JVC GR-AX370 Camcorder User Manual
Contents
1. RECORDING Basic Recording Basic Features Advanced Features PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Basic Connections Basic Playback Features tere hes EDITING Tape Dubbing Random Assemble Editing R A Edit USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GR AX470 only 34 Insert Editing 36 Audio Dubbing 37 TROUBLESHOOTING 38 INDEX 40 Controls Ies 40 Connectors 41 Indicators eere tees 41 Other Parts 41 Viewfinder 42 CAUTIONS 43 SPECIFICATIONS 45 GETTING STARTED CHG charge indicator Power This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power POWER To AC outlet NOTES No function is available without power supply Use only specified power supply 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 outlet The power indicator lights REFRESH switch REFRESH indicator ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the2. seen C pg 28 QD MENU Button sse Ls pg 22 Tape Length TAPE 30 45 60 PROGRAM AE Select Dial Ls pg 14 Select B tton oerte siet I pg 8 Multi Function Control COUNTER R Reset M Memory Exposure 5 L3 pg 15 Button Focus FAR NEAR E pg 16 EDIT Button ed x Change ees L3 pg 2 Ve Vis eA NE ei 05 pg R A EDIT CANCEL I pg 32 E a PB utton EN R A EDIT Button E Re Wire e DO 5 8 EDIT IN OUT I pg 32 E 2 REW Button CF pg 28 RETAKE R Quick Review Button gt pg 12 Connectors Other Parts D J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector Located beneath the jack cover Connect the Editing Cable when performing Random Assemble Editing I pg 32 t is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer Information in English is also available at our home page http www jvc victor co jp DC IN Jack ten pg 5 The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover VIDEO OUT pg 27 RF DC OUT CF pg 27 AUDIO OUT F pg 27
3. Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or 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 SPECIFICATIONS E245 GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption GR AX470 light on GR AX470 light off GR AX270 GR AX370 Signal system Video recording system Luminance Colour Cassette Tape speed Recording time Max Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature VHS PAL standard DC6V 8 3 W 5 3 W 5 5 W PAL type FM recording Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard MASIH cassette 23 39 mm sec 60 minutes with EC 60 cassette 0 C to 40 C 3596 to 8096 20 C to 50 C Weight GR AX470 Approx 825 g GR AX370 Approx 805 g GR AX270 Approx 820 g Dimensions GR AX470 AX270 112 W x 112 H x 229 D mm GR AX370 112 W x 112 H x 208 D mm CAMERA Pick up 1 4 format CCD Lens F1 6 f 3 8 to 68 4 mm 18 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder White balance with 0 5 B W CRT GR AX470 AX270 0 55 colour LCD GR AX370 adjustment Auto Manual adjustment VIDEO Output 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO out connector AUDIO Output 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO out
4. CF pg 31 D A DUB Button Audio dubbing I pg 37 D STOP Button Stop I pg 28 D INSERT Button Insert Editing C pg 36 R A EDIT Buttons CF pg 32 Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor GR AX470 only When using the remote control be sure to point it at the remote sensor The above illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting Interval Timer Indicator Viewfinder Index Code Marking Rec Time Indicator START STOP RM V704U or RM V700U provided with GR AX470 only FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE EN 95 Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse The remote control lets you set release Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as well as the Menu screen Self Timer 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg 24 Self Timer press INT 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 2 Release Instead of setting INTERVAL TIMER to OFF in the Menu press INT TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears Anima
5. 3 Program Manager Function Indication teer I pg 18 Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to any position other than AUTO LOCK Lens Cover Warning 10 Tape Length Display ast 8 Zoom Level Indicator 11 D Recording 10 9 Fade Standby Indicator G pg 18 Interval Time Recording Times Indicator I gt pg 24 1 Record Standby Mode Indicator I pg 10 2 Instant Title G pg 19 09 Date Time Character Display I gt pg 20 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level ma ma e When the power is almost gone the indicator blinks then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged 5 Focus Indicator ssssseee CF pg 16 Exposure Level Indicator CF pg 15 White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 21 Menu Setting Change Indicator C pg 22 Index Code Marking CF pg 35 Clock Warning Displayed for about 5 seconds if the clock lithium battery is not in place or is exhausted when power is turned on Al
6. Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN 1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position PROGRAM AE select dial GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME JLIP ID NO SET CHARACTER DATE TIME except AUTO LOCK then press MENU ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU Press or to move the highlight bar to SET CHARACTER then press NEAR The Character Set menu appears INPUT CHARACTERS Press FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to the desired character then press MENU The selected characters appear at the bottom of the screen Repeat as many times as desired max 18 END MENU KEY 3 To select the location of the next character press FAR or NEAR to highlight the row of squares at the bottom of the screen then press FAR or NEAR to make the desired location blink Press when you re done and the pointer returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING Press FAR or NEAR to make END blink then press MENU twice to return to the normal screen LEICIBEIDEIEIEEIEIETHICIE CLEAR 4 NOTES To erase a character you entered mistakenly make CLEAR blink by pressing FAR or NEAR then press MENU All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the pointer to the row of squares by pressing FAR or NEAR to highlight them Press FAR or NEAR to make 3 the desire
