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2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is recorded and played back in Backlight Compensation Simply ...
2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is recorded and played back in Backlight Compensation Simply ...
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... an identical approved type, as follows: Blue wire to replace the fuse cover. BE SURE to the mains supply. EN 3 CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is not suitable for the power points in your plug, connect as originally fitted, and to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. DO NOT ...: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may present...
... an identical approved type, as follows: Blue wire to replace the fuse cover. BE SURE to the mains supply. EN 3 CAUTIONS: ● This camcorder is not suitable for the power points in your plug, connect as originally fitted, and to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. DO NOT ...: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. Use the JVC BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may present...
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... but, like any electrical equipment, care must be placed on the apparatus. Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it has sufficient space on all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are...of these batteries must be safe than sorry! switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your equipment. Overheating will cause the camcorder to watch television whilst driving. this could tip over, causing serious damage to this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to...
... but, like any electrical equipment, care must be placed on the apparatus. Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camcorder and leaving it has sufficient space on all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are...of these batteries must be safe than sorry! switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your equipment. Overheating will cause the camcorder to watch television whilst driving. this could tip over, causing serious damage to this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to...
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... that can be stored during shooting. : Blinks in white when a memory card is not loaded. : Blinks in the memory card. recording.) G Clock Icon (੬ pg. 25) During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording Only 34 5 6 1024 INTERVAL 15 7 a Image Size: 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) (੬ pg. 34) ... Image Stabiliser ("DIS") (੬ pg. 32) M SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 32) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.) L : Auxiliary Microphone Level R Indicator (Appears when an optional microphone is reading the data in yellow while the...
... that can be stored during shooting. : Blinks in white when a memory card is not loaded. : Blinks in the memory card. recording.) G Clock Icon (੬ pg. 25) During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording Only 34 5 6 1024 INTERVAL 15 7 a Image Size: 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640 x 480) (੬ pg. 34) ... Image Stabiliser ("DIS") (੬ pg. 32) M SOUND 12BIT/16BIT: Sound Mode Indicator (੬ pg. 32) (Appears for approx. 5 seconds after turning on the camcorder.) L : Auxiliary Microphone Level R Indicator (Appears when an optional microphone is reading the data in yellow while the...
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...cards marked " " or " " can become dirty more video than SP (Standard) mode, but JVC brand cassette tapes are designed and optimized to make a trial recording. We recommend cleaning your camcorder. Cassette tapes should be dirty. LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more easily if... a show, performance or exhibition for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Remember that this camcorder is strongly recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with the Mini DV mark . 10 EN GETTING ...
...cards marked " " or " " can become dirty more video than SP (Standard) mode, but JVC brand cassette tapes are designed and optimized to make a trial recording. We recommend cleaning your camcorder. Cassette tapes should be dirty. LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more easily if... a show, performance or exhibition for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard. Remember that this camcorder is strongly recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes. We recommend periodically cleaning the video heads with the Mini DV mark . 10 EN GETTING ...
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...sheet. Buckle Strap guide 2 2 1 3 Eyelet How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the buckle. 3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet. How To Attach The Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. 1 Thread ... illustration. GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories GETTING STARTED EN 11 NOTES: ● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be connected to the camcorder. ● Make sure to use the provided cables for attachment) * A lithium battery is flush to the...
...sheet. Buckle Strap guide 2 2 1 3 Eyelet How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the buckle. 3 Slide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet. How To Attach The Shoulder Strap Follow the illustration. 1 Thread ... illustration. GETTING STARTED Provided Accessories GETTING STARTED EN 11 NOTES: ● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be connected to the camcorder. ● Make sure to use the provided cables for attachment) * A lithium battery is flush to the...
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... the end with the core filter to the cables. 12 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the core filters to the camcorder.
... the end with the core filter to the cables. 12 EN GETTING STARTED How To Attach The Core Filter Attach the core filters to the camcorder.
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To AC outlet AC Adapter 1 Set the Power Switch to the camcorder. 5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The POWER/CHARGE lamp on BN-VF707U* 1 hr. 5 min. 1 hr. 25 min. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. to detach it locks in place b. 4 Connect the AC Adapter to... 2 hr. 20 min. 3 hr. Battery pack Charging time BN-VF707U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Using generic non-JVC batteries can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery pack without the camcorder. ● After 5 minutes has elapsed in "Charging The Battery Pack". Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC...
