

setting appears (depending on the tape used). T30 = 30 minutes of recording time, T45 = 45 min. and T60 = 60 min. (when recording in SP mode).

CLOSE MAIN MENU

Press MENU.

NOTES:

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The tape remaining time (Z pg. 14) displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

●

When using a 60-minute tape, the tape ramaining time displayed will not be accurate.

T60

T45

SP/LP

Recording Mode Setting

Pressing SP/LP alternates the setting between SP

(standard play-provides higher picture and sound quality, better for dubbing) and LP (Long Play-more economical, recording at 1/2 the speed of SP).

NOTE:

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force

to open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure the label is facing outward.

Erase Protection

LP SP

Turn to take up slack.

Gear

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and

locked.

NOTES:

●

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

●

Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack.

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Make sure the Erase Protection tab is present. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some cassettes have sliding tabs – in this case, check the tab’s position.)

Recording Start/Stop button

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Grip Adjustment

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate

the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

ATTACH STRAP

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap

through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the keeper 2, and then through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.

ADJUST LENGTH

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then

slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2.

Tripod Mounting

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud hole. Then tighten the screw.

Using The RM-V706U Remote Control Unit

The RM-V706U full-function MBR (Multi-Brand Remote) can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your VCR. This remote control unit is useful when dubbing from the camcorder to your VCR, and it makes additional recording functions possible.

Installing The Battery

Infrared beam effective area

10°

30°

10°

The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation when the infrared beam sensor window is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.

3 4 5

6 7 8 9

BUTTONS

1 PAUSE IN Connector —(Z P. 40) 2 Infrared beam

transmitting window

3 MBR SET Button —(Z P. 39) 4 INT. TIME Button Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (Z pg. 32, 33) — 5 REC TIME Button Animation/Time-Lapse (Z pg. 33) — 6 FF Button Retake (forward) (Z pg. 16) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 36) 7 REW Button Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (Z pg. 15) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 36) 8 PAUSE Button — Pause/Play (Z pg. 36) 9 PLAY Button — Playback start (Z pg. 36)

0 SNAPSHOT Button

! START/STOP Button

@ VISS Button Index Code marking (Z pg. 16) — # ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in and out (Z pg. 15) $ VCR CTL Button —(Z P. 39) % A.DUB Button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 43) ^ STOP Button — Stop (Z pg. 36) & INSERT Button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 42) * R.A.EDIT Buttons —(Z P. 40)

Infrared beam sensor window

0 !

$ % ^ &

With the camcorder’s power switch With the camcorder’s power switch set set to “CAMERA”. to “PLAY”.

Transmits the beam signal.

Functions same as the SNAPSHOT Button on the camcorder (Z pg. 19).

Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

Pull out while sliding the lock hole.

INSERT BATTERY

Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert the lithium battery (CR2025) into the battery holder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit, and push the holder until it clicks into place.

NOTE:

Read the caution concerning lithium batteries (Z pg. 2).

Lock hole

FUNCTIONS

—

Start/Stop

POWER

LENS COVER SWITCH

RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (Z pg. 6)

●

Tape Length (Z pg. 10)

●

Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 11)

●

Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 12)

LOAD A CASSETTE

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked.

The power indicator

25min

Tally lamp

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open

the lens cover, then set the power switch to “CAMERA”.

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record–Standby Mode.

•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed upon it.

START SHOOTING

Press the RECORDING START/STOP button.

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,

REC

and “

•If you want to turn the tally lamp off, see page 29.

Tape remaining time indicator

120min 119min

1min (Blinking)

0min (Blinking)

* min.....(Now calculating)

2min (Blinking)

3min

STOP RECORDING

Press the RECORDING START/STOP button again to

stop recording.

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

NOTES:

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

The indicated remaining time is approximate.

●

The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used.

●

The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (Z pg. 10).

●

When using a 60-minute tape, the tape ramaining time displayed will not be accurate.

●

“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.

●

If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.

●

If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (Z pg. 16) to find the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.