7. Tape counter Tape running indicator Playback gt gt 4 Fast Forward Forward Search Rewind Reverse Search Still Playback PLAYBACK Basic Playback NOTE Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in Basic Connections gt pg 27 LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked SELECT MODE Set the Power switch to PLAY The Power On indicator lights PLAYBACK Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears in the viewfinder and the connected TV 3 STOP PLAYBACK 4 Press STOP 2 Rewind or Fast forward the tape Press REW to rewind or FF to fast forward the tape during Stop mode NOTE The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode or Still Playback mode To turn on again set the Power switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY PLAYBACK Features EN 2 9 FEATURE PURPOSE Manual Tracking To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen during playback 1 Press either button as many times as necessary for best picture To reset TRACKING to the original preset press both and buttons simultaneously e Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders OPERATION NOTES FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Still Playback To pause during playback
8. connector AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V11EG Power requirement AC 110 to 240 Vu 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23W Output DC 8 5 V 1 3 A CHARGE DC 6 3 V zz 1 8 A VTR Constant current peak detection timer Charging system controlled Dimensions 150 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Weight Approx 350 g CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U Dimensions 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Weight Approx 240 g Accessory R6 AA size battery 1 Provided Accessories gt pg 3 Optional Accessories Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U Car Battery Charger BH V3E RF Unit RF V5E Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 60 45 30 Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Wireless Remote Control Unit RM V704U or RM V700U The RM V704U V700U cannot be used to operate the GR AX370 AX270 The GR AX370 AX270 can use the RM V704U V700U only for R A Edit with a non JVC VCR Some acccessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice JVC VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHTO 1996 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD EG E Printed in Japan 1296TOVUN K SN 0LCXV H59 0 XV u9 0 VXV H9
9. 1 Press PLAY PAUSE during playback 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY PAUSE again Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE NOTE Shuttle Search To allow high speed search in either direction Forward Search 1 Press FF during playback Reverse Search 1 Press REW during playback Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search This is normal FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE 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 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 e The counter memory functions in the FF and REW modes To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M so the M disappears 308 Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left connect the fea eel C PLAY PAUSE camcorder and the VCR a rower switch MNPREPARE FOR DUBBING e Set the camcorder s Power switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate e cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR M
10. 2 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of batteries in a fire 4 Remove batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The supplied battery pack is a nickel cadmium battery Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 To avoid hazard Terminals do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers 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 chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging Store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off 3 To prevent damage to the camcorder replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge NOTE It is normal for the battery pack to be wa
11. Indicators 27 Tally 28 Power On Indicator EJ video Light GR AX470 only gt pg 13 Ej Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting Remote sensor GR AX470 only I pg 35 El Microphone sss I pg 37 EA Shoulder Strap Eyelets CF pg 9 Clock Battery Compartment I gt pg 6 Battery Pack Mount I pg 4 Electronic Viewfinder I pg 6 LENS COVER Switch gt pg 10 Grip Strap VIDEO LIGHT ON AUTO OFF Switch GR AX470 CF pg 13 Tripod Mounting Socket I pg 9 42 ed 18MIN REC ddd 4 SEPIA d LENS COVER FADE PAUSE 1MIN 1a 1 2S gt DISP 4 T30 E TAPE END MERRY CHRISTMAS 25 12 97 Viewfinder Indications 10 24 Cassette Warning Remaining Tape Times oie toe eene riens CF pg 10 When no cassette is inserted or when Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the Cassette Warning blinks Otherwise the Remaining Tape Time is displayed 2 8 PROGRAM AE Indicator gt pg 14 Displayed at for approx 1 second when the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indicator remains at 8
12. Neither indicates a defect in the unit e Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode Me TS A Audio dubbing indicator Viewfinder RM V704U or RM V700U provided with GR AX470 only v M 0 05 20 Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape normal audio only Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure gt pg 36 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 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 A DUB press and release PAUSE BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING Press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub Standby mode END AUDIO DUBBING 4 Press STOP NOTES Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate e If the mike is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is too high whistling or howling may occur NOTES for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing e 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 e To edit dub onto a tape with the recording
