Cassette Adapter - JVC GR-SZ3000 Instructions Manual

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These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV

Main Unit

1 second later, the mode is activated.

SELECT

REW/FF

CHG. (charge) indicator

SYMPTOM

instruction manuals.

Interval Timer

COUNTER R/M

STOP

CANCEL

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

indicator

POWER

30•45•60

Sepia

A. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible

.... open the camcorder's chassis.

POWER

tape length

.... disassemble or modify the unit.

indicator

Rec Time

select button

No power is supplied.

only with regular video signal

.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

indicator

Keep it away from metallic objects when not

END

in use.

indicator

STOP

Viewfinder

.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects

Lock hole

to enter the unit.

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

The power suddenly goes off and

(provided)

power supply while the power is on.

doesn't come back on by itself.

SET

.... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

FAR

PROGRAM AE

Recording Start/Stop button

VCR CODE LIST

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

select dial

REFRESH switch

RECORDING

VCR BRAND

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or

BUTTONS

FAR

NAME

(A) (B)

jack cover*

dust.

Charge marker

Recording cannot be performed.

.... in places subject to soot or steam such as

AKAI

–

near a cooking stove.

** CHARGE MARKER

Title

.... in places subject to excessive shock or

A charge marker is provided on

vibration.

POWER

Viewfinder Indications

the battery pack to help you

BLAUPUNKT

B. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connector compatible

Ga in U p

Recording does not start.

.... near a television set.

Date display

Time display

remember whether it has been

Set POWER to "CAMERA".

Tel e M ac ro

FERGUSON

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic

charged or not. Two colors are

Cassette Warning/Remaining

P. STABILIZER

with Y/C signal

Int erv a l T i me r

provided (red and black)—you

Date-off mode

or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting

Tape Time ..........................................

Rec T i me

PLAYBACK

M-0:23:45

choose which one means

(No indication)

antennas, etc.).

JL IP I D N O.

When no cassette is inserted: the Cassette (

charged and which means

Tal l y

GRUNDIG

.... in places subject to extremely high (over

Warning blinks.

RM-V704U or

discharged.

The tape is running, but there's no

Set C hara c t e r

The characters you have set using Character

40°C) or extremely low (under 0°C)

When Erase Protection tab is not in the position

RM-V700U (provided)

Da te / T i me

playback picture.

Generator

temperatures.

that allows recording: the Cassette (

HITACHI

lights. Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

EN D : M E N U KE Y

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

Recording format indicator

Viewfinder

Compact video cassette

FAR NEAR

displayed.

.... in places of over 50°C.

(provided)

JVC

: S-VHS

–

Date display

PROGRAM AE Indicator ................

.... in places where humidity is extremely low

Noise bars appear in the playback

No indication: regular VHS

Tally lamp

Displayed at 2 for approx. 1 second when the

No indication

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

picture.

BUTTONS

Ga in U p

PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one

.... in direct sunlight.

MITSUBISHI

Tel e M ac ro

position to another. Then only the indicator

.... in a closed car in summer.

Noise appears throughout the entire

Controls

Int erv a l T i me r

M-0:23:45

remains at 8.

.... near a heater.

playback picture.

jack cover*

Rec T i me

NEC

Ga in U p

Fade/Wipe Standby Indicator ........

COMPATIBILITY BETWEEN S-VHS AND VHS

JL IP I D N O.

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Diopter Adjustment ............................

PAUSE IN Connector

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

Te le M a c r o

Tal l y

Displayed at 2 for approx. 2 seconds when the

Inte r v a l T i m e r

.... allow it to become wet.

QUICK REC Button ............................

Infrared beam

PANASONIC

Set C hara c t e r

Rec T i m e

Fade/Wipe is switched from one function to

Recording

transmitting window

.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

Time display

Power Zoom Lever ............................

JL IP I D N O .

