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

Main Unit

1 second later, the mode is activated.

SELECT

CHG. (charge) indicator

REW/FF

SYMPTOM

instruction manuals.

Interval Timer

COUNTER R/M

STOP

CANCEL

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

indicator

Zoom-in

POWER

30•45•60

Sepia

.... open the camcorder's chassis.

POWER

A. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connecto

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.

Zoom indicator bar

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

BUTTONS

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or

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

the battery pack to help you

Viewfinder Indications

BLAUPUNKT

Ga in Up

B. Connection To a TV or VCR equipped with a SCART connecto

Recording does not start.

.... near a television set.

Set POWER to "CAMERA".

Time display Date/Time display

remember whether it has been

Date display

Te l e Ma cr o

FERGUSON

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic

charged or not. Two colors are

P. STABILIZER

Cassette Warning/Remaining

with Y/C signal

Int er v al Ti m e r

provided (red and black)—you

or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting

Date-off mode

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

Re c Ti m e

M-0:23:45

PLAYBACK

choose which one means

(No indication)

FAR

antennas, etc.).

JL I P I D NO .

When no cassette is inserted: the Cassette ( )

charged and which means

Ta l l y

GRUNDIG

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

Warning blinks.

RM-V704U or

discharged.

The tape is running, but there's no

S e t Cha r a c te 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 t e/ Ti m e

playback picture.

Generator

temperatures.

that allows recording: the Cassette ( ) Warning

HITACHI

lights. Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is

E N D :MENU KE Y

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

Recording format indicator

Viewfinder

Compact video cassette

PROGRAM AE select dial

FAR NEAR

displayed.

(provided)

.... in places of over 50°C.

JVC

: S-VHS

–

Date display

PROGRAM AE Indicator ................ pg. 14

.... 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 Up

PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one

.... in direct sunlight.

MITSUBISHI

Power zoom lever

Te l e Ma cr o

position to another. Then only the indicator

.... in a closed car in summer.

Noise appears throughout the entire

Controls

Int er v al Ti m e r

M-0:23:45

remains at 8 .

.... near a heater.

jack cover*

playback picture.

Re c Ti m e

NEC

Gai n Up

Fade/Wipe Standby Indicator ........ pg. 19

COMPATIBILITY BETWEEN S-VHS AND VHS

JL I P I D NO .

PAUSE IN Connector

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Diopter Adjustment ............................ pg. 6

Tele M ac r o

Displayed at 2 for approx. 2 seconds when the

Ta l l y

In t er va l Ti m e r

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

.... allow it to become wet.

Infrared beam

PANASONIC

S e t Cha r a c te r

R ec Ti 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 ............................

JLIP I D NO.

Da t e/ Ti m e

Playback picture is blurred or

another by pressing the SET button. Then only

Tally

Recording safety hole

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

MBR SET Button

BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... pg. 4

the indicator remains at 9 .

interrupted.

Tape counter

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

0:00:25

S et C h ar a ct er

E N D :MENU KE Y

during transportation.

Blank tape

Camcorder

INT. TIME Button

Recording Start/Stop Button ................ pg. 11

D at e/ Ti 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 ..........................................

E N D : M ENU KEY

objects for long periods.

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 ................ pg. 8

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

SELECT

.... carry it by holding the viewfinder.

COUNTER

cassette adapter but picture could

PAUSE Button

TOTAL

COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

Tape Length Display .......................... pg. 8

Date/Time 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 ........................... pg. 11

5min

1min

VISS Button

TAPE TRANSPORT

R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ................... pg. 36

cleaner which automatically cleans the

Picture Stabilizer Indicator .................. pg. 18

–

0:00:25

ZOOM (T/W) Buttons

ATTENTION:

•S-VHS/VHS Recording Format

heads and head drum when a cassette is

Interval Time/Recording Time

0:03:18

VHS-C cassette

The tape stops during fast-forward or

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

VCR CTL Button

0:02:33

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

loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads

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Before detaching the power source, make

rewind.

0:04:11

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

become dirty and cause blurriness or

A.DUB Button

•Record–Standby Mode Indicator ...... pg. 11

sure that the camcorder's power is turned

jack cover*

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

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

•Lens Cover Warning:

interruption in the playback picture,

off. Failure to do so can result in a

STOP Button

Playback

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot

has been changed from the factory settings,

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

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

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

consult your nearest JVC dealer.

camcorder malfunction.

be performed.

