JVC GR-AX760 User manual

GR-AX760
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
YU30052-583-1
Compact VHS

PAL
ENGLISH
The Logical Choice
PAL
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
* with Cassette Adapter
MAJOR FEATURES
nProgram AE with Special Effects
(Zpgs. 22, 23)
nDigital Wipes and Fades (Zpgs. 24, 25)
nBuilt-In Auto Light (Zpg.15)
nMulti Function Control (Zpg. 18 – 31)
nDigital Hyper Zoom (Zpg. 13)
nDigital Image Stabilizer (Zpg. 18)
nRandom Assemble Editing (Zpg. 36 – 39)
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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 (Zpg. 3).
• 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 (Zpgs. 42 – 44) and
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.
before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that
follow and cautions (Zpgs. 45, 46). They
contain extremely important information
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
nTo prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
nWhen 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.
nCamcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
nHQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
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 battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
nDispose of used battery promptly.
nKeep away from children.
nDo not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
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 is possible
anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V22U/V25U
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.)
NOTES:
● 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.
PAL
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nProgram AE with Special Effects
(Zpgs. 22, 23)
• Cinema • Sepia • Twilight • Sports
• High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter
nDigital Wipes and Fades
(Zpgs. 24, 25)
• Black Fader • Blue Fader
• Mosaic Fader • Shutter Wipe
• Slide Wipe
nBuilt-In Auto Light (Zpg.15)
nMulti Function Control
(Zpg. 18 – 31)
nDigital Hyper Zoom (Zpg. 13)
nDigital Image Stabilizer
(Zpg. 18)
nRandom Assemble Editing
(Zpg. 36 – 39)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•Lithium Battery
CR2025 x2
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
•Shoulder Strap
• Remote Control
Unit RM-V704U
• Editing cable
•AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) cable
• AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EG
•Cable adapter
CONTENTSMAJOR FEATURES
EN 3
GETTING STARTED 4
Power .................................................. 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery Removal/Insertion ....... 6
Viewfinder Adjustment .............................. 6
Date/Time Setting .................................... 7
Tape Length Setting .................................. 8
Recording Mode Setting ............................. 9
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ..................... 9
Grip Adjustment .................................... 10
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................ 10
Tripod Mounting ..................................... 10
The RM-V704U Remote Control Unit ............ 11
RECORDING 12
Basic Recording ..................................... 12
Basic Features ....................................... 13
Video Light .......................................... 15
Advanced Features ................................. 16
Date/Time Insert .................................... 16
Quick Rec. ............................................. 17
Digital Image Stabilizer (D.I.S.) ............... 18
Exposure Control .................................... 18
White Balance Adjustment ...................... 19
Focusing ................................................ 20
Program AE With Special Effects .............. 22
Fade/Wipe ............................................. 24
Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment. ...... 26
Instant Titles .......................................... 28
Self-Timer .............................................. 30
Animation .............................................. 31
Time Lapse ............................................. 31
PLAYBACK 32
Using The Cassette Adapter ....................... 32
Basic Connections ................................... 33
Basic Playback ...................................... 34
Features .............................................. 35
EDITING 36
Tape Dubbing ........................................ 36
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ............. 36
Insert Editing ........................................ 40
Audio Dubbing ....................................... 41
INDEX 42
Controls .............................................. 42
Connectors ........................................... 43
Indicators ............................................ 43
Other Parts .......................................... 43
Viewfinder ........................................... 44
CAUTIONS 45
TROUBLESHOOTING 47
SPECIFICATIONS 49
•DC Cord
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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
1
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
outlet. The power indicator lights.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2
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
3
When charging is completed, the END indicator
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
of the arrow.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
2
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
( ): 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.
BATT. PACK RECORDING TIME
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 5min. (40 min.)
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.)
BN-V25U approx. 3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.)
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.
REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch
CHG. (charge) indicator
To AC outlet
Marks
END
indicator
POWER
indicator
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.
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
Hook on.
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EN 5
**CHARGE MARKER
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colors are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.