Da te / T i me

Playback picture is blurred or

another by pressing the SET button. Then only

Ta lly

Recording safety hole

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

MBR SET Button

BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch .........

C. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and/or A/V

interrupted.

Tape counter

the indicator remains at 9.

S et C h a r a c t e r

EN D : M E N U KE Y

during transportation.

Blank tape

Camcorder

INT. TIME Button

Recording Start/Stop Button ................

Da te/ T i m e

Program Manager Function

.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

input (RCA type) connectors

The counter indication is blurred

POWER Switch .............................

REC TIME Button

Indication ..........................................

objects for long periods.

E ND : M E N U K EY

during Still playback.

Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is

STOP Button ......................................

FF Button

.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the

–

set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.

10:45:56

Tape Length [30•45•60]

sun.

REW Button

Tape was played back on VCR using

1/2s

S-VHS-C cassette

Recording Format Indicator ................

Select Button ......................................

.... carry it by holding the viewfinder.

cassette adapter but picture could

PAUSE Button

COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]

Date/Time display

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

Tape Length Display ..........................

To brighten the image

not be viewed.

PLAY Button

Set POWER to "CAMERA".

Button ................................................

strap.

PAUSE

Zoom Indicator Bar ............................

START/STOP Button

EDIT Button .......................................

5. This camcorder features a built-in head

Recording Indicator ...........................

5min

1min

TAPE TRANSPORT

VISS Button

R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...................

cleaner which automatically cleans the

Picture Stabilizer Indicator ..................

–

ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

•S-VHS/VHS Recording Format

heads and head drum when a cassette is

ATTENTION:

Interval Time/Recording Time

VHS-C cassette

The tape stops during fast-forward or

Select Button ...................................

VCR CTL Button

Indicator ............................................

loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads

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10:45:56

Before detaching the power source, make

rewind.

•R.A.EDIT Button ..............................

become dirty and cause blurriness or

A.DUB Button

•Record–Standby Mode Indicator ......

jack cover*

sure that the camcorder's power is turned

If "Gain Up" or "Tele Macro" in the Menu

•R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button .................

•Lens Cover Warning:

interruption in the playback picture,

STOP Button

Playback

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot

off. Failure to do so can result in a

has been changed from the factory settings,

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

•AUTO PAUSE Button .......................

LENS COVER ..................................

consult your nearest JVC dealer.

be performed.

camcorder malfunction.

The pictures recorded with the camcorder can be viewed in playba

this mark appears in the viewfinder.

INSERT Button

(provided)

•Auto Pause System Indicator ............

can also be played back using a VCR.

R.A.EDIT Buttons

Instant Titles Display ..........................

*jack cover: When connecting the cables, open the jack cover.

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Date/Time Character Display ..............

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

S-VHS/VHS recording

PLAY/PAUSE

format select button

Marks

After 1 sec.

REW

1min

18min

To AC outlet

MBR SET

1/2s

REC

IN/OUT

VCR CTL

R.A. EDIT

PLAY/PAUSE

Release tab

1min

VCR

White to AUDIO

1/2s

NEAR

Merry Christmas

Disp.

REFRESH indicator

Yellow to VIDEO

VCR BRAND

BUTTONS

NEAR

Compartment door

. 12.

NAME

(A) (B)

–

PHILIPS

5 6

NO RM

Date/Time display

O F F

Auto Date Record

O F F

Tape counter

mode

Happy Birthday

Mark

SANYO

Tape length indicator

O N

POWER

Insert editing indicator

Happy Holidays

SELECO, REX

) Warning

Sliding latch

REW

Yellow: not connect

Our Family

PROGRAM AE

SHARP

Recording format

select dial

PLAY

Auto Date Record mode

Movie Star

White to AUDIO

indicator

ON/OFF

Reels

SONY

O F F

Party Time

Hook on.

VCR REC STBY

O N

Tape running indicator

VIDEO OUT

With the camcorder's power switch set to

1 mi n

: Playback

CANCEL

Merry Christmas

"CAMERA".

