CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 6 RECORDING 12 COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER Basic Recording ...... 12 Basic Features ...... 13 Advanced Features ...... 16 Programme AE With Special Effects ...... 16 Exposure Control ...... 17 GR-AX570 Focusing ...... 18 Fader ...... 20 Wide ...... 20 Instant Titles ...... 21 GR-AX270 Character Generator ...... 21 Date/Time Character Insert ..... 22 Manual White Balance Adjustment ...... 23 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment ...... 24 Self-Timer ...... 26 Animation ...... 27 Time Lapse ...... 27 PLAYBACK 28 Using The Cassette Adapter ...... 28 Basic Connections ...... 29 Basic Playback ...... 30 Features ...... 31 EDITING 32 Tape Dubbing ...... 32 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ... 33 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX570 only) 36 Installing The Battery ...... 36 (GR-AX570 shown) Insert Editing ...... 38 Audio Dubbing ...... 39 USER MAINTENANCE 40 Compact VHS TROUBLESHOOTING 41 INDEX 43 PAL Viewfinder ...... 43 Controls ...... 44 Connectors ...... 45 Indicators ...... 45 INSTRUCTIONS Other Parts ...... 45 Terms ...... 46 CAUTIONS 47 SPECIFICATIONS 49

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

Using This Instruction Manual WARNING: • All major sections and subsections are listed in the TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK Table Of Contents (੬ cover page). • Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE read these as well. THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR • Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference. MOISTURE. It is recommended that you ...... refer to the Index (੬ pg. 43 – 46) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. Warning on lithium battery before use. The battery used in this device may present a ..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do follow and cautions (੬ pg. 47, 48). They not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or contain extremely important information incinerate. regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Ⅲ Dispose of used battery promptly. Ⅲ Keep away from children. Ⅲ Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

CAUTIONS: Ⅲ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. Ⅲ When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES: ● 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. 3

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and PAL viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BN-V25U battery VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked packs and, to recharge them, the provided VHS-C can be used with this unit. multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An Ⅲ HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS appropriate conversion adapter may be equipment. necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

ATTENTION USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY NON- REMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND PRODUCTS CAN BE RECYCLED. AT THE END OF NORMAL LIFE,

IN AUSTRALIA, RETURN TO YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE OR MAIL TO: Hagemeyer (Australasia) B.V. 5-7 Garema Circuit Kingsgrove NSW 2208 Australia Attn : Service Dept. Phone : (02)750 3777

IN NEW ZEALAND, PLEASE RETURN BATTERIES BY MAIL TO: Hagemeyer (NZ) Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland 1000 Phone : (09)415 8758 4 MAJOR FEATURES REMEMBER Integrated Auto Light (GR-AX570 only) (੬ pg. 15) The Logical Choice Program Manager (੬ pg. 16 – 25)

PAL Programme AE with Special Effects, Exposure Control, Focusing, Fader, Wide, Instant Title, Date/Time Character Insert, The only compact video White Balance Adjustment, Menu cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR* Adjustment

Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom Programme AE with Special (੬ pg. 13) Effects (੬ pg. 16) Zoom-in Ⅲ Auto Mode Lock Ⅲ Auto Mode Release Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter Ⅲ ND Effect Zoom-out Ⅲ Sepia Ⅲ Twilight Ⅲ Sports Random Assemble Editing Ⅲ 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter (੬ pg. 33 – 35)

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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/ • Battery Pack • Cassette Adapter C-P7U •Remote Control Charger AA-V11EA BN-V12U Unit RM-V705U (GR-AX570 only)

•Lithium Battery CR2025 •x2 for GR-AX570 (clock operation and remote control unit) •DC Cord •Shoulder Strap •x1 for GR-AX270 (clock operation) QUICK OPERATION GUIDE 5 SUPPLY POWER INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE Hook on. 1 EJECT 1

2 Push in. 3 2 BATT. RELEASE PUSH Insert. Using the battery pack 1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the 1 Slide EJECT. camcorder. (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 6) 2 Insert a video cassette. 2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into 3 Press PUSH. place. (For more details, ੬ pg. 10) To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

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2 REW 1 LENS COVER open/close knob 3 2 PLAY/PAUSE Set to “CAMERA” 3 Recording Start/Stop button 1 Set to “PLAY” 1 Set the power switch to “PLAY”. 1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to 2 Press REW. open the lens cover. — The tape will automatically stop at the 2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”. beginning of the tape. — The power indicator will light and an 3 Press PLAY/PAUSE. image will appear in the viewfinder. — Playback starts and the playback picture 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop button. appears in the viewfinder. — Recording starts. •To stop playback, press STOP. • To stop recording temporarily, momentarily (For more details, ੬ pg. 30) press the Recording Start/Stop button once again. Ⅲ Or simply play back the tape on a VHS (For more details, ੬ pg. 12) VCR using the Cassette Adapter. ੬ pg. 28 6 GETTING STARTED CHG. (charge) indicator Power Marks This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you POWER To AC outlet choose the most appropriate source of power. indicator NOTES: ● No function is available without power supply. END ● Use only specified power supply. indicator ● Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK SUPPLY POWER Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall 1 outlet. The power indicator lights. REFRESH switch REFRESH indicator ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the 2 direction of the arrow until it locks in place. The CHG. indicator lights. Charge marker DETACH BATTERY PACK When charging is completed, the END indicator 3 lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow.

BATT. PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE approx. BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. 3 hrs. 30 min. ** CHARGE MARKER BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs. A charge marker is provided on the battery BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs. pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you choose which one USING THE BATTERY PACK means charged and which means discharged. ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the Hook on. 1 battery pack in until it locks in place. DETACH BATTERY PACK 2 Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME BATT. PACK GR-AX570 GR-AX270 Push in. BN-V12U 1 hr. 10 min. (40 min.) 1 hr. 10 min. BN-V22U 2 hrs. 20 min. (1hr. 25 min.) 2 hrs. 25 min. BATT. RELEASE BN-V25U 3 hrs. 5 min. (1hr. 55 min.) 3 hrs. 10 min. ( ): when the video light is on. (GR-AX570 only) **REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that ATTENTION: allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before Before detaching the power source, recharging. make sure that the camcorder’s power To discharge the battery . . . is turned off. Failure to do so can result ..... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the in a camcorder malfunction. illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete. 7 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 8 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.

To AC outlet DC OUT terminal To DC in jack AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V11EA DC cord To car’s cigarette lighter socket

Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E (optional)

USING A CAR BATTERY USING AC POWER Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in (connect as shown in the above illustration). the above illustration). NOTES: NOTE: ● When using the car battery, leave the engine The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features idling. automatic voltage selection in the AC range from ● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can 110 V to 240 V. also be used to charge the battery pack. ● When using the optional Car Battery Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet. 8 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings. A SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power 1 supply unit. OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while 2 pressing the release tab. REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing) Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the 3 battery and the compartment ( A ) and pull the battery out. INSERT BATTERY Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert a CR2025 4 lithium battery and push it in. CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

NOTE: See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 2) for information on safe handling of lithium batteries.

Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 3 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability 1 (see illustration at left).

