Jvc Camcorder User Manual

2 ENDear Customer,Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety informa-tion and precautions contained in

EN 11CAUTION:When using a tripod, be sure to open and extendits legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. Toprevent damage to the unit caused by fallingo

12 ENRECORDING Basic RecordingNOTE:You should already have performed the procedures listedbelow. If not, do so before continuing.●Power (Z pg. 4)●Tap

EN 13STOP RECORDING4Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stoprecording.•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standbymode.NOTES:●A cassette hol

14 ENRECORDING Basic FeaturesFEATURE: ZoomingPURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, oran instantaneous change in imagemagnification.OPERATION:Zo

EN 15FEATURE: Quick ReviewPURPOSE: To check the end of the lastrecording.OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quicklyduring the Record-Standby mode.n T

16 ENRECORDING Basic Features (cont.)FEATURE: Video LightPURPOSE: To brighten the scene when naturallighting is too dim.OPERATION: 1) Set the LIGHT O

EN 17FEATURE: Date/Time/Character InsertPURPOSE: To display the date and time in theviewfinder or on a connected colourmonitor, as well as to record t

18 ENSEPIA1/10001/2000FGNDAUTOMODELOCKRELEASEWIDE TITLEEFFECTSUPERLOLUXProgramme AE With Special EffectsAll you have to do to access any of the variet

EN 19Dial ViewfinderModesymbol indicationAuto Mode LockLOCK AUTO LOCKAuto Mode LockLocks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventingincorrect operatio

20 ENRECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)FaderThis feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to blackblank screen. Fade-in works at recording start,

EN 3nProgram Manager II (Z pg. 18 – 31)n Programme AE with Special Effects(Z pg. 18, 19)•Auto Mode Lock •Auto Mode Release•Electronic Fog Filter •ND

EN 21Super LoLux(Gain Up)Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas withlow or poor lighting.SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE1Press SUPER LOLUX repe

22 ENMENUMENU4MENU ENDFOCUSEXPOSUREDATE TIMETELE MACROTAPE LENGTHM. W. B.ZOOM SPEED4NEXTAUTOAUTO25. 12. 98OFFT30AUTOFAST4BACKREC TIMEINT. TI

EN 23Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentThis camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the moredetailed c

24 ENRECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)FOCUS AUTO Adjusts focus automatically.MANU Allows you to adjust focus manually (Z pg. 26, 27).EXPOSURE AUTO

EN 25REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapserecording (Z pg. 31).INT. TIME This feature allows you to set

26 ENRECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)FocusingAuto FocusThe camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuousshooting ability from close-up to inf

EN 27Manual FocusNOTE:You should already have made the necessary viewfinderadjustments (Z pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so beforecontinuing.ACCESS MENU

28 ENRECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)Exposure ControlThis feature automatically adjusts the iris for the bestavailable picture quality, but you ca

EN 29MENU4MENU ENDFOCUSEXPOSUREDATE TIMETELE MACROTAPE LENGTHM. W. B.ZOOM SPEED4NEXTAUTOAUTO25. 12. 98OFFT30AUTOFASTAUTO : FINE : CLOU

30 ENRECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)Self-TimerYou can set the delay between pressing the RecordingStart/Stop Button and the actual start of recor

4 ENGETTING STARTEDPowerThis camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets youchoose the most appropriate source of power.NOTES:●No function is available

EN 31AnimationGive stationary scenes or objects an illusion ofmovement. This function allows you to shoot aseries of pictures, each slightly different

32 ENPLAYBACK Basic PlaybackLOAD A CASSETTE1Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insertthe cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to

EN 33PLAYBACK FeaturesTrackingThis function can be used to eliminate noise bars thatappear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is AutoTrackin

34 ENPLAYBACK Features (cont.)FEATURE: Still PlaybackPURPOSE: To pause during playback.OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE duringplayback.2) To resume nor

EN 35PLAYBACK Using The Cassette AdapterCassette AdapterUse this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recordedwith this camcorder. It is fully compati

36 ENThere are three basic types of connections. When makingthe connections, refer also to your VCR and TVinstruction manuals.Connection To A VCR A(Ed

EN 37TAPE DUBBINGTape DubbingCONNECT EQUIPMENT1Following the illustration to the left, connect thecamcorder and the VCR.PREPARE FOR DUBBING2Set the ca

38 ENTROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOMPOWERNo power is supplied.The power suddenly goes off anddoesn’t come back on by itself.RECORDINGRecording cannot be perfor

EN 39SYMPTOMOTHERThe tape won’t eject.Some functions are not available.Vertical white lines appear whenshooting a very bright object.Bright, crystal-s

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EN 5CHARGE MARKERA charge marker is provided on the battery pack tohelp you remember whether it has been charged ornot. Two colours are provided (red

EN 41Controls1 Power Zoom Button ... Z pg. 142 Select Dial ... Z pg. 183 Multi-Function

42 ENREC SP30MIN4444S.LX T3001MWBNORM5MIN1 4SLENS COVERPAUSEMERRY CHRISTMASTAPE END1 6 72 3 4 5%^&9$0#(*)8!@TWILIGHT25. 12. 9822:50:00Viewfinde

EN 43NOTES:●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm aftercharging, or after use.Temperature Range SpecificationsCharging ...

44 ENCAUTIONS (cont.)3. DO NOT leave the unit . . ... in places of over 50°C... in places where humidity is extremely low.(below 35%) or extrem

EN 45SPECIFICATIONSGENERALFormat : VHS PAL standardPower source : DC 6V Power consumptionlight on : 7.9 Wlight off : 5.0 WSignal system : PAL-typeVide

6 ENGETTING STARTED (cont.)Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/RemovalThis battery is necessary for clock operation and toperform date/time settings.SW

EN 7Date/Time SettingACCESS MENU SCREEN1First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn theSelect Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,then press the ME

8 ENGETTING STARTED (cont.)Tape Length SettingSet the tape length according to the length of the tapeused.ACCESS MENU SCREEN1First set the Power Swit

EN 9223311Erase ProtectionGearTurn to takeup slack.Loading/Unloading A CassetteOPEN CASSETTE HOLDER1Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use for

10 ENGETTING STARTED (cont.)Grip AdjustmentEXPAND LOOP1Separate the Velcro strip.INSERT HAND2Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp thegrip.