13. or to move the highlight bar down to REC TIME then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 1 45 1 25 1S or select to turn the function OFF Then press MENU to close Menu screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop button after focusing on the subject The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures RELEASE ANIMATION MODE 5 Set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF NOTES For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode Fade in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated ACCESS MENU SCREEN SET RECORDING TIME Time Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Press or to move the highlight bar down to INTERVAL TIM
14. A B BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON SANYO SELECO REX SHARP SONY MITSUBISHI NEC THOMSON TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE PANASONIC TOSHIBA 0000 00000000 eo 0000 9000 00 000090000E 0009 E 00000 0090 00 090E SET REMOTE VCR CODE SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote toward the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR SET and press button A and then B The code is automatically set once you release the MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on OPERATE THE VCR 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while 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 You re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions NOTES e If the VCR s power doesn t come on in step 1 try another code from the VCR CODE LIST Some brands of VCR don t come on automatically In this case turn the power on manually and try step 2 e If the RM V704U V700U is not able to
15. BATTERY when replacing Insert a pointed non metallic object between the battery and the compartment and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensuring the plus side is up insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in CLOSE COVER 5 Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place NOTE See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS t pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration at left SELECT MODE 2 Set the power switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTER Turn the diopter adjustment control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA en Date Time Setting SELECT MODE First set the power switch to CAMERA Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press to move the highlight bar down to DATE TIME then press NEAR The Set Date And Time screen appears SET DATE TIME PROGRAM AE select dial Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set begins blinking then press or to until the correct NEAR setting appears f you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings press FAR or NEAR to move the highlight bar to CANCEL then press FAR MENU If you re satisfied with t
16. control the VCR use the controls on the VCR e The RM V704U V700U cannot be used to operate the GR AX370 AX270 MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT 1 A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal B JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector C NON JVC VCR WITH NEITHER Connect the editing cable to the RM V704U V700U s Pause In jack All other connections are as shown in the illustration on page 32 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 32E REW FF STOP CANCEL To AUDIO and VIDEO out connectors To J terminal OLIP Editing cable Audio and Video cable p mini plug provided cable To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors 8 To Remote If your TV VCR B has the SCART T PAU E connector use e the provided To Pause In 1 cable adapter J 1 VCR Recording deck RM V704U V700U OOOO IN OUT CANCEL VCR REC STBY ON OFF Provided with GR AX470 optional for GR AX370 AX270 gt PREPARE CAMCORDER Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to PLAY PREPARE VCR Turn the power on insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode refer to VCR s instructions SELECT SCENES ACCESS
17. for the VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked VHS C can be used with this unit m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 MAJOR FEATURES Program Manager gt pg 14 23 Programme AE with Special Effects pgs 14 15 Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect Sepia Twilight Sports 1 1000 sec High Speed Shutter 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter m Integrated Auto Light GR AX470 only lt pg 13 m Variable Speed Hyper Zoom pg 11 m EasyEdit with Random Assemble Editing lt gt pg 31 33 Q Battery Pack BN V12U AC Power Adapter Charger AA V11EG Remote Control Unit RM V704U or RM V700U GR AX470 only Cassette Adapter C P7U Lithium Battery A V cable f ER CR2025 two for GR AX470 one for YS GR AX370 AX270 Editing cable lt P GR AX470 only Cable Adapter AUDIO VIDEO CONTENTS HB GETTING STARTED 4 POWER m 4 Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal 6 Viewfinder Adjustment 6 Date Time Setting 7 Length Setting 8 Loading Unloading A Cassette 8 Grip Adjustment Shoulder Strap Attachment Tripod Mounting
18. off Failure to do so can result in a To discharge the battery camcorder malfunction attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left Then push REFRESH The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete MM rv 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 page 4 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 from your camcorder Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings e 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 pa