NOTES:
● 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.
● Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battey pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
● Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery
pack.
● 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.
● 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.
● 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.
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.
● 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.
Charge marker
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EG
(provided)
To car's
cigarette
lighter
socket
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
DC cord
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
To
DC IN
Jack
To AC outlet
To
DC OUT
terminal
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
1
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
supply unit.
OPEN COVER
2
Open the clock battery compartment cover while
pressing the release tab.
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)
3
Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the
battery and the compartment ( A) and pull the
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
4
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the CR2025
lithium battery and push it in.
CLOSE COVER
5
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.
NOTE:
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”( Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
Viewfinder Adjustment
POSITION VIEWFINDER
1
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
(see illustration at left).
SELECT MODE
2
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
ADJUST DIOPTER
3
Turn the diopter adjustment control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
A
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
3
1
2
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EN 7
1.1.00 10:45
Set
Cancel

Tele Macro OFF
Gain Up AGC
Color Filter NOR.
Tape Length T45
Title
Sub Menu
Date/Time
–
+
FAR
NEAR
Main Menu
Screen
Set Time and
Date Screen
Date/Time Setting
SELECT MODE
1
Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and the
Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
SELECT FUNCTION
3
Press –to move the highlight bar down to “Date/
Time”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time
screen appears.
SET DATE/TIME
4
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
5
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
6
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (
Z pg. 16).
● 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.
Time
24-hour indication
Date
Day/Month/Year
MENU
Shooting mode selector
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8EN
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
T30T45
T60
Tele Macro OFF
Gain Up AGC
Color Filter NOR.
Title
Sub Menu
Date/Time
Tape Length T45
Tape Length Setting
SELECT MODE
1
Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and the
Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
SELECT FUNCTION
3
Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “Tape
Length”.
SET TAPE LENGTH
4
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.
CLOSE MAIN MENU
5
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● The tape remaining time ( Z pg. 12) displayed in the
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has
been selected.
● When using a 60–minute tape, the tape remaining time
displayd will not be accurate.
–
+
FAR
NEAR
Main Menu
Screen
MENU
Shooting mode selector
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EN 9
SP LP SP
Gear
Turn to take up
slack.
Erase Protection
SP/LP
Recording Mode Setting
1
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
1
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
2
Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
3
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.
● 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.)
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3
1
2
1
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
EXPAND LOOP
1
Separate the Velcro strip.
INSERT HAND
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
3
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
1
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
2
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
1
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
Recording Start/Stop button
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EN 11
AB
10°
5m
10°
30°
30°
The RM-V704U Remote Control Unit
The RM-V704U Full-Function Remote Control Unit 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 makes additional
recording functions possible. To operate, point it at the
camcorder’s remote sensor.
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
1
Pull out the battery holder according to the type of
remote control unit you have.
Type A: Pull out the battrery holder while sliding
the lock hole.
Type B: Pinch the release tab and pull out the
battery holder.
INSERT BATTERY
2
Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)
side up, into the battery holder.
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER
3
Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.
*Read warning on lithium battery. (Zpg. 2)
Functions
Buttons With the camcorder’s power switch set to With the camcorder’s power switch set to
“CAMERA”. “PLAY”.
1PAUSE IN connector —Zpg. 38
2Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal.
transmitting window
3MBR SET button —Zpg. 37
4INT. TIME button Self-Timer/Time lapse (Zpg. 30, 31) —
5REC TIME button Animation/Time lapse (Zpg. 31) —
6FF button Retake (Forward) (Zpg. 14) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Zpg. 34)
7REW button Retake (Rewind)/Quick Review (Zpg. 13) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Zpg. 34)
8PAUSE button — Pause/Play (Zpg. 34)
9PLAY button — Playback start (Zpg. 34)
0START/STOP button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.
!VISS button Index code marking (Zpg. 14) —
@ZOOM (T/W) button Zoom in and out (Zpg. 13) —
#VCR CTL button —Zpg. 37
$A. DUB button — Audio dubbing (Zpg. 41)
%STOP button — Stop (Zpg. 34)
^INSERT button — Insert Editing (Zpg. 40)
&R. A. EDIT button —Zpg. 38
12
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
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The transmitted beam may not be effective or
may cause misoperations when the infrared
beam sensor window is directly exposed to
sunlight or powerful lighting.