1 SELECT MODE 2 Set the power switch to CAMERA. 2 ADJUST DIOPTER Turn the diopter adjustment control until the 3 indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused. Set POWER to “CAMERA”. 9 Date/Time Setting

MENU SELECT MODE First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the 1 PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK. ACCESS MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU. SELECT FUNCTION Press – to move the highlight bar down to “DATE/ 3 TIME”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time + screen appears. PROGRAM AE SET DATE/TIME select dial Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set 4 begins blinking, then press + or – to until the correct NEAR setting appears. •If you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings, press FAR or NEAR to FAR Ð move the highlight bar to “CANCEL”, then press MENU. GAIN UP S.LX •If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5. Menu Screen TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF START CLOCK OPERATION JLIP ID NO. 07 Once you’ve set the day, month, year and time, SET CHARACTER 5 press FAR or NEAR until “SET” begins to blink, then DATE/TIME press MENU. The Menu screen reappears. END :MENU KEY CLOSE MENU 6 Press MENU. Set Time and Date Screen 1.1.00 12:00 NOTES: ● To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a SET connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 22). CANCEL ● If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (30. 2., 31. 6., etc.) and perform step 5, “INPUT ERROR” appears blinking at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to input the correct number. Date Day/Month/Year

Time 24-hour indication 10 GETTING STARTED (cont.) SP-LP recording mode button Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape T30•45•60 used. tape length select button SET TAPE LENGTH Press T30•45•60 until the required indication 1 appears in the viewfinder. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time, T45 = 45 minutes, and T60 = 60 minutes (in SP). NOTE: The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 12) displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected. Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference. SET RECORDING MODE Set POWER to “CAMERA”. Press SP•LP button. “SP” (Standard Play) provides 1 higher picture and sound quality and is better for Tape length indicator dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is more economi- cal, recording at 1/2 the speed of SP. T30 T30 T45 T60 NOTE: If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

Recording mode indicator Loading/Unloading A Cassette SP SP LP OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force 1 to open. INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE 2 Make sure the label is facing outward. CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and 3 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 Turn to take up slack. slack. ● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been Erase Protection Gear removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. ● The cassette holder can’t be opened while the camcorder is in the Record mode. 11 Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 1 Separate the Velcro strip. INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the 2 grip. ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate 3 the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom Recording Start/Stop button 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 3 1 2 2 and thread it through the keeper , and then 2 through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to 1 attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet, making sure the strap isn’t twisted. ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then 2 slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2.

Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN Align the screw and camera direction stud on the 1 tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud hole. Then tighten the screw. 12 RECORDING Basic Recording Tape remaining time indicator NOTE: 25MIN *- - -MIN You should already have performed the procedures listed (Now calculating) below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power (੬ pg. 6) 120MIN ● Tape Length setting (੬ pg. 10) ● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 10) 119MIN ● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 11) LOAD A CASSETTE Power indicator 3MIN Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert 1 the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to 2MIN (Blinking) ensure the holder is closed and locked. 1MIN (Blinking) ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE 0MIN (Blinking) Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open 2 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 LENS COVER viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE” switch superimposed upon it. START SHOOTING 3 Press the RECORDING START/STOP button. POWER •The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress, Start/Stop button and “REC ” appears in the viewfinder. STOP RECORDING Press the RECORDING START/STOP button again to 4 stop recording. Tally lamp •The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. NOTES: ● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply is attached. ● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force. ● The tape’s remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder as shown. ● The indicated remaining time is approximate. ● The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape used. ● The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (੬ pg. 10). ● “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 the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes, recording may not start immediately. ● If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (੬ 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 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover is closed. RECORDING Basic Features 13 Power zoom switch FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: Varies the focal length of the lens and produces the zoom in/out effect. OPERATION: Zoom In 1) Pull the power zoom switch down toward “T”. Zoom Out 1) Push the switch up toward “W”. NOTES: ● The further the power zoom switch is pushed, the faster the zoom speed becomes. ● Focusing may become unstable during zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record– Standby, set manual focus or Focus Lock (੬ pg. 18, 19), then zoom in or out in Record mode. Zoom-in

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Zoom indicator 14 RECORDING Basic Features (cont.) FEATURE: Quick Review PURPOSE: To check the end of the last record- ing. OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quickly during the Record–Standby mode. •Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the RETAKE (R/F) next shot. NOTE: Distortion may occur at start of playback. This is normal. 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. Pressing “F” fast-forwards the tape and pressing “R” reverses it. 3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording. NOTE: Noise may appear during Retake. This is normal. 15 Video Light (GR-AX570 only) When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the scene by using the built-in video light. SET VIDEO LIGHT Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required. 1 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. LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF •It is recommended to set the white balance (੬ pg. 23) 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 (੬ pg. 16) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on. •While the Twilight mode (੬ pg. 17) 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. 16 RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later, the mode is activated. Programme AE With Special Effects All you have to do to access any of the variety of SEPIA shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select After dial. 1 sec. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the Viewfinder 1 symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark. •The selected mode’s name and its indication are displayed in the viewfinder for approx. 1 second. Then the name disappears, and only the indication remains. The mode is activated. •When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release mode is selected, only the mode’s name is displayed. Then the name disappears and the mode is activated. NOTES: ● Only one effect can be engaged at a time. Mark ● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the CK LO RE LE 0 AUTO M A fader (੬ pg. 20) is used in the Sepia mode. 00 O S D E /2 E 1 + ● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High

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DIAL VIEWFINDER DIAL VIEWFINDER SYMBOL INDICATION MODE SYMBOL INDICATION MODE

LOCK AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock FG FG:FOG Electronic Fog Filter

Auto Mode Lock Electronic Fog Filter Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing Makes the picture look misty white, as when an incorrect operation due to accidental button external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the pressing during shooting. image and gives it a “fancy“ look. • In this mode the following controls are disabled; FADE, WIDE, TITLE, DISPLAY, M.W.B (Manual ND ND:ND EFFECT ND Effect White Balance), Manual Focus, Focus Lock, Exposure Control and MENU ND Effect Auto Mode A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Release filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject. Auto Mode Release Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock. 17 DIAL VIEWFINDER DIAL VIEWFINDER MODE SYMBOL INDICATION MODE SYMBOL INDICATION

SEPIA Sepia SPORTS Sports

Sepia Sports The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of action. an older movie. Use together with Wide (੬ pg. 20) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood 1/1000 sec. 1/1000 1 S 1/1000 High Speed Shutter movie.

Twilight 1/2000 sec. TWILIGHT 1/2000 2 S 1/2000 High Speed Shutter Twilight High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.) Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more Captures faster action than Sports mode. natural and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight mode is selected: • Auto gain control is turned off. • White Balance is set to “ ” (outdoor mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode (੬ pg. 23). • Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to- camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual focusing (੬ pg. 18). Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override and make the adjustment manually. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any 1 position except AUTO LOCK. + BRIGHTEN IMAGE Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level +02 2 indicator appears in the viewfinder. OR . . . DARKEN IMAGE Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder. Exposure Level Indicator Ð When you want to return to the factory setting . . .

To brighten the image RESTORE INITIAL SETTING Press + and – simultaneously. The standard 3 setting is immediately restored and the Ð06 +06 Exposure level indicator disappears.