19. repeatedly until gt DISP lt appears CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE Press SET while in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration at left NOTES The selected display can be recorded f you don t want to record the display select Date off mode before shooting If you want to delete the display during shooting press SET e If you want to call back a deleted display engage the Record Standby mode and then select the desired display mode using SET AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the date 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 date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE NOTES e Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this mode and disables all other modes e 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 during any other recordings made on that day MM TA SELECT White balance mode indicator No indication Auto gt MWB NOTES PROGRAM AE select dial fi B fee Manual White Balance Adjustment M W B This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting f
20. 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 e 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 38N TROUBLESHOOTING POWER No power is supplied The battery pack has not been attached correctly gt pg 4 The battery pack is not charged I pg 4 The power supply has not been correctly connected gt pg 5 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 gt pg 10 PLAYBACK The tape is running but there s no The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode 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
21. 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 This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer gt pg 24 and Time Lapse recording F pg 25 REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording pg 25 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 F pg 19 DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time F pg 7 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 I pg 17 IA RECORDING Advanced Features cont Dis Self Timer nterva Timer Indicator secure the camcorder you or whomever is operating the Rec Time Indicator camcorder can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 15S 30S 1 MIN SMIN or select to turn the function OFF You can set the delay between pressing RECORDING START STOP and the actu
22. viewfinder RELEASE FOCUS LOCK Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously The focus lock indication disappears NOTES e 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 e When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 11 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 gt pg 23 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically m 17 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments t pg 6 If you haven t do so before continuing SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Press and hold FAR The Manual Focus indications A4 appear and blinks Go to step 3 Power zoom lever FAR NEAR To nearer subject Press and hold NEAR The Manual Focus indications Pa appear and gt blinks Go to step 3 LOCK FOCUS Release FAR or NEAR The focus indication is replaced by the focus lock indication 4 and the adjusted focus is locked in RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously The Manual Focus mode is immediately released a
23. 470 optional for GR AX370 AX270 Using the RM V704U V700U it is also possible to perform deck to deck Random Assemble Editing The playback deck must be an R A Edit capable JVC VCR The recording deck can be W a VCR other than JVC or m a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R A EDIT connector How to use Connect the playback deck and RM V704U V700U as shown on the left Set the RM V704U V700U to correspond to the brand of the recording deck F pg 31 For Random Assemble Editing procedure please refer to the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the playback deck Notes RM V704U V700U cannot be used to control the playback deck m RM V704U V700U 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 possible with some brands and models Other buttons cannot be used m To put the recording deck in the Record Pause mode use the controls on the recording deck itself USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GR AX470 only e tab 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 AX370 AX270 Lock hole Installing The Battery PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER 1 Pull ou
24. CART connector use the provided SELECT MODE cable adapter Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV 4 to its VIDEO mode VCR Connection To A TV With A V Input Antenna Connectors B Playback ONLY 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV NOTE i Use the provided Audio and Video cables PIA i CONNECT CAMCORDER TV To AUDIO As shown in the illustration at left connect the VIDEO and Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and RF DC OUT VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on connectors the TV RF unit RF V5E SELECT MODE tional optional Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode as specified in its instructions NOTES t 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 To monitor the picture and sound from the Connectors Playback ONLY camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power switch to CAMERA NOTE then set your TV to the appropriate input Use the optional RF V5E RF unit mode e If you have a TV or speakers that are not Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection specially shielded do not place the speakers procedure adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture 28 PLAY PAUSE gt
25. Charge marker direction of the arrow until it locks in place 777 CHARGE MARKER The CHG indicator lights A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you DETACH BATTE RY PACK remember whether it has been When charging is completed the END indicator charged or not Two colors are A A L provided and black you lights Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow choose which one means charged and which means discharged END indicator BATT PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE BN V12U approx 1 hr 10 min approx 3 hrs 30 min BN V22U approx 2 hrs 10 min approx 7 hrs BN V25U approx 2 hrs 40 approx 10 hrs USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the 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 AX470 AX270 GR AX370 BATT RELEASE BN VI2U 1 hr 10 min 40 min 1 hr 10 min BN V22U 2 hrs 25 min 1hr 30 min 2 hrs 20 min BN V25U 3 hrs 10 min Thr 55 min 3 hrs 5 min when the video light is on GR AX470 only REFRESH ATTENTION The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that Before detaching the power source make allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before sure that the camcorder s power is turned recharging