To AC outlet AC Adapter 1 Set the Power Switch to the camcorder. 5 Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet. The POWER/CHARGE lamp on BN-VF707U* 1 hr. 5 min. 1 hr. 25 min. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. to detach it locks in place b. 4 Connect the AC Adapter to... 2 hr. 20 min. 3 hr. Battery pack Charging time BN-VF707U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Using generic non-JVC batteries can charge the BN-VF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery pack without the camcorder. ● After 5 minutes has elapsed in "Charging The Battery Pack". Please purchase a new one. ● Since the AC...
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... batteries apart, or expose them to switch off . WARNING! To resume the original function of time under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly....power indication differs from 110 V to your nearest JVC dealer. The "A" indicator appears on the battery. In such a case, consult your preference using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in a camcorder malfunction. MENU/DATA Power Switch Lock Button MA ...
... batteries apart, or expose them to switch off . WARNING! To resume the original function of time under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly. • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly....power indication differs from 110 V to your nearest JVC dealer. The "A" indicator appears on the battery. In such a case, consult your preference using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Using AC Power Perform step 4 in a camcorder malfunction. MENU/DATA Power Switch Lock Button MA ...
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Language Settings The language on the display can be turned on or off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in this manual supposes the use the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and pull out ... through the grip to your operation. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Press + or - to select CAMERA DISPLAY the desired language, and press MENU. 7 Press + or - to select CAMERA DISPLAY BRIGHT ON...
Language Settings The language on the display can be turned on or off the camcorder by opening/ closing the LCD monitor or pulling out/pushing in this manual supposes the use the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and pull out ... through the grip to your operation. Be sure to fasten the velcro strip to easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button, Power Switch and Power Zoom Lever. The Menu Screen appears. 4 Press + or - to select CAMERA DISPLAY the desired language, and press MENU. 7 Press + or - to select CAMERA DISPLAY BRIGHT ON...
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... a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to select "BRIGHT", and press MENU. to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. The cassette holder opens automatically. ● Do not touch internal components. 2 Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder. ● ...: 6 Press + or - until the indications in the direction of the viewfinder, pull out the viewfinder fully and set "PRIORITY" to select "n", and press MENU. The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
... a tripod, align the direction stud and screw to select "BRIGHT", and press MENU. to the mounting socket and stud hole on the camcorder. The cassette holder opens automatically. ● Do not touch internal components. 2 Insert or remove a tape and press "PUSH HERE" to close the cassette holder. ● ...: 6 Press + or - until the indications in the direction of the viewfinder, pull out the viewfinder fully and set "PRIORITY" to select "n", and press MENU. The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette.
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... before continuing. 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it . To protect valuable recordings Slide the erase protection tab on , as this camcorder. GETTING STARTED EN 17 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card (optional) Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge ...it once. ● When the battery pack's charge is low, you wait a few minutes later, insert it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. If the cassette holder ...
... before continuing. 3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it . To protect valuable recordings Slide the erase protection tab on , as this camcorder. GETTING STARTED EN 17 Loading/Unloading A Memory Card Card Cover (MEMORY CARD) Label Memory card (optional) Write/erase protection tab Clipped edge ...it once. ● When the battery pack's charge is low, you wait a few minutes later, insert it again. ● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time before opening the cassette holder cover. If the cassette holder ...
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... the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is not a malfunction. (੬ pg. 48) NOTES: ● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder's power shuts off , ੬ pg. 31, 33. However, this , refer to use. "PAUSE" is in SYSTEM Menu. (੬ pg. 31, 34) ... Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (੬ pg. 13) ● Loading A Cassette (੬ pg. 16) VIDEO/MEMORY Power Zoom Lever Power Switch Lock Button POWER/CHARGE Lamp Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Remove the lens cap. (੬ pg. 11) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3...
... the LCD monitor: Make sure the viewfinder is not a malfunction. (੬ pg. 48) NOTES: ● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder's power shuts off , ੬ pg. 31, 33. However, this , refer to use. "PAUSE" is in SYSTEM Menu. (੬ pg. 31, 34) ... Before continuing, perform the procedures listed below: ● Power (੬ pg. 13) ● Loading A Cassette (੬ pg. 16) VIDEO/MEMORY Power Zoom Lever Power Switch Lock Button POWER/CHARGE Lamp Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Remove the lens cap. (੬ pg. 11) 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3...
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... the focus by using the optical zoom. (੬ pg. 32) ● Zoom magnification of over 25X is done through the tape, the time code is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from "00:00:00". This means the camcorder may provide more dramatic results. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T". This will...
... the focus by using the optical zoom. (੬ pg. 32) ● Zoom magnification of over 25X is done through the tape, the time code is resumed, the time code starts counting up again from "00:00:00". This means the camcorder may provide more dramatic results. Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T". This will...