The pictures recorded with the camcorder can be viewed in playback by directly connecting it to a TV; and

this mark appears in the viewfinder.

INSERT Button

SET

(provided)

COUNTER

•Auto Pause System Indicator ............ pg. 13

can also be played back using a VCR.

TOTAL

R.A.EDIT Buttons

Instant Titles Display .......................... pg. 20

PROGRAM AE select dial

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

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Date/Time Character Display .............. pg. 22

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

S-VHS/VHS recording

Wide mode

PLAY/PAUSE

format select button

Marks

After 1 sec.

REW

Focus detection zone

1min

18min

To AC outlet

MBR SET

1/2s

REC

IN/OUT

VCR CTL

R.A. EDIT

PLAY/PAUSE

Release tab

Zoom-out

1min

VCR

White to AUDIO

1/2s

NEAR

Merry Christmas

REFRESH indicator

Disp.

Yellow to VIDEO

VCR BRAND

BUTTONS

Zoom level

NEAR

Compartment door

. 12.

NAME

(A) (B)

indicator

–

PHILIPS

5 6

NO R M

O FF

Title indication

Auto Date Record

O FF

Tape counter

mode

NEAR

0 7

Happy Birthday

SANYO

Mark

Tape length indicator

O N

POWER

Insert editing indicator

Happy Holidays

SELECO, REX

Sliding latch

REW

Yellow: not connect

Our Family

PROGRAM AE

SHARP

Recording format

select dial

PLAY

Auto Date Record mode

Movie Star

indicator

White to AUDIO

RETAKE (R/F)

ON/OFF

SONY

Reels

O FF

Party Time

Hook on.

VCR REC STBY

Tape running indicator

O N

VIDEO OUT

With the camcorder's power switch set to

1 m i n

: Playback

CANCEL

"CAMERA".

Merry Christmas

1 / 2 s

NO RM

: Fast-Forward/

IN/OUT

0 7

THOMSON,

Auto Date

O F F

Forward Search

O N

Wedding Day

TELEFUNKEN,

O F F

Transmits the beam signal.

: Rewind/Reverse

Auto date record mode

OF F

SABA,

0 7

NORDMENDE

Congratulations

OUT

O N

: Still Playback

--:-- : --

TOSHIBA

Recorded tape

Self-Timer/Time-Lapse ( pg. 39)

The characters you

Push in.

Animation/Time-Lapse ( pg. 39)

pg. 11, 30

have set using

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Character Generator

Retake (forward) ( pg. 12)

Exposure level indicator

BATT. RELEASE

Auto date record

Retake (rewind)/Quick Review ( pg. 12)

S-VHS

1/4s

OFF

executed

0:00:25

recordings

0:00:00

Characters

White to AUDIO

START/STOP

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

REW

30s

15s

OFF

Index Code marking ( pg. 39)

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

PAUSE

OUT

0:01:05

Zoom in and out ( pg. 12)

0:03:31

INSERT

VHS recordings

0:02:53

VIDEO OUT

I LIKE YOU

--:-- : --

PLAY

Example of stored

characters

To darken the image

0:04:11

0:01:13

RECORDING

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

PLAYBACK

Tape Length Setting

Power

Programme AE With Special Effects

Focusing

Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

Picture Stabilizer

Wide

Date/Time Character Insert

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

Grip Adjustment

Random Assemble Editing [R.A. Edi

Cassette Adapter

Insert Editing

Self-Timer

SELECT SCENES

NOTE:

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this

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:

EXPAND LOOP

This feature compensates for unstable images caused by

This battery is necessary for clock operation and to

This camcorder is equipped with Program Manager, an

This feature allows you to display date, time and characters

Auto Focus

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

You can record a new scene into a previously recorded

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

You can set the delay between pressing

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER

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

a glass will cause drops of water to form on the

"Basic Connections" ( pg. 28).

and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like

choose the most appropriate source of power.

used.

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

camera-shake, particularly noticeable at high

perform date/time settings.

in your viewfinder and on a connected color monitor,

shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial.