26. ER then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 15S 30S 1 MIN SMIN or select to turn the function OFF SET RECORDING TIME Press or to move the highlight bar down to REC TIME then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices Stop when the desired time appears Choose from 1 45 1 25 1S or select to turn the function OFF Then press MENU to close Menu screen START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop button Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when the tally lamp is not blinking set REC TIME and INTERVAL TIMER in the Menu screen to OFF To release when the tally lamp is blinking press the Recording Start Stop button to stop the blinking then set INTERVAL TIMER and REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter VCR 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 one R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration at left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment
27. Jvc MM COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER G R AX 47 ENGLISH GR AX370 GR AX270 The Logical Choice 22 a Compact VHS The a compact video ised with your VHS VCR with Cassette Adapter Compact VHS VASIH GR AX470 shown INSTRUCTIONS 26 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety information 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 F 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 een refer to the Index F pgs 40 42 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use e read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions F pgs 43 44 They contain extremely 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 m To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel m 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 cor
28. ODE 3 Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes FIND EDIT IN POINT Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it s reached press PAUSE on the camcorder VIDEO OUT When connecting CODBB LOIS the cables open the jack cover START EDITING Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Audio and Record mode Video cable a provided STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press To AUDIO and PAUSE on the camcorder If your TV VCR 9 VIDEO IN no the SCART connectors EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished connector use it the provided m cable adapter i VCR Recording deck MM n2 Random Assemble Editing R A Edit Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player You can select up to 8 cuts for automatic editing in any order you like R A Edit is more easily performed when the MBR Multi Brand Remote RM V704U or RM V700U is set to operate with your brand of VCR see VCR CODE LIST but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually The RM V704U V700U is provided with the GR AX470 and is available optionally for the GR AX370 AX270 MBR SET VCR CTL RM V704U or RM V700U VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND BUTTONS MM VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME B NAME
29. R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY Press PLAY PAUSE then press R A EDIT and the counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene you want then press IN OUT to register that point The data appears under IN on the display REGISTER END OF SCENE Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and press IN OUT to register it The data appears under OUT on the display The total time of the registered scene s is displayed at the bottom of the screen REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene as many as 8 MAKE CORRECTIONS Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered point NOTES For GR AX470 only The RM V704U V700U can be used to operate other camcorder functions as well Point the RM V704U V700U at the camcorder s remote sensor and press any of the following buttons function apears in parentheses ON OFF camcorder R A EDIT IN OUT camcorder IN OUT CANCEL camcorder CANCEL 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 e Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points e f it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in point the VCR s Record Pause mode is cancelled an
30. ains 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 The screen becomes slightly reddish when the fader pg 18 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lighted situations e In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapour lights DIAL VIEWFINDER SYMBOL INDICATION MODE FG Electronic Fog Filter Electronic Fog Filter Makes the picture look misty white as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens Softens the image and gives it a fancy look ND Effect A black mist darkens the picture as when an ND filter is used Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject EN T DIAL VIEWFINDER DIAL VIEWFINDER SYMBOL INDICATION MODE SYMBOL INDICATION MODE 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 F pg 18 1 1000 sec for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood 1 1000 FE S 1 1000 High Speed Shutter movie E 1 2000 sec 9 2 9 Twiligh
31. al start of recording If you MENU Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU NEAR CET INITERD VAL Tihic SET INTERVAL TIME Press or to move the highlight bar down to P INTERVAL TIMER then press FAR or NEAR to FAR CLOSE MENU Press MENU START DELAYED RECORDING Press RECORDING START STOP The tally lamp 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 Tally lamp To Release Self Timer GAIN MACHD PEE tak while the tally lamp is blinking press RECORDING INTERVAL TIMER OFF START STOP to stop the blinking then set REC TIME OFF INTERVAL TIMER to OFF JLIP ID NO SET CHARACTER DATE TIME END MENU KEY 19 1 28 4 1 45 OFF fee MEE 5MIN lt gt 1MIN 30S 15S OFF MM 25 Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief period of time NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Press