●

The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 8 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover is closed.

” appears in the viewfinder.

RECORDING

Zoom-in

Shooting mode selector

FAR

–

NEAR

Main Menu screen

Zoom indicator bar

Power zoom lever

Shift Zoom l50x

Tele Macro OFF Gain Up AGC Color Filter NOR. Tape Length T45 Title Date/Time Sub Menu

Basic Features

Zoom-out

Zoom level indicator

FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or

OPERATION: 28X Hyper zoom

NOTES:

FEATURE: Quick Review PURPOSE: To check the end of the last

OPERATION: 1) Press “

NOTE:

an instantaneous change in image magnification.

Digital circuitry doubles the maximum 14x magnification offered by optical zoom.

1) To zoom in, slide the Zoom Lever

toward “T”.

2) To zoom out, slide toward “W”. Shift Zoom

By digitally processing and magnifying images, zooming is possible from 5 – 14 times the optical zoom limit, to a maximum of 140x magnification.

1) Set the Shooting Mode Selector to “PRESET” and press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.

2) Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “Shift Zoom.”

3) Press FAR or NEAR to set the magnification. “50x” magnifies wide-angle images to approximately 3.6 times the original size, and enables zooming in the 18x – 50x range. “140x” magnifies wide-angle images to approximately 10 times the original size, and allows zooming from 50x to 140x. To disable Shift Zoom, set it to “OFF”.

4) Press MENU to close the Main Menu screen.

●

During Hyper Zoom, the speed increases the further you slide the Zoom Lever.

●

Focusing may be come unstable during Hyper Zoom. In this case, set the zoom while in Record – Standby, set manual focus or Focus Lock (Z pg. 22, 23), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

●

The Zoom Level Indicator (5) only moves during optical zoom. Once the indicator reaches “T”, all magnification from that point is through digital processing.

●

During digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.

recording.

” and release quickly

during the Record–Standby mode.

• Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record– Standby mode for the next shot.

Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is normal.

START/STOP

VISS

RM-V706U (provided)

RETAKE

Record-Standby

Normal Upside down

Record

AUTO PAUSE

Record-Standby

RECORDING

FEATURE: Index Code Marking PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any

OPERATION:

NOTE:

FEATURE: Retake PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments. OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the

NOTE:

FEATURE: Auto Pause System PURPOSE: To automatically stop recording

OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When

NOTES: ●

Basic Features (cont.)

selected point on a recording. Auto Marking and Manual Marking are available.

Auto Marking

An index code is marked to start the first recording after a cassette is inserted, as long as the Power switch is set to “CAMERA”.

Manual Marking

1) Press VISS once to place the index code. INDEX blinks in the viewfinder during marking.

If VISS is pressed during Record–Standby mode, the mark is placed where RECORDING START/STOP is pressed.

Record–Standby mode.

2) Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording.

3) Press RECORDING START/STOP to start recording.

Noise may appear during Retake. This is normal.

when the camcorder is pointed down, preventing accidental recordings of the ground, your feet, etc.

the camcorder is tilted down by a large degree from its horizontal position during recording, the Record-Standby mode is automatically engaged. “AUTO PAUSE” appears in the viewfinder.

The Auto Pause System is also effective when the camcorder is pointed up, or is positioned upside down.

●

Auto Pause also works when the camcorder is twisted by a large degree to the left or right.

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When you want to shoot in any of the aforementioned positions, make sure you set AUTO PAUSE to “OFF”.

Record-Standby

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LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF

Video Light

When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the scene by using the built-in video light.

SET VIDEO LIGHT

Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the

camcorder is turned on.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

OFF : Turns off the light.

•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s power on.

•It is recommended to set the white balance (Z pg. 21) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the video light.

•When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.

NOTES:

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Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink in the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

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When the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF switch is set to “AUTO”:

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Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT ON/ AUTO/OFF switch.

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While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode (Z pg. 25) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

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While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 25) is engaged, the light will not activate.

DANGER

•The video light become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. between the video light and people or objects.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

•It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

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