1 / 2 s

N O R M

: Fast-Forward/

IN/OUT

THOMSON,

Auto Date

OF F

Forward Search

Wedding Day

O N

O FF

TELEFUNKEN,

Transmits the beam signal.

: Rewind/Reverse

Auto date record mode

OF F

SABA,

Congratulations

NORDMENDE

OUT

: Still Playback

TOSHIBA

Recorded tape

Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (

The characters you

pg. 11, 30

Animation/Time-Lapse (

Push in.

have set using

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Character Generator

Retake (forward) (

Exposure level indicator

Auto date record

BATT. RELEASE

Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (

S-VHS

1/4s

executed

OFF

recordings

Characters

White to AUDIO

START/STOP

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

REW

30s

15s

OFF

Index Code marking (

Yellow to VIDEO ¨ ( When the S-VIDEO cable is not used. )Æ

PAUSE

Zoom in and out (

INSERT

VHS recordings

VIDEO OUT

I LIKE YOU

PLAY

Example of stored

characters

To darken the image

RECORDING

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

PLAYBACK

GETTING STARTED

PLAYBACK

RECORDING

GETTING STARTED

Cassette Adapter

Insert Editing

Wide

Self-Timer

Random Assemble Editing [R.A. Edit]

NOTE:

Tape Length Setting

Picture Stabilizer

Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

SELECT SCENES

Power

Grip Adjustment

Programme AE With Special Effects

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this

Date/Time Character Insert

Focusing

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Remo

About moisture condensation . . .

FEATURE:

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

camcorder from a distance as well as the basic

•You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into

Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in

This feature allows you to record black bars at the top

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape

This camcorder's 3-way power supply system lets you

PURPOSE:

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER

You can record a new scene into a previously recorded

This feature compensates for unstable images caused by

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the

Use this to play back a S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette

You can set the delay between pressing Recording Start/

This camcorder is equipped with Program Manager, an

This battery is necessary for clock operation and to

All you have to do to access any of the variety of

This feature allows you to display date, time and characters

Auto Focus

EXPAND LOOP

operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your

a glass will cause drops of water to form on the

"Basic Connections" (

and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like

used.

choose the most appropriate source of power.

source player. You can select up to 8 "cuts" for automatic

easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many

Stop and the actual start of recording. If you secure the

recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with

tape, replacing a section of the original recording with

camera-shake, particularly noticeable at high

perform date/time settings.

shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial.

in your viewfinder and on a connected color monitor,

VCR. This remote control unit makes additional

glass' outer surface. This same phenomenon

DISPLAY

The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers continuous

Separate the Velcro strip.

"wide-screen" effect.

Disp.

magnification.

NOTES:

minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The

any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U

camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the

of the more detailed camcorder settings.

editing, in any order you like. R.A. Edit is more easily

record them manually or automatically, and even make

LOAD A CASSETTE

recording functions possible.

occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it

SET TAPE LENGTH

shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,

SWITCH OFF POWER

SELECT MODE

performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote RM-

original audio remains unchanged.

camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.

adapter is battery powered and automatically performs

The battery pack has not been attached correctly

your own titles.

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the

OPERATION:

is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after

SELECT MODE

correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

ACTIVATE PICTURE STAB

SELECT MODE

Press 30•45•60 until the require

V704U or RM-V700U) is set to operate with your brand

tape loading and unloading.

(

pg. 4).

counter display appears in the viewfinder and the

NOTE:

Switch off the unit's power and re

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial un

Sepia

heating a cold room, under extremely humid

INSERT HAND

listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):

Installing The Battery

NOTE:

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to

appears in the veiwfinder. 30 = 30

of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed

The battery pack is not charged (

screen of the connected TV.

Press

of the function you want is aligne

supply unit.