32. ayback picture consult your nearest JVC dealer About moisture condensation You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place after heating a cold room under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer For Your Maintenance 1 After Use D Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Press BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack 5 Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to close the lens cover 2 Cleaning The Camcorder CD CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth 2 CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper 3 REMOVE EYEPIECE Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out CLEAN VIEWFINDER Remove dust using a blower brush 5 RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise NOTES
33. ck 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 USING A CAR BATTERY Use the Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration to the left NOTES e When using the car battery leave the engine idling e The optional Car Battery Charger BH V3E can also be used to charge the battery pack e When using the optional Car Battery Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet AC Power Adapter Charger AA V11EG DC cord USING AC POWER To car s cigarette Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in lighter socket the illustration to the left P d NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V Car Battery Charger Adapter BH V3E optional GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER 1 Switch off the unit s power and remove the power supply unit OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab REMOVE
34. d character blink then press FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to in the top left corner Press MENU im e Um mim m o To display the characters you have set Instant Titles CLEAR Date Time Character Insert 7 pg 20 Characters be set only in the Record Standby mode S m z m z c o mmw omnps NV a poo oe gt Omwr 2 zzo O a Z lt Om o b4e0 o m MECRA B L M 2 K 2 O EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont SELECT PROGRAM AE select dial Auto Date Record mode gt Date display Date off mode Character Generator Date Time display Auto Date Record mode AUTO DATE 25 12 97 Auto date record Auto date record mode executed Date display Date Time display 25 12 97 25 12 97 10 45 Character Generator SET CHAR IN PARIS FRANCE No Characters Example of stored stored characters 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 t pg 7 If you haven t do so before continuing DISPLAY SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT DISPLAY 2 Press SELECT
35. d editing doesn t take place Pressing R A EDIT clears all in and out points from memory Leave a small margin for error around each in point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety Me 8 ado ORIGINAL TAPE camcorder 1 3 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT Y 4 OTS TAT BIB AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press EDIT on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order END AUTOMATIC EDITING When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode Press STOP on both units When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable NOTES e f you performed step 1 C on page 31 MAKE CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing e The on screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene e There may be noise at in or out points on the edited tape with certain VCRs SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL Player JVC VCR To R A EDIT Editing cable 3 5 9 3 5 mini plug cable AV IN Recording deck RM V704U or RM V700U provided with GR AX
36. d from AC outlet 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 m Dispose of used battery promptly m Keep away from children m Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark m The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91 157 EEC and 93 86 EEC m Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery pack must be Cd recycled or disposed of properly 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 NOTES e The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit e The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom VHSig He PAL m Camcorder is designed exclusively
37. door then insert the cassette and close the compartment door PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left push up and remove the cassette NOTES e During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection e 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 PLAYBACK Basic Connections EN 2 7 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 provided Audio and Video cables To AUDIO and VIDEO connectors CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 1 As shown in the illustration at left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and When connecting the cables open the jack cover Audio and Video cables provided VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on Mme the VCR To AUDIO and gj SUPPLY POWER VIDEO IN If your TV VCR connectors has the S
38. e opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force e The tape s remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder as shown e The indicated remaining time is approximate e The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used e The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected F pg 8 e 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 e 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 e f the Recording Start Stop button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately e If you re recording a cassette from the middle use the RETAKE function F pg 12 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it e The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed RECORDING Basic Features EN 1 1 Power zoom switch FEATURE Zoo
39. enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration hear a television set near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or extremely low under 0 C temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects Subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun carry it by holding the viewfinder Swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap 5 This camcorder features a built in head cleaner which automatically cleans the heads and head drum when a cassette is loaded or unloaded If however the heads become dirty and cause blurriness or interruption in the pl
40. he settings go on to step 5 GAIN UP Menu Screen TELE MACRO START CLOCK OPERATION REC TIME Once you ve set the day month year and time press FAR or NEAR until SET begins to blink then DATE TIME press MENU The Menu screen reappears END MENU KEY CLOSE MENU Press MENU Set Time and Date Screen NOTES 1 1 00 10 45 To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a SET connected TV see Date Time Insert pg 20 e If in step 4 you input an invalid date 30 2 31 6 CANCEL 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 Time Day Month Year 24 hour indication SEN TAPE 30 45 60 tape length select button Set POWER to CAMERA T30 T45 T60 Tape length indicator Turn to take up slack Erase Protection Gear GETTING STARTED cont Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used SET TAPE LENGTH 1 Press TAPE 30 45 60 until the required indication appears in the veiwfinder T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes NOTE The tape remaining time I pg 10 displayed the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not u
41. ming 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 e 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 pgs 16 17 then zoom in or out in Record mode 3 2907 qM md E P Zoom out QD Zoom indicator 3 RECORDING Basic Features cont FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE Quick Review To check the end of the last record ing 1 Press C 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 next shot Distortion may occur at start of playback This is normal Retake To re record certain segments 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 Noise may appear during Retake This is normal EN 1 3 Video Light GR AX470 only When natural lighting is too dim you can brigh
42. n the Fader is used with Sepia C pg 15 FADE OUT e With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 14 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 SELECT MODE KS SUMI OE select dial to any position AND mus SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until gt WIDE appears ENGAGE WIDE MODE 3 Press SET RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN 4 Press SET again while WIDE appears Wide mode en 19 Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can Title indication gt HAPPY BIRTHDAY superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as HAPPY HOLIDAYS shown in the illustration to the left v OUR FAMILY DISPLAY M 1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position No indication PARTY TIME except AUTO LOCK MERRY CHRISTMAS SELECT FUNCTION SELECT WEDDING DAY Vi Press SELECT repeatedly until TITLE lt appears v CONGRATULATIONS i SELECT PRESET TITLE MENU The characters you 3 Engage the Record Standby mode then press SET to have Set CR t cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is aracter Generator displayed NOTES To delete the Instant Title during To recall a title engage the Record Standby mode and then press SET to select the desired title
43. n the view finder consult your nearest JVC dealer The diopter needs to be adjusted pg 6 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus I pg 16 f you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of the position 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 Controls Controls CD Diopter CF pg 6 EF BURON oer tes ELSE L3 pg 28 Power Zoom Lever pg 11 RETAKE F Button 05 12 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch orc gt pg 4 9 PLAY PAUSE BUUOD eser eee serere non C pg 28 Recording Start Stop Button pg 10 S SELECT Button sss CF pg 18 5 POWER 5 gt pg 10 28 G8 SET BUttON Ls pg 18 6 STOP Button
44. nd the focus lock indication disappears NOTES e 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 e When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer or 4 will blink PROGRAM AE select dial 1 8 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Fader This feature allows smooth fade in and fade out to black blank screen Fade in works at recording start and fade out works at recording end or when you enter Record Standby mode SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT FUNCTION 2 Press SELECT repeatedly until gt FADE appears Function indication gt FADE 4 Fade Standby indication FADE SELECT button ENGAGE FADE STANDBY MODE Press SET to engage the Fade Standby mode The Fade Standby indication FADE is displayed START RECORDING PROGRAM AE select dial Press Recording Start Stop to start recording and activate fade in SET button OR END RECORDING FADE IN Press Recording Start Stop to end recording and engage fade out I NOTES K 00 Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop button UP XD allows you to record a black blank screen e The screen becomes slightly reddish whe