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

recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with

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

tape, replacing a section of the original recording with

VCR. This remote control unit makes additional

glass' outer surface. This same phenomenon

The camcorder's Full Range AF system offers continuous

Separate the Velcro strip.

DISPLAY

"wide-screen" effect.

Disp.

NOTES:

record them manually or automatically, and even make

of the more detailed camcorder settings.

camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the

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

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

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

magnification.

recording functions possible.

LOAD A CASSETTE

SET TAPE LENGTH

occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it

shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,

SWITCH OFF POWER

SELECT MODE

your own titles.

camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.

adapter is battery powered and automatically performs

performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote RM-

original audio remains unchanged.

The battery pack has not been attached correctly

OPERATION:

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

SELECT MODE

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

No function is available without power supply.

correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations

ACTIVATE PICTURE STABILIZER

SELECT MODE

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

Press 30•45•60 until the required indication

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

INSERT HAND

Switch off the unit's power and remove the power

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbol

Sepia

Use only specified power supply.

heating a cold room, under extremely humid

NOTE:

listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):

NOTE:

Installing The Battery

the cassette with the label facing out. Press

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

appears in the veiwfinder. 30 = 30 minutes of

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

The battery pack is not charged ( pg. 4).

screen of the connected TV.

supply unit.

of the function you want is aligned with the mark.

Press P.STABILIZER. "

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

Do not use provided power supply units with other

conditions or in a place directly subjected to the

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

ensure the holder is closed and locked.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

INSERT BATTERY

except AUTO LOCK.

recording time, 45 = 45 minutes, and 60 = 60

You should already have performed the Date/Time

by operating the VCR manually.

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

The power supply has not been correctly connected

except AUTO LOCK.

equipment.

cool air from an air conditioner.

before performing the following steps.

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

AUTO

•When illumination is low.*

OPEN COVER

grip.

Setting procedure (

minutes.

perform this procedure.

•To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press

•The selected mode's name and its indication are

(

pg. 5).

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install

•Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

SELECT FUNCTION

SELECT MODE

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

PAUSE

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

continuing.

displayed in the viewfinder for approx.

P.STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.

Pull out the battery holder according to the type of

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

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Open the clock battery compartment cover while

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

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

NOTE:

SELECT MODE

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

The battery pack has completely discharged.

1 second. Then the name disappears, and only the

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

remote control unit you have.

APS ON

SUPPLY POWER

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

illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.

damage to the camcorder itself.

Press MENU.

pressing the release tab.

DISPLAY

wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

White to AUDIO

NOTES:

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

indicator lights.

Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

indication remains. The mode is activated.

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate

The tape remaining time (

Set the Power switch to "PLAY".

The data appears under IN on the display.

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.*

Connect the charger's AC power cord to a wall

except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

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

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release

the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)

SELECT MODE

(provided)

viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has

Serious malfunctioning

Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

the lock hole.

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical

PLAYBACK

outlet. The power indicator lights.

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

SELECT FUNCTION

mode is selected, only the mode's name is

lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

been selected.

shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:

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

Type

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

: Pinch the release tab and pull out the

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

SET INTERVAL TIME

Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the

patterns that are regularly repeated.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

displayed. Then the name disappears and the

Press SET.

Press PLAY/PAUSE . The playback picture appears in

• When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold

door, then insert the cassette and close the

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

Yellow to VIDEO

battery holder.

Press + or – to place the highlight bar on the desired

battery and the compartment (

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

except AUTO LOCK.

mode is activated.

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

the viewfinder and the connected TV.

Play back the tape, locate the point and press

stripes

10 : 45 : 56

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

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

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

compartment door.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

Recording Format Setting

function.

battery out.

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

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

PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

INSERT BATTERY

• When shooting dark or dim subjects

RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN

SELECT DISPLAY

OUT on the display. The total time of the registered

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast

The recording tape's Erase Protection tab is missing.

NOTES:

STOP PLAYBACK

direction of the arrow until it locks in place.

through the choices. Stop when the desired time

•The code is automatically set once you release the

MAKE SETTING

PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

INSERT BATTERY

When using an S-VHS-C cassette, set to either of the

• When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting

ATTACH STRAP

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

background.