P.STABILIZER

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to an

conditions or in a place directly subjected to the

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode

INSERT BATTERY

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

ensure the holder is closed and locked.

Pass your right hand through the l

recording time, 45 = 45 minutes, a

except AUTO LOCK.

by operating the VCR manually.

Use the RM-V704U or RM-V700U remote control unit to

The power supply has not been correctly connected

You should already have performed the Date/Time

except AUTO LOCK.

cool air from an air conditioner.

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

before performing the following steps.

AUTO

•When illumination is low. *

grip.

OPEN COVER

minutes.

perform this procedure.

•The selected mode's name and its

•To switch off the Picture Stabil

Setting procedure (

(

pg. 5).

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install

•Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

SELECT MODE

SELECT FUNCTION

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in

PAUSE

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

displayed in the viewfinder for

P.STABILIZER

Pull out the battery holder according to the type of

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of the scene

one "R6(AA)" size battery as shown in the

damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal

Open the clock battery compartme

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

SELECT MODE

brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour

NOTE:

Set the Power switch to "PLAY". The Power On

The battery pack has completely discharged.

1 second. Then the name disappea

Press

remote control unit you have.

SELECT

APS ON

you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.

illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.

damage to the camcorder itself.

SUPPLY POWER

Press

pressing the release tab.

MENU .

White to AUDIO

wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

NOTES:

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

indicator lights.

Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,

indication remains. The mode is

Adjust so your thumb and fingers c

The tape remaining time (

The data appears under IN on the display.

Set the Power switch to "PLAY".

A/V cable

NOTES:

TAPE END

Type

: Pull out the battrery holder while sliding

(L/MONO)

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

Connect the charger's AC power co

except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If

•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode R

the Recording Start/Stop button

REMOVE BATTERY (when re

(provided)

SELECT MODE

Serious malfunctioning

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

the lock hole.

PLAYBACK

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical

outlet. The power indicator ligh

it still doesn't come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

mode is selected, only the mode'

lever. Refasten the Velcro strip

SELECT FUNCTION

toward the VCR's infrared sensor. Then, referring to

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

Type

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

SET INTERVAL TIME

: Pinch the release tab and pull out the

Insert a pointed, non-metallic o

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to

patterns that are regularly repeated.

displayed. Then the name disappe

Press

SET

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR

Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and

door, then insert the cassette and close the

battery holder.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Yellow to VIDEO

Press

battery and the compartment (

+ or – to place the highlight bar o

except AUTO LOCK.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

mode is activated.

Play back the tape, locate the point and press

the viewfinder and the connected TV.

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

10 : 45 : 56

SET, and press button (A) and then (B).

compartment door.

press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under

Shoulder Strap Attach

function.

battery out.

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

Align the marks and slide the batt

INSERT BATTERY

PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

"Interval Timer", then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

OUT on the display. The total time of the registered

SELECT DISPLAY

RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast

STOP PLAYBACK

The recording tape's Erase Protection tab is missing.

NOTES:

direction of the arrow until it lo

PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

through the choices. Stop when the desired time

•The code is automatically set once you release the

MAKE SETTING

INSERT BATTERY

scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

ATTACH STRAP

Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert the lithium

RESET COUNTER

Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have

background.

Press

SELECT

SET again while "

The CHG. indicator lights.

appears. Choose from "15s", "30s", "1min", "5min",

MBR SET button, and the VCR's power comes on.

Press STOP.

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

battery (CR2025)* into the battery holder.

For Your Maintenance

sliding tabs. In this case, check the position of the tab.)

The setting procedure depends on

Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, i

Following the illustration at le

* The low-contrast warning "

or select to turn the function "OFF".