To darken the image 18 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Focusing Auto Focus Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous detection zone 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 FAR NEAR 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. PROGRAM AE select dial •When you want your subject to be focused, and to appear in a corner of the screen. First, center 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 MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. LOCK FOCUS Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “ ” 2 appears in the viewfinder. RELEASE FOCUS LOCK Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock 3 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 (੬ 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 (੬ pg. 25) is activated, the camcorder will not zoom out automatically. 19 Power zoom lever Manual Focus NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (੬ pg. 8). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject . . . Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications 2 “ ” appear and “ ” blinks. Go to step 3. FAR NEAR To nearer subject . . . Press and hold NEAR. The Manual Focus indications “ ” appear and “ ” blinks. Go to step 3. PROGRAM AE select dial LOCK FOCUS Release FAR or NEAR. The focus indication is 3 replaced by the focus lock indication “ ” and the adjusted focus is locked in. RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The Manual 4 Focus mode is immediately released and the focus lock indication disappears. NOTES: ● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths. ● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink. 20 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Function indication Fader This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to black blank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and FADE Fade-Standby fade-out works at recording end or when you enter indication FADE Record–Standby mode. SELECT MODE SELECT button Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until “ FADE ” appears. ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE Press SET to engage the Fade–Standby mode. 3 The Fade-Standby indication “FADE” is displayed. START RECORDING PROGRAM AE select dial Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and 4 activate fade-in. SET button OR . . . END RECORDING FADE IN Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and engage fade-out. NOTES: ● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop button allows you to record a black blank screen. ● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is used with Sepia (੬ pg. 17). FADE OUT ● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 16) engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.

Wide This feature allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen” effect. Wide mode SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until “ WIDE ” appears. ENGAGE WIDE MODE 3 Press SET. RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN 4 Press SET again while “ WIDE ” appears. 21 Title indication Instant Titles TITLE HAPPY BIRTHDAY The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as HAPPY HOLIDAYS shown in the illustration to the left. OUR FAMILY DISPLAY MOVIE STAR SELECT MODE No indication PARTY TIME Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. MERRY CHRISTMAS SELECT FUNCTION WEDDING DAY SELECT Press SELECT repeatedly until “ TITLE ” appears. CONGRATULATIONS 2 SET The characters you SELECT PRESET TITLE MENU have set using Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to Character Generator cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is 3 displayed. NOTES: ● To delete the Instant Title during recording, press SET. ● To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and then press SET to select the desired title. PROGRAM AE select dial Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters. ACCESS MENU SCREEN GAIN UP S.LX Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position TELE MACRO OFF except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU. INTERVAL TIMER OFF 1 REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU SET CHARACTER Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “(SET DATE/TIME CHARACTER)”, then press NEAR. The Character Set 2 menu appears. END :MENU KEY INPUT CHARACTERS Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to the 3 desired character, then press MENU. The selected SET : MENU KEY characters appear at the bottom of the screen. Repeat as A B C D E F G H I many times as desired (max. 18). J K L M N O P Q R S • To select the location of the next character, press +, –, FAR T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü or NEAR to highlight the row of squares at the bottom of Ë é Ì ñ Ù Ñ ® ¯ Å & the screen, then press FAR or NEAR to make the desired : . , ’ Ð / ! ? ¿ ࡖ 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 location blink. Press + when you’re done, and the pointer returns to the character grid. I L I END CLEAR END CHARACTER SETTING Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make “END” blink, then 4 press MENU twice to return to the normal screen. SET : MENU KEY A B C D E F G H I NOTES: J K L M N O P Q R S ● To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make “CLEAR” T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü blink by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR, then press MENU. All Ë é Ì ñ Ù Ñ ® ¯ Å & characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase selected characters : . , ’ Ð / ! ? ¿ ࡖ only, first move the pointer to the row of squares by pressing +, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 –, FAR or NEAR to highlight them. Press FAR or NEAR to make the desired character blink, then press +, FAR or NEAR to move I L I KE YOU ࡖ the pointer to “ ” in the top left corner. Press MENU. END CLEAR ● To display the characters you have set — “Instant Titles” or “Date/Time/Character Insert” (੬ pg. 22). ● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby mode. 22 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) SELECT Date/Time Character Insert This feature allows you to display date, time and characters in your viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor, record them manually or automatically, and even make your own titles. NOTE: You should already have performed the Date/Time Setting procedure (੬ pg. 9). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. DISPLAY SET SELECT MODE PROGRAM AE DISP. Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position select dial 1 except AUTO LOCK. SELECT DISPLAY 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until “ DISP. ” appears.

Auto Date Record mode Date display CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration at left. Date-off mode 3

Character Generator Date/Time display NOTES: ● The selected display can be recorded. ● If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off Auto Date Record mode mode before shooting. ● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press SET. ● If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the Record–Standby mode and then select the desired

AUTO DATE 25.12.97 display mode using SET. Auto date record Auto date record AUTO DATE RECORD mode executed Your camcorder automatically records the day, month Date display Date/Time display and year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations: •After changing the date. •After loading a cassette. •After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing SET. In this mode, the day, month and year are replaced 25.12.97 25.12.97 10:45 after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”.

Character Generator NOTES: ● Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this mode, and disables all other modes. ● In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes while you’re shooting, the date indication is recorded for about 5 seconds from that point. It is not recorded SET CHAR IN PARIS, FRANCE during any other recordings made on that day. No Characters Example of stored stored characters 23 White balance mode indicator Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.) This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system No indication MWB M.W.B. senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for (Auto) automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise MWB 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. SELECT In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for white balance adjustment. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT reapeatedly until “ M.W.B. ” appears.

SET SELECT WHITE BALANCE Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the PROGRAM AE select dial 3 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. MWB SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position NOTES: except AUTO LOCK. ● To switch to automatic white balance 1 adjustment, press SET until the indication disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE select ADJUST FOCUS dial to “AUTO LOCK”. Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a ● Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting 2 sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually has changed, when the camcorder has been (੬ pg. 19). turned on and off again, or when the PRO- GRAM AE select dial’s position has been ADJUST WHITE BALANCE changed. ● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a Press SET until “MWB” appears, then press and hold colour monitor when adjusting the white 3 SET for more than 3 seconds. balance (“Basic Connections” ੬ pg. 29). ● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in •“MWB” blinks in the viewfinder during adjust- front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST ment, then stops blinking but stays lit when FOCUS”), this unit makes its colour tempera- adjustment is complete. ture 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. 24 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) MENU Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with Programme Manager, an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK. ACCESS MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU.

+ SELECT FUNCTION FAR NEAR Press + or – to place the highlight bar on the desired Ð 3 function. MAKE SETTING The setting procedure depends on the function you select. GAIN UP S.LX 4 TELE MACRO OFF If you select GAIN UP, TELE MACRO, INTERVAL INTERVAL TIMER OFF TIMER, REC TIME or JLIP ID NO. . . . REC TIME OFF .... press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices JLIP ID NO. 07 until the desired setting appears. SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME If you select SET CHARACTER or DATE/TIME, ...... press NEAR to access the selection menu for each function (SET CHARACTER – ੬ pg. 21; END :MENU KEY DATE/TIME – ੬ pg. 9). CLOSE MENU Press MENU. The normal screen reappears. GAIN UP NORM TELE MACRO ON 5 INTERVAL TIMER 1MIN REC TIME 1/2S JLIP ID NO. 07 NOTE: SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.

