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Page 1: ...tion stops the demonstration temporarily If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off To cancel Automatic Demonstration set the Power Switch _ to _ and press the MENU Wheel O in while the demo is in progress This takes you directly to the demo mode s Setting Menu so you will not have to g...

Page 2: ...ery Pack BN V11U Lens Cap AA R6 Battery for Cassette Adapter NOTE In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter If a cable has only one core filter the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder ...

Page 3: ...local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance http www eiae org This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type color television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible any where Use the JVC BN V11UN12UN20UN400U battery packs and to recharge them or to supply power to th...

Page 4: ...posed to dripping or splashing Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids such as cosmetics or medicines flower vases potted plants cups etc on top of this unit If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment fire or electric shock may be caused IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these...

Page 5: ...ications pg 9 10 t7 Load A Tape pg 8 M Manual Focus pg I2 Menu Screen pg 20 22 Monotone Effect pg 24 Mosaic Effect pg 24 N ND Effect Mode pg 23 Nega Posi Mode pg 24 P Picture Stabilizer pg I8 Playback pg 1I Program AE with Special Effects pg 23 Provided Accessories pg 2 Q Quick Review pg I3 R Recording Advanced Features pg 23 24 Recording Start Stop pg 11 Recording Format S VHS S VHS ET pg 20 Reco...

Page 6: ...l 45 40 BN V20U 135 120 optional 75 70 BN V40OU 315 285 optional 165 180 when the video light is on USING AC POWER Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder _ step 2 and 3 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V Before detaching the power source make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so ca...

Page 7: ...harge the BN Vll U V12U V20UN400U battery pack without the camcorder However it cannot be used as an AC adapter To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Adapter near a radio Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the LCD monitor is used repeatedly Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to ...

Page 8: ...ead it through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet _ making sure the strap is not twisted Adjust the length LoadinglUnloading A Cassette 1 Open the LCD monitor fully and keep it aligned vertically with the camera do not tilt it at an angle Slide EJECT _ until the cassette holder opens Do not use force to open 2 Insert or remove a cassette When i...

Page 9: ...s cap attached to the camcorder _ Cassette holder I _ _iiiiiiiii _ ii _ 180 Viewfinder Speaker LCD monitor Turn the gear to take up slack protection tab Video light Microphone During Recording LCD MonitorNiewfinderIndications m During Playback _ pg 25 for i _ m _il 4_i _l ...

Page 10: ...reful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here _ Grip Strap _ _ pg 8 _ Tripod Mounting Socket _ pg 8 _Tape Remaining Time _ _ pg 2 IN Recording Mode Indicator _ pg 20 _Video Light Indicator _ _ pg 13 1 _4_ Backlight Compensation Indicator _ pg 12 Recording Format Indicator S S ET _ pg 20 Digital Effect Indicator _ _ pg 24 Programme AE Indicator _ pg 23 Fade Wipe Stan...

Page 11: ...be performed PLAYBACK Load a tape _ pg 8 Loading Unloading A Cassette Set the Power Switch li_ to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button _ located on the switch To start playback press I_ 11 I_I To stop playback temporarily Still Playback press I_ 11 I_I To stop playback press i_ Press _ to rewind or _ tf_ to fast forward the tape High speed picture search Shuttle Search is possible by pressing ...

Page 12: ...nd the subject is brightened 2 To cancel Backlight Compensation press BACK LIGHT 1_ again 1_ disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level Backlight Compensation functions in both recording modes El or _ Using BACK LIGHT _ may make the subject too bright resulting in a washed out or white image BACK LIGHT 1_ cannot be used when the manual Exposure Control mode _ pg 18 is engaged Auto...

Page 13: ...objects Do not use near flammable or explosive materials It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital Zoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever O towards T to zoom in or W to zoom out The further you slide the Power Zo...

Page 14: ...yed The TBC indicator _ turns green grey with a camcorder equipped with a black white view finder while TBC is working and white while TBC is not operative TBC does not work during Still Playback and Shuttle Search _J pg 11 It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is activated or deactivated at the edit in out points or when normal p...