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than

tape back as you would any other.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

OPERATE THE VCR

lithium battery and push it in.

select.

through the top of the eyelet

SET RECORDING FORMAT

viewfinder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for

CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE

CLOSE MENU

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene (as

The camcorder Power switch has not been set to

1. After Use

and thread it through the keeper

If you select Gain Up, Tele Macro,

When charging is completed, the E

REMOVE CASSETTE FROM

less than 1 second and make sure "M" appears in

Focus Lock

Make sure the VCR's power is on. Then, while

Press S-VHS/VHS button until the

CLOSE COVER

many as 8).

"CAMERA" (

pg. 11).

Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn

Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit,

Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

through the buckle

Rec Time, JLIP ID NO. or Tally. . . .

Press

SET while in Record–Standby to c

lights. Slide the battery pack op

Press MENU.

the viewfinder.

holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for

indication appears in the viewfi

ADAPTER

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

off the camcorder.

This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially

and push the holder until it clicks into place.

pg. 11

Instant Titles

Changes as follows according to the battery pack's

attach the other end of the strap t

Close the compartment cover unti

the modes as shown in the illustra

of the arrow.

.... press

FAR or NEAR to cycle through the

MAKE CORRECTIONS

the desired function. The functions the remote can

: Super VHS

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

helpful in the following situations:

)

* Read the caution concerning lithium batteries

remaining power level: "

making sure the strap isn't twist

until the desired setting appe

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape

T : Regular VHS

remove the cassette.

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can

START DELAYED RECORDING

(

When the power is almost gone, the indicator

pg. 2).

•When things pass between your subject and the

BATT. PACK

automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on

REC STBY (you don't need to press VCR CTL for this

If you select Set Character or Dat

during Stop mode.

The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

NOTES:

ADJUST LENGTH

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

most recently registered point.

superimpose one of them above a previously stored title

blinks, then the unit shuts off. Replace the

camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your

BN-V12U

the underside of the adapter as shown in the

NOTE:

one).

.... press

NEAR to access the selection m

If A/V connection is used, the TV's VIDEO/TV switch has

Press Recording Start/Stop. The tally lamp begins

scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the

PUSH.

as shown in the illustration to the left.

battery pack with a fully charged one.

NOTE:

subject in before recording.

Adjust as shown in the illustrati

NOTE:

illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.

A/V cable

BN-V22U

each function (Set Character –

Yellow: not connect

not been set to VIDEO.

blinking, and the blinking frequency increases about

recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the

You're now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

Super VHS recordings cannot be made

Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery

(Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened

•When you want your subject to be focused, and to

(provided)

slide both keepers snug against t

See "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" (

NOTES:

The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.

DISPLAY

5 seconds before recording is to start. Once

point where the new scene should start.

BN-V25U

The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5

pack.

squares —

appear in a corner of the screen. First, center on the

NOTES:

prevent slipping

IMPORTANT

recording begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays

minutes in Stop mode or Still Playback mode. To turn on

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to

The RM-V704U/V700U can be used to operate other

that the battery pack is fully charged.)

subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then engage

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

pg. 14

SELECT MODE

CLOSE MENU

Manual Tracking has not been performed (

lit.

White to AUDIO (L/MONO)

During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the

again, set the Power switch to "POWER OFF", then to

close the lens cover.

camcorder functions as well. Point the RM-V704U/

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and

the focus lock function and move the camcorder until

Focus Indicator ..................................

USING THE BATTERY PACK

SELECT MODE

reels for safety and tape protection.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to

Press

MENU . The normal screen reappe

Tripod Mounting

"PLAY".

Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing

V700U at the camcorder's remote sensor and press any

those of many other makers, it may not work with yours

the subject is where you want it.

SET.

FUNCTIONS

2. Cleaning The Camcorder

Exposure Level Indicator .....................

To Release Self-Timer . . .

Tapes recorded in S-VHS cannot be played back on

S-VIDEO cable

except AUTO LOCK.

INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert mode

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

of the following buttons (function appears in

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to

or may offer limited functions.

CLEAN EXTERIOR

This occurs when playing back a blank portion of tape.