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PAUSE

If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has been changed from the factory settings, this mark appears in the viewfinder. 25 MENU GAIN UP S.LX To record a subject in a dark lit environment. When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse. Automatically selected when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK mode. (S.LX: Super LoLux) NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environment. When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark. OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. TELE MACRO OFF Usually set to this position. ON Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm. •Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus. INTERVAL TIMER OFF This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer 15 S (੬ pg. 26) and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 27). 30 S 1 MIN 5 MIN REC TIME OFF This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation 1/4 S and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 27). 1/2 S 1 S JLIP ID NO. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07. SET CHARACTER Allows you to input characters (੬ pg. 21). DATE/TIME Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 9).

= Factory setting and when the PROGRAM AE Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK NOTE: During shooting in low light, Auto Focus accuracy may decrease even when Gain Up is used. In this case, use Manual Focus (੬ pg. 19). 26 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Interval Self-Timer Timer Indicator You can set the delay between pressing RECORDING START/STOP and the actual start of recording. If you 1MIN Rec Time Indicator 1/2S secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts. NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode MENU + before performing the following steps. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position 1 except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU. NEAR SET INTERVAL TIME Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to 2 “INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired FAR – time appears. Choose from “15S”, “30S”, “1MIN”, “5MIN”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. CLOSE MENU 3 Press MENU. START DELAYED RECORDING Tally lamp Press RECORDING START/STOP. The tally lamp 4 begins blinking, and the blinking frequency increases about 5 seconds before recording is to start. Once recording begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays lit.

To Release Self-Timer . . . GAIN UP S.LX ..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press RECORDING TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF START/STOP to stop the blinking, then set REC TIME OFF “INTERVAL TIMER” to “OFF”. JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME

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1S 1/2S 1/4S OFF

5MIN 1MIN 30S 15S OFF 27 Animation Time-Lapse Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of You can record sequentially at preset time spans. movement. This function allows you to shoot a Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same you can record subtle changes over an extended object for a brief period of time. period of time. NOTE: NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps. performing the following steps. ACCESS MENU SCREEN ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any 1 position except AUTO LOCK, then press 1 position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU. MENU. SET RECORDING TIME SET INTERVAL BETWEEN Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to RECORDINGS 2 “REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to through the choices. Stop when the desired 2 “INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”, to cycle through the choices. Stop when the “1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. desired time appears. Choose from “15S”, Then press MENU to close Menu screen. “30S”, “1MIN”, “5MIN”, or select to turn the START RECORDING function “OFF”. Press the Recording Start/Stop button after SET RECORDING TIME 3 focusing on the subject. The recording stops Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to automatically after the selected period of time. 3 “REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired ASSEMBLE SERIES OF time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”, PICTURES “1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. Repeat step 3 for the desired number of Then press MENU to close Menu screen. pictures. 4 START TIME-LAPSE RELEASE ANIMATION MODE RECORDING Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”. Press the Recording Start/Stop button. 5 4 Recording and intervals alternate automatically. NOTES: RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE ● For best results, make sure the camcorder is To release when the tally lamp is not blinking, secured when shooting in Animation or 5 set “REC TIME” and “INTERVAL TIMER” in the Time-Lapse mode. Menu screen to “OFF”. To release when the ● Fade-in/out cannot be performed during tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording Animation or Time-Lapse shooting. Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set ● Before performing other operations following “INTERVAL TIMER” and “REC TIME” in the Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure Menu screen to “OFF”. the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated. 28 PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading. + INSERT BATTERY Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install 1 one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the illustration at left. Then reattach the cover. VCR INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment 2 door, then insert the cassette and close the Compartment door compartment door. PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the 3 tape back as you would any other. REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens 4 automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the Sliding latch illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette. Compact video cassette NOTES: ● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the Reels reels for safety and tape protection. ● During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen. ● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with adhesive tape. Recording safety hole PLAYBACK Basic Connections 29 There are three basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. Connection To A VCR [A] (Editing, Dubbing and Playback) NOTE: Use the optional Audio and Video cables. To AUDIO and When VIDEO connectors CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR connecting the As shown in the illustration at left, connect the cables, open optional Audio and Video cables between the the jack cover. Audio and Video cables 1 AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder (optional) and those on the VCR. A B SUPPLY POWER To AUDIO and Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. VIDEO IN connectors 2 SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV VCR 3 to its VIDEO mode.

Connection To A TV With A/V Input Antenna Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY) NOTE: Use the optional Audio and Video cables. CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV To AUDIO, As shown in the illustration at left, connect the VIDEO and 1 optional Audio and Video cables between the RF DC OUT AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder connectors and those on the TV. RF unit RF-V5E (optional) SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in 2 its instructions). NOTES: ● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input of the battery pack. Connectors (Playback ONLY) ● To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape, set the NOTE: camcorder’s Power switch to “CAMERA”, Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit. then set your TV to the appropriate input mode. Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for connection ● If you have a TV or speakers that are not procedure. specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture. 30 PLAYBACK Basic Playback PLAY/PAUSE NOTE: Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in REW FF “Basic Connections” (੬ pg. 29). LOAD A CASSETTE Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert 1 the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to STOP ensure the holder is closed and locked. SELECT MODE Set the Power switch to “PLAY”. The Power On 2 indicator lights. PLAYBACK Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in 3 the viewfinder and the connected TV. STOP PLAYBACK 4 Press STOP.

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape POWER during Stop mode.

Recording mode indicator NOTE: The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 SP Tape running minutes in STOP mode or Still Playback mode. To turn M-1:23:45 indicator on again, set the Power switch to “POWER OFF”, then to 4 : Playback “PLAY”. 3 : Fast-Forward/ Forward Search 2 : Rewind/Reverse Tape counter Search 6 : Still Playback PLAYBACK Features 31 FEATURE: Manual Tracking PURPOSE: To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press either +/– button as many times as necessary for best picture. NOTES: ● To reset TRACKING to the original preset, press both + and – buttons + simultaneously. ● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders. FEATURE: Still Playback PURPOSE: To pause during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback. Ð 2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE again. COUNTER R/M PLAY/PAUSE NOTE: Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback. This is normal. FEATURE: Shuttle Search PURPOSE: To allow high-speed search in either STOP direction. OPERATION: Forward Search 1) Press FF during playback. Reverse Search 1) Press REW during playback. REW FF NOTE: Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search. This is normal. FEATURE: Counter Memory Function PURPOSE: To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment. OPERATION: 1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 2 seconds. The counter resets to “0:00:00”. 2) Press COUNTER R/M less than 1 second. “M” appears. 3) After recording or playback, press STOP, then REW. The tape automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00. 4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback. NOTES: ● The counter memory functions in the FF and REW modes. ● To disable Counter Memory Function, press COUNTER R/M so the “M” disappears. 32 EDITING Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left, connect the PLAY/PAUSE 1 camcorder and the VCR.