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

Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have

RESET COUNTER

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

Press SET again while "

The CHG. indicator lights.

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

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

recording formats.

• When shooting scenes with movement in various

Only one effect can be engaged at a time.

Press STOP .

battery (CR2025)* into the battery holder.

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

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

The setting procedure depends on the function you

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

For Your Maintenance

* The low-contrast warning "

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap

or select to turn the function "OFF".

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/

directions

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than

DETACH BATTERY PACK

tape back as you would any other.

select.

lithium battery and push it in.

SET RECORDING FORMAT

OPERATE THE VCR

viewfinder.

through the top of the eyelet

• When shooting scenes with low-contrast

Wipe (

pg. 19) is used in the Sepia mode.

2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene (as

1. After Use

The camcorder Power switch has not been set to

CLOSE MENU

and thread it through the keeper

If you select Gain Up, Tele Macro, Interval Timer,

The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed

backgrounds

When charging is completed, the END indicator

Focus Lock

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

REMOVE CASSETTE FROM

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

CLOSE COVER

Press S-VHS/VHS button until the required

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

Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through

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

lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction

Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted situations.

Switch off Picture Stabilizer when recording with the

the viewfinder.

Press MENU.

holding VCR CTL , press the button on the remote for

indication appears in the viewfinder.

ADAPTER

off the camcorder.

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially

and push the holder until it clicks into place.

Instant Titles

pg. 11

Changes as follows according to the battery pack's

attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

the modes as shown in the illustration at left.

of the arrow.

.... press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices

camcorder on a tripod.

In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture

the desired function. The functions the remote can

MAKE CORRECTIONS

: Super VHS

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then

helpful in the following situations:

making sure the strap isn't twisted.

* Read the caution concerning lithium batteries

remaining power level: "

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

until the desired setting appears.

colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

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

T : Regular VHS

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

remove the cassette.

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

(

When the power is almost gone, the indicator

pg. 2).

•When things pass between your subject and the

BATT. PACK

START DELAYED RECORDING

alternating discharge-type light sources such as

automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on

REC STBY (you don't need to press

during Stop mode.

If you select Set Character or Date/Time, . . .

The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.

ADJUST LENGTH

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

NOTES:

Exposure Control

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

most recently registered point.

superimpose one of them above a previously stored title

camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your

blinks, then the unit shuts off. Replace the

flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.

BN-V12U

approx. 1 hr. 10 min.

NOTE:

the underside of the adapter as shown in the

one).

.... press NEAR to access the selection menu for

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

PUSH.

as shown in the illustration to the left.

NOTE:

battery pack with a fully charged one.

subject in before recording.

The selected display can be recorded.

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left

A/V cable

illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.

NOTE:

BN-V22U

approx. 2 hrs. 10 min.

each function (Set Character –

not been set to VIDEO.

blinking, and the blinking frequency increases about

recorded tape, and press

Yellow: not connect

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best

You're now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

Super VHS recordings cannot be made on VHS-C tapes.

Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery

(Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened

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

If you don't want to record the display, select Date-off

(provided)

slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to

See "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" (

Time –

NOTES:

DISPLAY

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

5 seconds before recording is to start. Once

point where the new scene should start.

available picture quality, but you can override and make

BN-V25U

approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.

The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5

pack.

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

squares —

mode before shooting.

NOTES:

prevent slipping

FEATURE:

on safe handling of lithium batteries.

recording begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays

IMPORTANT

the adjustment manually.

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

SELECT MODE

If you want to delete the display during shooting, press

CLOSE MENU

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

Manual Tracking has not been performed ( pg. 31).

PURPOSE:

White to AUDIO (L/MONO)

lit.

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

SELECT repeatedly until "

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

USING THE BATTERY PACK

SELECT MODE

reels for safety and tape protection.

Tripod Mounting

Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

"PLAY".

Viewfinder Adjustment

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 ..................... pg. 18

To Release Self-Timer . . .

OPERATION:

Tapes recorded in S-VHS cannot be played back on

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

S-VIDEO cable

except AUTO LOCK.

INSERT , press and release PAUSE . The Insert mode

of the following buttons (function appears in

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

or may offer limited functions.