Page 15: ...o cable Consult the JVC Service Conter described on the sheet included in the package for details on its availability Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder The core filter reduces interference Tape Dubbing 1 Connect the camcorder and the VCR _ _ Connections To A TV VCR Set the Power Switch Ii_ to PLAY while pressing down the Lock Button 11 located on the switch turn on t...

Page 16: ...e around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole and push up and remove the cassette During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode cannot be played back on a regular VHS VCR Playback is possible with a VCR equipped with the S VHS function During special effect playback...

Page 17: ...i i l ill i li _ During shooting Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder _ Cassette holder i Viewfinder Speaker LCD monitor Turn the gear to take up slack protection tab Video light Microphone LCDMonitor ViewfinderIndications During Recording During Playback ...

Page 18: ... reappears with the highlight bar on I_RETURN Press the MENU Wheel 0 in The normal screen reappears CAMERA MENU EXPOSURE Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing When the background is overly dark or the subject ...

Page 19: ...er isturned off orthebattery removed White balance cannot beused when the SEPIA or MONOTONE mode _ _ pg 24 Digital Effects isactivated Allows you tosuperimpose one ofeight preset titles _ shows the selected title which remains until OFF isselected TITL_SETU_ Adjust the settings for TITLE SIZE When LARGE is selected the title is twice enlarged vertically more than selected NORMAL Even if LARGE is s...

Page 20: ... even with S VHS ET recording It is recommended that you do test record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained If the S VHS ET mode or recording format is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point It is recommended that tapes recorded on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode can b...

Page 21: ...ded period of time Time Lapse REC MODE should be set to SP Please note that it is necessary to set the REC TIME Animation in the SYSTEM MENU before performing the INT TIME Time Lapse function Select the desired interval time and press the Recording Start Stop Button _ Fade or wipe in out cannot be performed This function is cancelled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected To us...

Page 22: ...ou cannot see theactual changes ofthe Automatic Demonstration activated ontheLCD monitor or viewfinder Toadjust thebrightness ofthe LCD monitor perform the following steps quickly within approx 1second byeach interval 1 Select LCD BRIGHT inSYSTEM MENU The BRIGHT ON message appears 2 Press theBRIGHT Wheel Ointoreturn to normal screen 3 Rotate theBRIGHT Wheel Otodisplay the bright level indicator _ ...

Page 23: ...reen from the upper right to the lower left corner revealing the scene or wipes out from lower left to upper right leaving a black screen WINDOW Wipe Wipes in on a black screen from the centre of the screen towards the corners revealing the scene or wipe out from the corners to the centre leaving a black screen Programme AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch I_ to while pressing down the ...

Page 24: ...mbine this with WIDE in SYSTEM MENU for a classic look B W MONOTONE Like black and white films your footage is shot in B W Combine this with WIDE in SYSTEM MENU for a classic look E_ B FILTER Recorded scenes have a bluish tint E_ R FILTER Recorded scenes have a reddish tint _ SOLARI The picture is recorded with an effect similar to a painting NEGA POSI The colours of a picture are reversed MOSAIC ...

Page 25: ...mcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source The tape will not eject The battery pack is running low If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees the EJECT switch t_ does not function 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 ...

Page 26: ...specified chargers Terminals 2 To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharging charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemicai reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging sto...

Page 27: ... pressing the Close button _4 Close and lock the LCD monitor _5 Stide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack _6 Attach the provided tens cap to the camcorder s lens 2 CleaningThe Camcorder Wipe gently the exterior with a soft c_oth Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt then wipe again with a dry cloth Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a soft cloth B...

Page 28: ...o iris and macro control filter diameter 40 5 mm Viewfinder White balance adjustment LCD monitor Speaker Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Auto Manual adjustment 2 5 diagonally measured LCD panet TFT active matrix system Monaural Connectors Video Audio S Video I V p p 75 _2 unbalanced analog output via Video output connector 300 mV rms t k _2 analog output via Audio output connector Y...

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