Power switch PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder’s Power switch to “PLAY”, turn 2 on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. SELECT VCR MODE 3 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes. FIND EDIT-IN POINT To AUDIO and Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot When connecting VIDEO OUT 4 just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press the cables, open the connectors PAUSE on the camcorder. jack cover. START EDITING Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s Audio and 5 Record mode. Video cable (optional) STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press To AUDIO and 6 PAUSE on the camcorder. VIDEO IN connectors EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then 7 stop the VCR and camcorder when finished. VCR (Recording deck) 33 Random Assemble Editing SET REMOTE/VCR CODE [R.A.Edit] SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Create edited videos easily using your Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote camcorder as the source player. You can select 1 toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily SET, and press button (A) and then (B). performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote, RM-V704U or RM-V700U) is set to •The code is automatically set once you release the operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on. CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. OPERATE THE VCR Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while 2 holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for the desired function. The functions the remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this one). MBR SET You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. 1 2 3 VCR CTL

4 5 6 IMPORTANT MBR: Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and 7 8 9 0 RM-V704U (optional) or those of many other makers, it may not work with yours RM-V700U or may offer limited functions. VCR CODE LIST NOTES: VCR BRAND BUTTONS VCR BRAND BUTTONS ● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try NAME (A) (B) NAME (A) (B) another code from the chart. AKAI 6 2 PHILIPS 1 9 ● Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In 6 4 9 5 this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2. 7 7 1 1 ● If the MBR is not able to control the VCR, use the 9 4 BLAUPUNKT 1 3 controls on the VCR. 9 1 ● The MBR cannot be used to operate GR-AX270. FERGUSON 9 7 9 6 9 8 1 2 3 2 3 3 MAKE CONNECTIONS GRUNDIG 1 4 SANYO 3 6 3 4 3 5 CONNECT TO . . . 9 1 HITACHI 6 6 SELECO, REX A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE 6 3 9 6 PAUSE TERMINAL 1 5 1 JVC A 9 1 SHARP Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE B 1 ` 9 6 terminal. C 9 3 SONY 6 5 MITSUBISHI 6 7 6 ` B JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE 3 9 6 8 PAUSE TERMINAL 3 1 NEC 3 7 Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT 3 8 THOMSON, 9 1 connector. TELEFUNKEN, 9 6 PANASONIC 1 3 SABA, 9 7 C 1 7 NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER NORDMENDE 3 2 1 1 Connect the editing cable to the MBR’s Pause-In 9 4 TOSHIBA 6 9 jack. 1 8 6 1 All other connections are as shown in the illustration on page 34.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 34 EDITING (cont.) REW/FF PREPARE CAMCORDER STOP CANCEL Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to 2 “PLAY”. IN/OUT PREPARE VCR R.A. EDIT Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and PLAY/PAUSE 3 engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).

SELECT SCENES ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the 1 counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV. Open the cover To AUDIO REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE To J terminal Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene and VIDEO (JLIP) out connectors 2 you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point. The data appears under IN on the display. Editing cable (optional, 3.5ø – REGISTER END OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and Audio and 3.5ø mini-plug cable) 3 press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under Video cable OUT on the display. The total time of the registered (optional) scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

A B C REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene To Remote (as many as 8). To AUDIO PAUSE 4 and VIDEO IN connectors To Pause-In MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the 5 most recently registered point. VCR (Recording deck) NOTES: ● For GR-AX570 only: The MBR can be used to operate MBR (optional) other camcorder functions as well. Point the MBR at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press any of the following IN/OUT buttons (function appears in parentheses): — ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT) CANCEL — IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT) VCR REC STBY — CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL) ON/OFF ● There must be at least one second between an in-point and its corresponding out-point. ● To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds open between scenes. IN OUT IN OUT ● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or ᮣ 1 0:00:25 1 0:00:25 0:01:05 2 2 0:03:18 0:03:31 out-points. 3 3 0:02:33 0:02:53 4 ᮣ 4 0:04:11 ● If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point, the 5 5 6 6 VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn’t 7 7 8 8 take place. COUNTER 0:00:25 COUNTER 0:04:11 ● Pressing R.A.EDIT clears all in- and out-points from TOTAL 0:00:00 TOTAL 0:01:13 memory. ● Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety. 35 ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder) AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

1 3 2 ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared 1 sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode. BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING EDITED TAPE (VCR) Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the EDIT 2 specified order. END AUTOMATIC EDITING When all selected scenes have been copied, the 3 camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode. STOP Press STOP on both units. •When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio/video cable. NOTES: ● If you performed step 1 C on page 33 (“MAKE CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing. ● The on-screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene. ● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited tape with certain VCRs.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL

Using the MBR, it is also possible to perform deck-to-deck Random Assemble Editing. The playback deck must be an AV OUT R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The recording deck can be... Player (JVC VCR) Ⅲ a VCR other than JVC, or Ⅲ a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R.A. EDIT connector To Editing cable R.A.EDIT (optional, 3.5 ø -3.5 ø How to use: mini-plug cable) — Connect the playback deck and MBR as shown on the AV IN left. — Set the MBR to correspond to the brand of the recording Recording deck deck (੬ P. 33). — For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as To the playback deck. PAUSE IN Notes: Ⅲ MBR cannot be used to control the playback deck. Ⅲ MBR is capable of controling basic operations of the recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not MBR possible with some brands and models.) Other buttons (optional) cannot be used. Ⅲ To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the controls on the recording deck itself. 36 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX570 only) The 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. NOTE: The remote controls cannot operate GR-AX270.

A B 1 C Installing The Battery

2 2 3 PULL OUT BATTERY a 2 3 3 1 1 HOLDER Release 1 A Lock hole 1 tab Type : Pull out by inserting a pointed 1 instrument into slot a . Type B : Pull out while sliding the lock 1 hole. Type C : Pinch the release tab and pull 2 7 # 1 out. 8 7 INSERT BATTERY $ 3 9 % Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert 8 the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the 9 2 2 4 0 battery holder. ! ^ 5 ! 5 @ REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER 0 4 3 6 Insert the battery holder into the remote 6 @ 3 control unit, and push the holder until it & clicks into place. * Read the caution concerning lithium batteries ( RM-V705U RM-V704U or RM-V700U ੬ pg. 2). (provided with GR-AX570) (optional)

FUNCTIONS BUTTONS With the camcorder’s power switch With the camcorder’s power switch set set to “CAMERA”. to “PLAY”. 1 Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal. transmitting window 2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom (invariable speed, ੬ pg. 13) — 3 PLAY Button — Playback start (੬ pg. 30) 4 STOP Button — Stop (੬ pg. 30) 5 REW Button Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 14) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 30) 6 INSERT Button — Insert Editing (੬ pg. 38) 7 START/STOP Button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder. 8 INT. TIME Button Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 37) — 9 REC TIME Button Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 37) — 0 PAUSE Button — Pause (੬ pg. 31) ! FF Button Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 14) FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 30) @ A.DUB Button — Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 39) # PAUSE IN Connector — ੬ pg. 34 $ MBR SET Button — ੬ pg. 33 % VISS Button Index Code marking (੬ pg. 37) — ^ VCR CTL Button — ੬ pg. 33 & R.A.EDIT Buttons — ੬ pg. 34 # — & : RM-V704U/V700U only. 37