To recall the display, press SET again.

CLEAN EXTERIOR

This occurs when playing back a blank portion of tape.

White Balance Mode Indicator ........... pg. 23

(provided)

regular VHS VCRs.

SELECT MODE

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

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

POSITION VIEWFINDER

is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed

parentheses):

except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

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

(

NOTES:

During special-effect playback (slow motion, still

Menu Setting Change Indicator ........... pg. 24

Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then set "

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

— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)

AUTO DATE RECORD

CLEAN LENS

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

battery pack in until it locks in place.

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

possibility that the video heads are dirty or the camcorder

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

BRIGHTEN IMAGE

NOTE:

)

—

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

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

Timer" to "OFF".

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

— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)

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

Press SELECT repeatedly until "

except AUTO LOCK.

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently

tripod with the camera's mounting socket and stud

(see illustration at left).

is broken. Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Your camcorder automatically records the date for about

appear on the screen.

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... pg. 12

pg. 13

DETACH BATTERY PACK

— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)

The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

Clock Warning

Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level

hole. Then tighten the screw.

with lens cleaning paper.

Playback

5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following

To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the

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

LOCK FOCUS

pg. 12

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

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

Press Recording Start/Stop . When the counter

Once the power is turned on and the indicator

SELECT MODE

SELECT PRESET TITLE

indicator appears in the viewfinder.

REMOVE EYEPIECE

The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

situations:

adapter, cover the adapter's recording safety hole with

RETAKE F Button ................................ pg. 12

and its corresponding out-point.

—

this case, turn the power on manually and try step

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

blinks for about 10 seconds, perform the date

OR . . .

nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull

Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication "

•After changing the date.

adhesive tape.

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to

NOTE:

Cassette adapter

To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds

PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... pg. 30

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

the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

and time settings ( pg. 7). After setting is

it out.

appears in the viewfinder.

•After loading a cassette.

cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is

open between scenes.

DARKEN IMAGE

VCR, use the controls on the VCR.

complete, turn the power off and disconnect the

SELECT Button ................................... pg. 19

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

This is normal.

pg. 19

•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing

displayed.

END INSERT EDITING

Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points

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

RELEASE FOCUS LOCK

ADJUST DIOPTER

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

Remove dust using a blower brush.

pg. 30

BATT. PACK

Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level

SET.

FEATURE:

or out-points.

power on and the indicator is blinking, that

RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

Press STOP .

PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. pg. 14

NOTES:

indicator appears in the viewfinder.

In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with

BN-V12U

Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock

PURPOSE:

Turn the diopter adjustment control until the

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

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

"Auto Date".

pg. 8

When you want to return to the factory setting . . .

indication disappears.

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

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

BN-V22U

To delete the Instant Titles during recording, press

not installed or has discharged. Install, or replace

OPERATION:

—

regular VHS VCRs ( pg. 8).

turn it clockwise.

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

A/V cable

doesn't take place.

SELECT repeatedly until "

the old battery with, a new one ( pg. 6).

NOTES:

BN-V25U

Connect camcorder directly either to VCR or to TV, then

RESTORE INITIAL SETTING

—

• 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 ( pg. 28).

• Tape End Display: TAPE END ........... pg. 11

NOTES:

Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the

• Menu Setting Change ....................... pg. 24

pg. 37

memory.

Press + and – simultaneously. The standard setting is

To recall a title, press SET again.

Appears when the end of the tape is reached

After step 5, Retake (

**REFRESH

Auto Date Record mode, and disables all other modes.

If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is

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

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as

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

immediately restored and the Exposure level

)Æ

during playback, recording or fast-forward.

The tape may stop slightly before or after the

)

In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes

not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that

benzine or alcohol.

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

ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

indicator disappears.

• Condensation Warning:

designated end point, and noise bars may appear.

of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs,

allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before

while you're shooting, the date indication is recorded

Cleaning should be done only after the battery

P. [Picture] STABILIZER Button ............ pg. 18

The Counter Memory Function has been activated

When this indication appears, all functions are

pg. 8

S-VIDEO cable

Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

—

pg. 26

wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.

for about 5 seconds from that point. It is not recorded

recharging.

pack has been removed or other power units have

(

pg. 31).