White Balance Mode Indicator ...........

(provided)

regular VHS VCRs.

SELECT MODE

..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press Recording

is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

parentheses):

except AUTO LOCK.

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Hook its top end to the camcorder a

If this occurs when playing a recorded portion, there is a

SELECT FUNCTION

NOTES:

(

During special-effect playback (slow motion, still

Menu Setting Change Indicator ...........

Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then set "Interval

at appears on the screen, go to the next step.

— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to

CLEAN LENS

pg. 19

battery pack in until it locks in p

Align the screw and camera direct

Adjust the viewfinder manually f

possibility that the video heads are dirty or the camcorder

pg. 6

—

NOTE:

frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may

BRIGHTEN IMAGE

REW Button .......................................

)

Timer" to "OFF".

Index Code Marking ..........................

— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)

If the VCR's power doesn't come on in step 1, try

Press

SELECT

except AUTO LOCK.

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

tripod with the camera's mountin

is broken. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

(see illustration at left).

appear on the screen.

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button .......

pg. 13

— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

Clock Warning

The menu is available only in the Rec

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Press

+ (maximum +06). The Exposure l

with lens cleaning paper.

hole. Then tighten the screw.

Playback

To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the

FF Button ...........................................

There must be at least one second between an in-point

pg. 12

Some brands of VCR don't come on automatically. In

Press Recording Start/Stop. When the counter

LOCK FOCUS

Once the power is turned on and the indicator

indicator appears in the viewfin

SELECT MODE

SELECT PRESET TITLE

The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your

REMOVE EYEPIECE

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out t

adapter, cover the adapter's recording safety hole with

RETAKE F Button ................................

and its corresponding out-point.

—

this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

reaches "0:00:00", editing stops automatically and

blinks for about 10 seconds, perform the date

pg. 4

nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

OR . . .

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull

Press

FAR or NEAR . The focus lock indica

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

adhesive tape.

Engage the Record–Standby mode,

To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds

Cassette adapter

PLAY/PAUSE Button ...........................

If the RM-V704U/V700U is not able to control the

the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

and time settings (

pg. 39)

pg. 11

it out.

appears in the viewfinder.

cycle through the preset titles u

open between scenes.

VCR, use the controls on the VCR.

complete, turn the power off and disconnect the

DARKEN IMAGE

SELECT Button ...................................

This is normal.

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

pg. 39)

pg. 19

END INSERT EDITING

displayed.

Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points

power source. If you re-connect it and turn the

RELEASE FOCUS LOCK

SET Button .........................................

Remove dust using a blower brush.

ADJUST DIOPTER

pg. 30

BATT. PACK

Press

– (maximum –06). The Exposure l

pg. 12)

or out-points.

power on and the indicator is blinking, that

Press STOP.

RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

PROGRAM AE Select Dial ..................

indicator appears in the viewfin

NOTES:

Press

BN-V12U

FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The

Turn the diopter adjustment cont

If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point,

pg. 12)

means that the clock (lithium) battery is either

Tapes recorded in S-VHS cannot be played back on

Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and

(

Multi-Function Control

pg. 8

When you want to return to the fact

indication disappears.

indications in the viewfinder ar

the VCR's Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing

BN-V22U

not installed or has discharged. Install, or replace

regular VHS VCRs (

—

turn it clockwise.

• Exposure +/– ...................................

pg. 8

A/V cable

doesn't take place.

the old battery with, a new one (

Connect camcorder directly either to VCR or to TV, then

BN-V25U

—

RESTORE INITIAL SETTI

• Focus FAR/NEAR .............................

pg. 31

(provided)

NOTES:

Pressing R.A. EDIT clears all in- and out-points from

pg. 12

SET.

playback can be performed on camcorder (

• Tape End Display: TAPE END ...........

NOTES:

• Menu Setting Change .......................

pg. 37

memory.