FEATURE: Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse PURPOSE: The remote control lets you set/release Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as Transmitted beam well as the Menu screen. effective area OPERATION: Self-Timer 1) Set 15° 5m Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 26 (“Self-Timer”), press INT. 30 ° TIME on the remote control. Each time 30° Remote sensor INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval 15° (GR-AX570 only) Timer indicator appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, When using the remote control, be sure to 5MIN and No indication (off). point it at the remote sensor. The above 2) Release illustration shows the approximate transmitted Instead of setting “INTERVAL TIMER” beam effective area for indoor use. to “OFF” in the Menu, press INT. TIME The transmitted beam may not be effective or on the remote control until the Interval may cause incorrect operation outdoors or Timer indicator disappears. when the remote sensor is directly exposed to Animation sunlight or powerful lighting. 1) Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on Index Code Marking pg. 27 (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote control. Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec Time Interval indicator appears, changing in the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No Timer Indicator 1MIN INDEX indication (off). 1/2S Rec Time Indicator 2) Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on Viewfinder pg. 27, press REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time indicator disappears. Time-Lapse 1) Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 27 (“Time-Lapse”), press INT. TIME and REC TIME on the remote control. Each time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer indicator appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No indication (off). Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator appears, changing in the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No indication (off). 2) Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 27, press INT. TIME and REC TIME START/STOP on the remote control until the indicators disappear. VISS NOTE: Also refer to pgs. 26 and 27. INT. TIME REC TIME FEATURE: Index Code Marking (RM-V704U or V700U only) PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any selected point on a recording. OPERATION: 1) Press VISS once to place the index RM-V704U or RM-V705U code. “INDEX” blinks in the RM-V700U OR (provided with viewfinder during marking. (optional) GR-AX570 only) NOTE: If VISS is pressed during Record–Standby mode, the mark is placed where RECORDING START/STOP is pressed. 38 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX570 only) (cont.) Insert Editing COUNTER R/M You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. NOTE: Use the RM-V705U, RM-V704U or RM-V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure. SELECT MODE 1 Set the Power switch to “PLAY”. FIND EDIT-OUT POINT Play back the tape, locate the point and press 2 PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control. POWER RESET COUNTER Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than 2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for M-1:23:45 Tape Counter 3 less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in Insert editing indicator the viewfinder. FIND EDIT-IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the Viewfinder 4 scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the point where the new scene should start. ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing 5 INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen. BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press RECORDING START/STOP. When the counter 6 reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

START/STOP END INSERT EDITING Press STOP. REW 7 PLAY PAUSE REW NOTES: ● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 14) can be performed. INSERT ● The tape may stop slightly before or after the RM-V704U or RM-V705U designated end point, and noise bars may appear. RM-V700U OR (provided with Neither indicates a defect in the unit. (optional) GR-AX570 only) ● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode. 39 Audio dubbing indicator Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape Viewfinder e (normal audio only). M-0:05:20 ** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure (੬ pg. 38) before continuing. •The sound comes from the built-in mike. FIND EDIT-IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the 1 scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start. ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing 2 A. DUB, press and release PAUSE. BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Mike Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”, 3 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode. END AUDIO DUBBING Press STOP. REW 4

PLAY PAUSE NOTES: ● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or REW the edit points will not be accurate. A. DUB ● If the mike is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur. RM-V704U or RM-V705U RM-V700U OR (provided with (optional) GR-AX570 only) NOTES (for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing): ● Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording. ● To edit/dub onto a tape with the recording safety tab removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. ● Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate. ● During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert– Pause or Audio Dub–Standby is engaged, the counter may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however, stops at exactly 0:00:00. 40 USER MAINTENANCE LENS COVER After Use open/close switch Set the Power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off 1 the camcorder. Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove 2 the cassette. Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing 3 PUSH. 4 Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack. Set to “POWER OFF” Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close BATT. RELEASE 5 the lens cover.

EJECT Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR 1 Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

PUSH CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with Remove 2 lens cleaning paper. CLEAN VIEWFINDER 1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it 3 out. 2 Remove dust using a blower brush. 3 Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise. NOTES: ● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or Marks alcohol. ● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected. ● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. TROUBLESHOOTING 41 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) POWER No power is supplied. ● The battery pack has not been attached correctly (੬ pg. 6). ● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 6). ● The power supply has not been correctly connected (੬ pg. 7). The power suddenly goes off and ● The battery pack has completely discharged. doesn’t come back on by itself. ● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still doesn’t come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer. RECORDING Recording cannot be performed. ● The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing. Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have sliding tabs. In this case, check the position of the tab.) Recording does not start. ● The camcorder Power switch has not been set to “CAMERA” (੬ pg. 12). PLAYBACK The tape is running, but there’s no ● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel. playback picture. ● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV switch has not been set to VIDEO. ● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel. Noise bars appear in the playback ● Manual Tracking has not been performed (੬ pg. 31). picture. Playback picture is blurred or ● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your interrupted. nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement. The counter indication is blurred ● This is normal. during Still playback. TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast-forward or ● The Counter Memory Function has been activated rewind. (੬ pg. 31). Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot ● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other. be performed. 42 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) OTHER The tape won’t eject. ● The battery pack is running low. Some functions are not available. ● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”. Vertical white lines appear when ● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the shooting a very bright object. background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the camcorder. Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear ● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. in the viewfinder. The picture is blurred in the Quick ● This is normal while recording in the LP mode. Some noise Review or Retake mode. may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬ pg. 10). An error number (E03) appears in ● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the the viewfinder. power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again. If the error number still appears in the view- finder, consult your nearest JVC dealer. The image is out of focus. ● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 8). ● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 18). A character generator title and the ● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while date and time displays disappear the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. from the viewfinder. Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting the power source. Even though the Lens Cover is open, ● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the the Lens Cover Warning indicator camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position blinks. of the Lens Cover.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning. INDEX Viewfinder 43

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Viewfinder Indications 1 Cassette Warning/Remaining % Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Tape Time ...... ੬ pg. 12 Changes as follows according to the battery When no cassette is inserted or when Erase pack’s remaining power level: Protection tab is not in the position that allows “ ”. When the power is recording, the Cassette ( )Warning blinks. almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unit Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is dis- shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully played. charged one. 2 Recording Mode (SP/LP) Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 10 (Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened 3, 9 PROGRAM AE Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 16 squares — — does not necessarily mean Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the that the battery pack is fully charged.) PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one ^ Focus Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 18 position to another. Then only the indicator & Exposure Level Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 17 remains at 9. * White Balance Mode Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 23 4 Program Manager Function ( Menu Setting Change Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 24 Indication ...... ੬ pg. 20 ) Index Code Marking ...... ੬ pg. 37 Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is q Clock Warning set to any position other than AUTO LOCK. Displayed for about 5 seconds if the clock 5 Lens Cover Warning ...... ੬ pg. 12 (lithium) battery is not in place or is exhausted 6 Tape Length Display ...... ੬ pg. 10 when power is turned on. 7 Zoom Level Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 13 Also displayed for about 5 seconds when clock 8 Recording Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 12 battery becomes exhausted while using the 0 Fade–Standby Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 20 camcorder. For inserting or replacing the clock battery. ! Interval Time/Recording (੬ pg. 8) Time Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 26 w @ Record–Standby Mode Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 12 Condensation Warning # When this indication appears, all functions are Instant Title Display ...... ੬ pg. 21 disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing the $ Date/Time Character Display ...... ੬ pg. 22 power source) for a few hours, and when you turn it on again the indicator should disappear. e Tape End Display ...... ੬ pg. 12 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback, recording or fast-forward. 44 INDEX Controls 6078 9! 12