Infrared beam
effective area
Infrared beam
sensor window
Release tab
Lock hole
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12 EN
25min
120min 119min 3min
2min (Blinking)
1min (Blinking)
0min (Blinking)
*---min.....(Now calculating)
RECORDING Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power ( Z pg. 4)
● Tape Length ( Z pg. 8)
● Recording mode setting ( Z pg. 9)
● Grip Adjustment ( Z pg. 10)
LOAD A CASSETTE
1
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.
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
2
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
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop button.
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,
and “REC ” appears in the viewfinder.
•If you want to turn the tally lamp off, see page 27.
STOP RECORDING
4
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop
recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
LENS COVER
Switch
POWER
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. 8).
● When using a 60–minute tape, the tape remaining time displayd 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. 14) 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.
Start/Stop Button
Power indicator
Tally lamp
Tape remaining time indicator
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EN 13
RECORDING Basic Features
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
Zoom-in
Zoom-out
FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or
an instantaneous change in image
magnification.
OPERATION: 28X Hyper zoom
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”.
NOTES: ●
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 pgs. 20, 21), 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.
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check the end of the last
recording.
OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quickly
during the Record–Standby mode
• Tape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back
automati-cally, then pauses in
Record–Standby mode for the
next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at start of
playback.
This is normal.
Zoom indicator bar
Zoom level
indicator
Power zoom lever
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RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)
START/STOP
VISS
FEATURE: Index Code Marking
PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any
selected point on a recording. Auto
Marking and Manual Marking are
available.
OPERATION:
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.
NOTE: If VISS is pressed during
Record–Standby mode, the mark is
placed where the Recording Start/
Stop button is pressed.
FEATURE: Retake
PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments.
OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the
Record–Standby mode.
2) Press either RETAKE button to
reach the start point for new
recording.
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop
button to start recording.
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake.
This is normal.
FEATURE: Auto Pause System
PURPOSE: To automatically stop recording
when the camcorder is pointed
down, preventing accidental
recordings of the ground, your feet,
etc.
OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When
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.
NOTES: ●
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.
● When you want to shoot in any of
the aforementioned positions,
make sure you set AUTO PAUSE to
“OFF”.
AUTO PAUSE
Down
Record-Standby
Record
Record-Standby
Record-Standby
Normal Upside down
Up
RETAKE
RM-V704U (provided)
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Video Light
When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the
scene by using the built-in video light.
SET VIDEO LIGHT
1
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
(Zpg. 19) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the
video light.
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
NOTES:
● 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.
● When the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF switch is set to
“AUTO”:
• 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.
• While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode
(
Z pg. 23) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
• While the Twilight mode ( Z pg. 23) 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.
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF
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Date/Time Insert
This feature allows you to display the date and time in your
viewfinder and on a connected TV.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the Date/Time
Setting procedure (
Z pg. 7). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.
DISPLAY
CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE
1
Press DISPLAY during Record–Standby to cycle
through the available modes as shown in the
illustration at left.
NOTES:
● The selected display can be recorded.
● If you don't want to record the display, select Date-off
mode before shooting.
● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press
DISPLAY.
● If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the
Record-Standby mode and then press DISPLAY to
select the desired display mode.
RECORDING Advanced Features
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Date display Time display
Date/Time display
Date/Time-off mode
Date display
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Date/Time display
Time display
15:28:43
DISPLAY
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Quick Rec
Records a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene
transitions like those seen in TV programmes.
1
During Record–Standby, press and release QUICK
REC. Recording starts, and after 5-second
recording is finished, the camcorder reenters the
Record–Standby mode automatically.
•To continue shooting longer than 5 seconds,
press and hold QUICK REC. Recording continues
as long as QUICK REC is kept pressed.
