JVC HQ VHS instruction manual Dear Customer

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety informa- tion and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (☞ pg. 3).

•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

..... refer to the Index (☞ pgs. 40 – 42) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions (☞ pgs. 43, 44). They contain ex-

tremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS:

■To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

■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.

Warning on lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate.

Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

■Dispose of used battery promptly.

■Keep away from children.

■Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording is possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V22U/V25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65.

PAL

■Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be used with this unit.

■HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

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Contents This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ Dear CustomerLogical Choice Supply Power PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackAA-V11EG DC OUTViewfinder Adjustment Close Menu Start Clock OperationMenu Program AE select dialRecording Mode Setting Tape Length SettingLoading/Unloading a Cassette Shoulder Strap Attachment Grip AdjustmentTripod Mounting Load a Cassette Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeStart Shooting Stop RecordingFeature Purpose Operation Power zoom lever Zoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicatorPush the switch up toward W ZoomingQuick Review Retake R/F FeatureRetake SET Video Light Video Light GR-AX837/AX637 onlyLight ON/AUTO/OFF JVC dealer for replacing the video lightDial Viewfinder Mode Viewfinder ModeIndication Exposure Control Restore Initial SettingBrighten Image Darken ImageLock Focus FocusingRelease Focus Lock FAR NearPower zoom lever Wide FaderCharacter Generator Instant TitlesDate/Time Character Insert Choose Display ModeSelect Display SET Program AEAdjust White Balance Adjust FocusSelect White Balance Select SETMake Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentSetting procedure depends on the function you select Press MENU. The normal screen reappearsGain UP Interval Timer OFFNorm OFFRec Time Indicator Interval Timer IndicatorMenu Near FAR Time-Lapse AnimationInsert Cassette in Adapter Cassette AdapterPlay Back on Connected VCR Remove Cassette from AdapterConnect Camcorder to TV Connect Camcorder to VCRRewind or Fast-forward the tape PLAY/PAUSE REW FF Stop PowerPlayback Stop PlaybackCounter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Stop REW FF Feature To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectors Power switchSET Remote to Operate VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditOperate the VCR Connect toPrepare Camcorder Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayPrepare VCR Register Beginning of SceneEND Automatic Editing Begin Automatic EditingEdited Tape VCR Stop Pull OUT Battery Installing The BatteryHolder RM-V704U or RM-V700URemote sensor Transmitted beam effective areaSTART/STOP Viss INT. Time REC Time RM-V704U or RM-V705U RM-V700UTape Counter Counter R/MViewfinder START/STOP REW Play Pause InsertREW Play Pause DUB Audio dubbing indicator Viewfinder MikeRM-V704U or RM-V700U or optional Recording does not start Recording cannot be performedTape is running, but there’s no playback picture Noise bars appear in the playback pictureTape won’t eject Review or Retake modeShooting a very bright object Image is out of focusTape Length T304560 SET Button ......................................... pgProgram AE Select Dial .................. pg Select Button ...................................... pgVideo Light Tally Lamp Power On IndicatorCamera sensor MicrophoneSet to any position other than Auto Lock Focus Indicator# Instant Title Display $ Date/Time Character Display For inserting or replacing the clockDo not burn Store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposureDo not modify or disassemble Use only specified chargers Make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C markClean Lens Clean ExteriorClean Viewfinder Remove EyepieceOutput DBs, 1 k-ohm Via Audio out Connector Auto/Manual adjustmentDetection, timer Controlled Dimensions X 42 H Weight Approx g
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