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Controls 1 Diopter Adjustment ...... ੬ pg. 8 @ REW Button ...... ੬ pg. 30 2 Power Zoom Switch ...... ੬ pg. 13 RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ...... ੬ pg. 14 3 BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ...... ੬ pg. 6 # FF Button ...... ੬ pg. 30 4 Recording Start/Stop Button ...... ੬ pg. 12 RETAKE F Button ...... ੬ pg. 14 $ 5 POWER Switch ...... ੬ pg.12, 30 PLAY/PAUSE Button ...... ੬ pg. 30 % 6 STOP Button ...... ੬ pg. 30 SELECT Button ...... ੬ pg. 20 7 Tape Length [T30•45•60] ^ SET Button ...... ੬ pg. 20 Select Button ...... ੬ pg. 10 & PROGRAM AE Select Dial ...... ੬ pg. 16 COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory] * Multi-Function Control Button ...... ੬ pg. 31 • Exposure +/– ...... ੬ pg. 17 8 EDIT Button ...... ੬ pg. 35 • Focus FAR/NEAR ...... ੬ pg. 18 9 Recording Mode [SP/LP] Select • Menu Setting Change ...... ੬ pg. 24 Button ...... ੬ pg. 10 • Tracking +/– ...... ੬ pg. 31 R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...... ੬ pg. 34 ( MENU Button ...... ੬ pg. 24 0 R.A.EDIT Button...... ੬ pg. 34 ) PUSH Button ...... ੬ pg. 10 ! R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button ...... ੬ pg. 34 q EJECT Switch ...... ੬ pg. 10 45