NOTES:
● The Fade/Wipe ( Z pg. 24) cannot be activated by
pressing QUICK REC.
● QUICK REC cannot be used during Animation
(
Z pg. 31) and Time-Lapse ( Z pg. 31).
QUICK REC
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RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
+02
+06 –06
Digital Image Stabilizer
This feature compensates for unstable images caused by
camera-shake, particularly noticeable at high magnifica-
tion.
ACTIVATE D. I. STABILIZER
1
Press D.I.STABILIZER. “ ” appears in the viewfinder.
•To switch off the Digital Image Stabilizer, press
D.I.STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand
shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:
• When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal
stripes
• When shooting dark or dim subjects
• When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting
• When shooting scenes with movement in various
directions
• When shooting scenes with low-contrast
backgrounds
● Switch off D.I.STABILIZER when recording with the
camcorder on a tripod.
Exposure Control
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override and make
the adjustment manually.
SELECT SHOOTING MODE
1
Set the Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
BRIGHTEN IMAGE
2
Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level
indicator appears in the viewfinder.
OR . . .
DARKEN IMAGE
Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level
indicator appears in the viewfinder.
When you want to return to the factory setting . . .
RESTORE INITIAL SETTING
3
Press + and – simultaneously. The standard setting is
immediately restored and the Exposure level
indicator disappears.
To brighten the image
To darken the image
+D.I. STABILIZER
Exposure Level Indicator
Viewfinder
–
Shooting Mode Selector
D.I.S. Indicator
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MWB
No indication 
(Auto)
MWB
White Balance Adjustment
This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system
senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for
automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise
colour adjustment is not possible under the following
conditions:
•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.
•When a predominantly red or brown object is being
shot outdoors.
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters
for white balance adjustment.
SELECT SHOOTING MODE
1
Set the Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
SELECT FUNCTION
2
Press MWB (Manual White Balance) until the
required indication appears in the viewfinder.
“MWB” .... With a memorized personal White
................Balance setting (see below)
“ ” ......... Outdoors on sunny day
“” ........Outdoors on cloudy day
“” ..........Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp
MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject’s light
source so you can shoot with natural colours that are
unaffected by surroundings, even when there are
multiple subjects with different colour temperatures.
SELECT SHOOTING MODE
1
Set the Shooting Mode selector to ”PRESET”.
ADJUST FOCUS
2
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a
sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually
(Zpg. 21).
ADJUST WHITE BALANCE
3
Press MWB until “MWB” appears, then press and
hold MWB for more than 3 seconds.
•“MWB” blinks in the viewfinder during
adjustment, then stops blinking but stays lit when
adjustment is complete.
NOTES:
● To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press MWB until the indication disappears, or turn the
Shooting Mode selector to “FULL AUTO”.
● Re-adjust the White Balance mode when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned on and
off again, or when the Shooting Mode selector’s position has been changed.
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance
(“Basic Connections”
Z pg. 33).
● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST FOCUS”), this unit makes its
colour temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colours. For
example, when adjusting with red, blue or yellow colours, the image becomes the colour which aproximates to
green, orange or purple respectively.
Shooting Mode Selector
White balance mode indicator
MWB
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RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
Focus
detection zone
Focusing
Auto Focus
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,
correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations
listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast
background.
*The low-contrast warning “ ” appears in the
viewfinder.
Focus Lock
This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially
helpful in the following situations:
•When things pass between your subject and the
camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your
subject in before recording.
•When you want your subject to be focused, and to
appear in a corner of the screen. First, centre on the
subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then engage
the focus lock function and move the camcorder until
the subject is where you want it.
SELECT SHOOTING MODE
1
Set the Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
LOCK FOCUS
2
Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “ ”
appears in the viewfinder.
RELEASE FOCUS LOCK
3
Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The
focus lock indication disappears.
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is
not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece
of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs,
wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out
first (
Z pg. 13). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,
the camcorder could automatically zoom out
depending on the distance between the camcorder and
the subject. *When Tele Macro is activated, the
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.
FAR
NEAR
Shooting mode selector
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