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

(provided)

disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing

Only video signals are recorded in the Insert Editing

pg. 36

When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out

—

during any other recordings made on that day.

been disconnected.

To discharge the battery . . .

the power source) for a few hours, and when

mode.

EJECT Switch ...................................... pg. 9

pg. 36

first (

pg. 12). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,

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 adapter as shown in the

you turn it on again the indicator should

NOTE:

the camcorder could automatically zoom out

pg. 13

pg. 11

illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The

—

disappear.

depending on the distance between the camcorder and

REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts,

the subject. *When Tele Macro (

—

and goes out when discharging is complete.

the camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

INDEX

GETTING STARTED

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTIONS

EDITING

INDEX

Advanced Features (cont.)

Advanced Features

Basic Features

Using The Cassette Adapte

Advanced Features (cont.

Basic Connections

Basic Playback

Zooming

To produce the zoom in/out effect, or

an instantaneous change in image

magnification.

36X Hyper zoom

Digital circuitry doubles the

maximum 18x magnification offered

" appears in the viewfinder.

– 05

Cable Adapter

by optical zoom.

MWB

(provided)

pg. 7). If you haven't, do so before

1) To zoom in, slide the Zoom Lever

(

toward "T".

)

INDEX

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

Wide

TV or VCR

pg. 11) displayed in the

During Hyper Zoom, the speed

increases the further you slide the

Zoom Lever.

Focusing may become unstable

) and pull the

during Hyper Zoom. In this case,

Set to CVBS

set the zoom while in Record–

Standby, set manual focus or Focus

" appears.

Wide

Disp.

Lock (

pg. 16, 17), then zoom in

" appears in the

or out in Record mode.

, then fold it back

The Zoom Level Indicator ( 5 ) only

moves during optical zoom. Once

. Repeat the procedure to

the Zoom Level indicator reaches

the top of the zoom indicator bar,

all magnification from that point is

Cable Adapter

CHARGE

(provided)

through digital processing.

approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.

During digital image processing,

PLAY to view the

the quality of the image may suffer.

approx. 7 hrs.

PAUSE at exactly at the

(

) q w

pg. 2) for information

TV or VCR

pg. 7).

approx. 10 hrs.

— does not necessarily mean

Quick Review

To check the end of the last

" appears then press

Disp.

recording.

1) Press "

" and release quickly

-IN

With the camcorder's power switch set to

during the Record–Standby mode.

Set to Y/C

"PLAY".

•Tape is rewound for about 2

pg. 35

seconds and played back

Title

automatically, then pauses in

Record–Standby mode for the

next shot.

pg. 34

Distortion may occur at start of

S-VHS VCR

—

playback. This is normal.

—

• The recorded format (S-VHS or

APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME

FF/FF Shuttle Search ( pg. 30)

Retake

VHS) is automatically detected

50 min.

when playlback begins.

To re-record certain segments.

Rew/Rew Shuttle Search ( pg. 30)

To TV or VCR

1 hr. 50 min.

1) Make sure the camcorder is in the

Pause (

pg. 31)

White to AUDIO in

Record–Standby mode.

" appears then press

2 hrs. 25 min.

Title

Regular VHS VCR

Playback start ( pg. 30)

2) Press either RETAKE button to

reach the start point for new

pg. 12) can be performed.

• S-VHS recorded tapes cannot

—

recording.

Yellow to VIDEO in

be viewed on regular VHS VCRs.

Pressing "F" forwards the tape and

—

pressing "R" reverses it.

pg. 34

To S-VIDEO IN

3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start

Audio dubbing ( pg. 41)

recording.

Stop (

pg. 30)

Noise may appear during Retake.

Insert Editing ( pg. 40)

This is normal.

pg. 25) is activated,

pg. 36

Viewfinder

(cont.)

Controls

(cont.)

Recording Start/

PUSH to

" appears.

VCR

MBR

" appears.

, and then

DISCHARGE

VCR CTL for this

, then

pg. 21; Date/

VCR

pg. 16

Recording

Interval

pg. 30

pg. 39

" appears.

1, try

pg. 30

pg. 19

pg. 18

pg. 16

pg. 31

pg. 24

VCR

pg. 9

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