Press

+ and – simultaneously. The stan

pg. 11

Appears when the end of the tape is reached

After step 5, Retake (

**REFRESH

• Tracking +/– ....................................

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as

pg. 39)

Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to

immediately restored and the Exp

pg. 36

during playback, recording or fast-forward.

The tape may stop slightly before or after the

pg. 18

The AC power adapter features a REFR

)

benzine or alcohol.

MENU Button ....................................

ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

indicator disappears.

pg. 12)

• Condensation Warning:

designated end point, and noise bars may appear.

allows you to fully discharge the ba

Cleaning should be done only after the battery

P. [Picture] STABILIZER Button ............

The Counter Memory Function has been activated

When this indication appears, all functions are

S-VIDEO cable

Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

pg. 8

—

pg. 26

recharging.

pack has been removed or other power units have

(

pg. 31).

(provided)

PUSH Button .....................................

disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing

pg. 36

Only video signals are recorded in the Insert Editing

—

pg. 11

been disconnected.

To discharge the battery . . .

the power source) for a few hours, and when

mode.

EJECT Switch ......................................

pg. 36

Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

—

The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

..... attach the battery pack to the

you turn it on again the indicator should

pg. 13

pg. 11

illustration to the left. Then pus

—

disappear.

pg. 13

REFRESH indicator lights when dis

—

pg. 20

and goes out when discharging is co

pg. 22

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTIONS

INDEX

EDITING

INDEX

GETTING STARTED

Using The Cassette Adapter

Advanced Features (cont.)

Basic Connections

Basic Playback

Advanced Featu

Advanced Features (cont.

Advanced Features

Zooming

! @

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or

pg. 28).

an instantaneous change in image

magnification.

36X Hyper zoom

Digital circuitry doubles the

pg. 4).

maximum 18x magnification offered

. " " appears in the vie

– 05

Cable Adapter

by optical zoom.

MWB

(provided)

1) To zoom in, slide the Zoom Lever

(

. The indicator disappea

toward "T".

repeatedly until "

)

INDEX

Wide

2) To zoom out, slide toward "W".

TV or VCR

) and pull the

Set to CVBS

repeatedly until "

Wide

" appears.

Disp.

" appears in the

, then fold it ba

. Repeat the procedur

Cable Adapter

CHARGE

(provided)

approx. 1 hr. 10 min.

approx. 2 hrs. 10 min.

(

) q w

TV or VCR

approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.

— does not necessarily mean

" appears then press

Disp.

-IN

With the camcorder's power switch set to

Set to Y/C

"PLAY".

pg. 35

repeatedly until "

Title

pg. 34

S-VHS VCR

pg. 7). After setting is

—

•The recorded format (S-VH

APPROXIMATE RECORDING

FF/FF Shuttle Search (

VHS) is automatically det

50 min.

when playlback begins.

Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (

To TV or VCR

1 hr. 50 min.

pg. 8).

Pause (

pg. 31)

White to AUDIO in

" appears then press

Title

2 hrs. 25 min.

Regular VHS VCR

Playback start (

pg. 30)

pg. 12) can be performed.

•S-VHS recorded tapes canno

—

Yellow to VIDEO in

be viewed on regular VHS VC

—

pg. 34

To S-VIDEO IN

Audio dubbing (

pg. 41)

Stop (

pg. 30)

Insert Editing (

pg. 40)

pg. 36

Viewfinder

Controls

(cont.)

(cont.

(cont.)

" appears.

VCR

" appears.

, and then

DISCHARGE

approx

, then

appro

pg. 31).

VCR

pg. 16

pg. 18

pg. 23

pg. 24

pg. 30

pg. 39

" appears.

pg. 12

pg. 30

pg. 12

SET to

pg. 30

pg. 19

pg. 30)

pg. 14

pg. 30)

pg. 18

pg. 6).

pg. 16

pg. 28).

pg. 11

pg. 24

pg. 31

pg. 24

VCR

pg. 18

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