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Connectors Indicators w J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) u Tally Lamp ...... ੬ pg. 12 Connector.) i Power On Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 12 (Located beneath the jack cover) • Connect the Editing Cable when performing Other Parts Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 34). o Video Light (GR-AX570 only)...... ੬ pg. 15 •It is used to connect the camcorder to a device p such as a personal computer. • Camera sensor For further detail consult your nearest JVC Be careful not to cover this area; built-in dealer. here is the sensor necessary for shooting. Information (in English) is also availble at our • Remote sensor (GR-AX570 only) ...... ੬ pg. 37 home page: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/ Q Microphone ...... ੬ pg. 39 e DC IN Jack ...... ੬ pg. 7 W Shoulder Strap Eyelets ...... ੬ pg. 11 E The jacks r to y are located beneath the jack Clock Battery Compartment ...... ੬ pg. 8 cover. R Battery Pack Mount ...... ੬ pg. 6 T r VIDEO OUT Jack ...... ੬ pg. 29 Electronic Viewfinder ...... ੬ pg. 8 Y t RF DC OUT Jack...... ੬ pg. 29 LENS COVER Switch ...... ੬ pg. 12 U y AUDIO OUT Jack ...... ੬ pg. 29 Grip Strap ...... ੬ pg. 11 I VIDEO LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF Switch (GR-AX570 only) ...... ੬ pg. 15 O Tripod Mounting Socket ...... ੬ pg. 11 46 INDEX Terms A N AC Power Adapter ...... pg. 6 ND Effect Mode ...... pg. 16 Animation Recording ...... pg. 27, 37 Audio Dubbing ...... pg. 39 P Auto Date Record ...... pg. 22 Playback ...... pg. 30 Auto Focus ...... pg. 18 Program AE with Special Effects ...... pg. 16 Auto Mode Lock Mode ...... pg. 16 Provided Accessories ...... pg. 4 Auto Mode Release Mode ...... pg. 16 Q B Quick Review ...... pg. 14 Battery Pack ...... pg. 6, 47 R Brighten the Image ...... pg. 17 Random Assemble Editing ...... pg. 33–35 C Recording, Advanced Features ...... pg. 16–27 Car Battery ...... pg. 7 Recording ...... pg. 12 Cassette Adapter ...... pg. 28 Recording, Start/Stop ...... pg. 12 Character Generator ...... pg. 21 Recording Mode Setting ...... pg. 10 Charge Marker ...... pg. 6 Recording-Standby ...... pg. 12 Charging the Battery Pack ...... pg. 6 Remote Control Unit...... pg. 36 Clock (Lithium) Battery ...... pg. 8, 36 Remove Cassette...... pg. 10 Connection to a VCR/TV ...... pg. 29 Retake...... pg. 14 Contents ...... Cover page Rewind Tape ...... pg. 30 Counter Memory ...... pg. 31 S D Self-Timer ...... pg. 26, 37 Darken the Image ...... pg. 17 Sepia Mode ...... pg. 17 Date/Time/Character Insert ...... pg. 22 Shoulder Strap Attachment ...... pg. 11 Date/Time Setting ...... pg. 9 Shuttle Search ...... pg. 31 Discharge the Battery pack ...... pg. 6 Specifications ...... pg. 49 Diopter Adjust ...... pg. 8 Sports Mode ...... pg. 17 E Still Playback ...... pg. 31 Electronic Fog Filter Mode ...... pg. 16 T Erase Protection ...... pg. 10 Tape Counter ...... pg. 30 Exposure Control ...... pg. 17 Tape Dubbing ...... pg. 32 Tape Length Setting...... pg. 10 F Time-Lapse Shooting...... pg. 27, 37 Fade-in/out ...... pg. 20 Tracking ...... pg. 31 Fast-Forward Tape...... pg. 30 Tripod Mounting ...... pg. 11 Focus Lock ...... pg. 18 Twilight Mode...... pg. 17 G V Grip Adjustment ...... pg. 11 Video Light ...... pg. 15 Viewfinder Adjustment ...... pg. 8 H Viewfinder, Indications ...... pg. 43 High Speed Shutter Mode ...... pg. 17 W I White Balance Adjustment ...... pg. 23 Index Code Marking ...... pg. 37 Wide Mode ...... pg. 20 Insert Cassette ...... pg. 10 Insert Editing ...... pg. 38 Z Instant Titles ...... pg. 21 Zooming ...... pg. 13 M Manual Focus ...... pg. 19 MBR code Setting ...... pg. 33 CAUTIONS 47 .... charge in an environment where Video Light temperatures are within the tolerances shown • The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not in the chart below. This is a chemical touch it either while in operation or soon after reaction type battery—cooler temperatures turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. impede chemical reaction, while warmer • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case temperatures can prevent complete charging. immediately after using the video light, since it .... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure remains extremely hot. to high temperatures will increase natural • When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm discharge and shorten service life. between the video light and people or object. .... avoid prolonged uncharged storage. • Do not us e near flammable or explosive .... remove from charger or powered unit when materials. not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off. Serious malfunctioning 3. To prevent damage to the camcorder ...... replace the battery pack when it begins to If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit deliver less recording time per charge. immediately and consult your local JVC NOTE: It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after General Battery Precautions charging, or after use. Temperature Ranges • When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not functioning even when correctly operated, the Charging ...... 10°C to 35°C batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh Operation ...... 0°C to 40°C ones. Storage ...... –10°C to 30°C • Use only the following battery: NOTES: C-P6U or C-P7U ...... R6(AA) size ● Recharging time is based on room temperature of Please make note of the following rules for battery 20°C. use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode. ● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging 1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when takes. replacing the battery. 2. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode. Cassettes 3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to 4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored read the following cautions: for an extended period to avoid battery leakage 1. During use . . . which can cause malfunctions. .... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark. .... be aware that recording onto prerecorded Battery Packs tapes automatically erases the previously The supplied battery pack is a recorded video and audio signals. nickel-cadmium battery. Before .... make sure the cassette is positioned properly using the supplied battery pack or when inserting. an optional battery pack, be sure to .... do not load and unload the cassette read the following cautions: repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage. 1. To avoid hazard . . . Terminals .... do not open the front tape cover. This .... do not burn. exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust. .... do not short-circuit the terminals. .... do not modify or disassemble. 2. Store cassettes ...... use only specified chargers. .... away from heaters or other heat sources. .... out of direct sunlight. 2. To prevent damage and prolong service .... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary life . . . shock or vibration. .... do not subject to unnecessary shock. .... where they won’t be exposed to strong .... avoid repeated charging without fully magnetic fields (such as those generated by discharging. motors, transformers or magnets). .... vertically, in their original cases. 48 CAUTIONS (cont.) Main Unit Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit 1. For safety, DO NOT . . . immediately and consult your local JVC dealer...... open the camcorder’s chassis...... disassemble or modify the unit...... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS use. Dust and dirt on video heads ..... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to 1. Always allow enough time for your camcorder to enter the unit. acclimatize to its environment before using it...... remove the battery pack or disconnect the 2. Do not use the unit in areas of high humidity. power supply while the power is on. (Typical areas of high humidity are given below.) ..... leave the battery pack attached when the •From being used or stored in a very cold outdoor camcorder is not in use. situation, then immediately being used in a warm indoor situation. 2. Avoid using the unit . . . •From being used or stored in a cool air-conditioned ..... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. situation, then being used in a high-humidity ..... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a outdoor situation. cooking stove. •Other areas where rapid large temperature changes ..... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. can occur...... near a television set. 3. Taking care of your “C” format video cassette tapes...... near appliances generating strong magnetic or •Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position, electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, complete in their cassette cases. etc.). •During transportation, always store cassettes in ..... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C) their cassette cases. or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures. 4. Check recorded information at regular intervals. If 3. DO NOT leave the unit . . . the camcorder is equipped with a quick review ..... in places of over 50°C. facility, use this facility to check whether the picture ..... in places where humidity is extremely low is clear or not. (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). If the quick review or playback picture is not clear, ..... in direct sunlight. then the video heads may be dirty...... in a closed car in summer. Note: ..... near a heater. As a maladjusted tracking control can give similar 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . . symptoms to dirty video heads, please check that the ..... allow it to become wet. tracking control of the unit is in the centre position...... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. Cleaning the video heads ..... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video transportation. heads may cause the playback picture to become ..... keep the lens directed at extremely bright blurred or interrupted. Although this camcorder is objects for long periods. equipped with a built-in head cleaner which ..... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun. automatically cleans the heads, reducing the likelihood ..... carry it by holding the viewfinder. of dirty heads, if such troubles are encountered, we ..... swing it excessively when using the shoulder recommend the use of the cleaning cassette specifically strap. designed for JVC camcorders, model number TCC-2U. 5. This camcorder features a built-in head cleaner Please use the cleaning cassette as indicated below: which automatically cleans the heads and head 1 After inserting the cleaning cassette, activate the drum when a cassette is loaded or unloaded. If, Play mode for a maximum of 15 seconds (normally, however, the heads become dirty and cause 5 seconds is sufficient). blurriness or interruption in the playback 2 Remove the cleaning cassette and check the picture, consult your nearest JVC dealer. playback picture with a previously good-recorded tape. About moisture condensation . . . 3 If the picture is clear, then recording on a new tape • You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a can begin when desired. glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass‘ 4 If the picture is not clear, repeat steps 1 to 3 up to outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the two more times. head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a 5 If the picture is still unclear, consult your local JVC cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold dealer. room, under extremely humid conditions or in a Important Note: place directly subjected to the cool air from an air If heads have become dirty, the associated tape will conditioner. also be damaged, please do not use the tape again. • Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage * A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to video heads and head drum whenever a cassette is the camcorder itself. loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging. * Cleaning cassette TCC-2U is available from your JVC local dealer. SPECIFICATIONS 49 GENERAL AUDIO Format : VHS PAL standard Output : –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm (via Power source : DC 6V AUDIO out connector) Power consumption GR-AX570 light on : 8.5 W AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER GR-AX570 light off : 5.5 W (AA-V11EA) SPECIFICATIONS GR-AX270 : 5.3 W Power requirement : AC 110 to 240 V`, Signal system : PAL-type 50/60 HZ Video recording system Power consumption : 23 W Luminance : FM recording Output Colour : Converted sub-carrier Charge : DC 8.5 V , 1.3 A direct recording VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A Conforms to VHS Charging system : Constant current, peak standard detection, timer Cassette : VHS-C cassette controlled Tape speed Dimensions : 150 (W) x 42 (H) SP : 23.39 mm/sec x 68 (D) mm LP : 11.70 mm/sec Weight : Approx. 350 g Recording time Max. SP : 60 minutes CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U) (with EC-60 cassette) LP : 120 minutes SPECIFICATIONS (with EC-60 cassette) Dimensions : 188 (W) x 25 (H) Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C x 104 (D) mm Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Weight : Approx. 240 g Storage temperature : –20°C to +50°C Accessory : “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1 Weight GR-AX570 : Approx. 810 g Provided Accessories ...... ੬ pg. 4 GR-AX270 : Approx. 820 g Dimensions Optional Accessories (Including viewfinder) •Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U GR-AX570 : 112 (W) x 112 (H) x 208 (D) mm •Car Battery Charger BH-V3E GR-AX270 : 112 (W) x 112 (H) •RF Unit RF-V5E x 229 (D) mm •Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30 •Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U CAMERA •Wireless Remote Control Unit (MBR) RM-V704U Pick up : 1/4” format CCD or RM-V700U Lens : F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm, The RM-V704U/V700U cannot be used to operate 18:1 power zoom lens the GR-AX270. with auto iris and macro The GR-AX270 can use the RM-V704U/V700U control, filter diameter only for R.A.Edit with a non-JVC VCR. 46 mm Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder Some acccessories are not available in some areas. with Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on •0.55” color LCD accessories and their availability. (GR-AX570) Specifications shown are for SP mode unless •0.5” Black/white CRT otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and (GR-AX270) specifications subject to change without notice. White balance adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment

VIDEO Output : 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced (via VIDEO out connector) MEMO MEMO GR-AX570 GR-AX270 VP * UN * Printed in Japan 0297TOV EA VICTOR COMPANY LIMITED JAPAN, OF COMPANY VICTOR COPYRIGHT© 1997 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.