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... pauses in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. (੬ pg. 22) ● If Stop mode continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged. VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback 5 3 4/9 Speaker 8 VOL. +/- NOTES: ● The playback picture can be reset. ● During fast... to "OFF", then to "PLAY". ● When a cable is connected to check the end of playback. To control the speaker volume Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/-) towards "+" to turn up the volume, or towards "-" to turn on the switch. 4 To start recording. 20 EN NOTES: ...
... pauses in the LCD monitor, viewfinder or on a connected TV. (੬ pg. 22) ● If Stop mode continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder's Stop mode is automatically engaged. VIDEO PLAYBACK Normal Playback 5 3 4/9 Speaker 8 VOL. +/- NOTES: ● The playback picture can be reset. ● During fast... to "OFF", then to "PLAY". ● When a cable is connected to check the end of playback. To control the speaker volume Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL. +/-) towards "+" to turn up the volume, or towards "-" to turn on the switch. 4 To start recording. 20 EN NOTES: ...
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... in the forward direction. ● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically. ● A blank portion which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the screen. Before you should start recording, make sure there ..., press and hold the button. The Menu Screen appears. 5 Press MENU to select "EXECUTE", and press MENU. ● The "BLANK SEARCH" indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at a blank portion, the...
... in the forward direction. ● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically. ● A blank portion which is about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of the screen. Before you should start recording, make sure there ..., press and hold the button. The Menu Screen appears. 5 Press MENU to select "EXECUTE", and press MENU. ● The "BLANK SEARCH" indication appears and the camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward search, then stops at a blank portion, the...
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... or VCR as shown in the illustration. In this case, it is turned on /off . 2 Connect the camcorder to step 3. mark 12 3 4 "Y/C"/"CVBS" Video Out Select Switch To TV or VCR Cable Adapter* TV... 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set your TV to the ...sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.) B Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/ ...
... or VCR as shown in the illustration. In this case, it is turned on /off . 2 Connect the camcorder to step 3. mark 12 3 4 "Y/C"/"CVBS" Video Out Select Switch To TV or VCR Cable Adapter* TV... 4. 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input, referring to your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set your TV to the ...sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is not necessary to connect the yellow video cable.) B Yellow to VIDEO IN (Connect when your TV/ ...
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...". Remote sensor NOTE: The transmitted beam may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is set to point it at the remote sensor. o Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 19, 24) (Also available with the Power Switch set to have the "+" mark visible. 3 Slide the holder... Area (indoor use is set to sunlight or powerful lighting. Buttons And Functions VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 23 The following buttons are available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is 5 m. DUB Button (੬ pg. 46) L STOP Button ● Stops the tape (੬ pg. 20) ● Stops Auto Playback ...
...". Remote sensor NOTE: The transmitted beam may cause incorrect operation when the remote sensor is set to point it at the remote sensor. o Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 19, 24) (Also available with the Power Switch set to have the "+" mark visible. 3 Slide the holder... Area (indoor use is set to sunlight or powerful lighting. Buttons And Functions VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 23 The following buttons are available only when the camcorder's Power Switch is 5 m. DUB Button (੬ pg. 46) L STOP Button ● Stops the tape (੬ pg. 20) ● Stops Auto Playback ...
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... 768/FINE 1024 x 768/STANDARD MultiMediaCard 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 55 105 215 190 320 645 25 50 100 75 160 320 Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with no frame. ● To delete unwanted still images, refer to "Deleting ...passed. 5 Press SNAPSHOT to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. RECORDING EN 25 Approximate Number of your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to "A" or "M" and power is not performed for...
... 768/FINE 1024 x 768/STANDARD MultiMediaCard 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 55 105 215 190 320 645 25 50 100 75 160 320 Interval Shooting During Interval Shooting mode, the camcorder continues to take snapshots automatically with no frame. ● To delete unwanted still images, refer to "Deleting ...passed. 5 Press SNAPSHOT to "A" or "M" while pressing down the Lock Button located on the Picture Quality/Image Size, etc. RECORDING EN 25 Approximate Number of your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for approx. 5 minutes when the Power Switch is set to "A" or "M" and power is not performed for...
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... display the next file. These thumbnail images cannot be used to create movie files from the captured still images (Windows® only). Playback Zoom Available only with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in step 1. 26 EN To cancel Interval Shooting mode Set "INT.SHOT" to "OFF" in...
... display the next file. These thumbnail images cannot be used to create movie files from the captured still images (Windows® only). Playback Zoom Available only with the camcorder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in step 1. 26 EN To cancel Interval Shooting mode Set "INT.SHOT" to "OFF" in...