45. nt is complete To switch to automatic white balance adjustment press SET until the indication disappears or turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to AUTO LOCK Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned on and off again or when the PROGRAM AE select dial s position has been changed It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance Basic Connections gt pg 27 When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 ADJUST FOCUS this unit makes its colour temperature 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 If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has been changed from the factory settings this GAIN UP S LX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO SET CHARACTER DATE TIME END MENU KEY GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME JLIP ID NO SET CHARACTER DATE TIME gt NORM ON 1MIN 1 2S END MENU KEY mark appears in the viewfinder RECORDING Advanced Features cont Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with Program Manager an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder setting
46. or automatic white balance adjustment However precise 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 In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment SELECT MODE 1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK SELECT FUNCTION Press SELECT reapeatedly until gt M W B appears 2 SELECT WHITE BALANCE Press SET Manual White Balance until the required indication appears in the viewfinder MWB With a memorized personal White Balance setting see below Outdoors on sunny day Outdoors on cloudy day Ce uiis Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB 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 SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ADJUST FOCUS Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper and adjust focus manually pg 17 ADJUST WHITE BALANCE Press SET until MWB appears then press and hold SET for more than 3 seconds e MWB blinks in the viewfinder during adjustment then stops blinking but stays lit when adjustme
47. order s Full Range AF system offers continuous 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 4 P amp appears in the viewfinder Focus Lock This feature locks the focus in place which is especially 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 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 except AUTO LOCK LOCK FOCUS Press FAR or NEAR The focus lock indication sh amp appears in the
48. provided with GR AX470 only Insert Editing 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 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 PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control RESET COUNTER Press and hold COUNTER R M for more than 2 seconds to reset the tape counter then press for less than 1 second and make sure M appears in the viewfinder FIND EDIT IN POINT Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the 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 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 reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode END INSERT EDITING J Press STOP NOTES After step 5 Retake F pg 12 can be performed e The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear
49. rm after charging or after use Temperature Ranges Changing cien 10 C to 35 C Operation 0 C to 40 C Storage 10 C to 30 C NOTES e Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C e The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes be sure to read the following cautions 1 During use make sure the cassette bears the VHS C mark be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all This slackens the tape and can result in damage do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes away from heaters or other heat sources out of direct sunlight Where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration Where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases 44 CAUTIONS Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT 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 use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to
50. s SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK ACCESS MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU SELECT FUNCTION Press or to place the highlight bar on the desired function MAKE SETTING The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME or JLIP ID NO press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices until the desired setting appears If you select SET CHARACTER or DATE TIME press NEAR to access the selection menu for each function SET CHARACTER amp pg 19 DATE TIME gt pg 7 CLOSE MENU 5 Press MENU The normal screen reappears NOTE The menu is available only in the Record Standby mode Me 8 25 MENU GAIN UP To record 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 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 Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment TELE MACRO Usually set to this position 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
51. se 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 14 1 second later the mode is activated After 1 sec Viewfinder LOCK AUTO re FAR NEAR g S PROGRAM AE select dial DIAL VIEWFINDER SYMBOL INDICATION MODE LOCK UKo Rete a Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting In this mode the following controls are disabled FADE WIDE TITLE DISPLAY M W B Manual White Balance Manual Focus Focus Lock Exposure Control and MENU 98515260101 0 3 158 27 12 Auto Mode Release Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock RECORDING Advanced Features Programme AE With Special Effects All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the 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 rem
52. se force 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 locked NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached e 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 slack e 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 removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder can t be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode ev O Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 1 Separate the Velcro strip INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop button and Power Zoom 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 then fold it back and thread it through the keeper 2 and then through the buckle 3 Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH 2 Adjust as shown in the illustration at left D then slide both keepers snug again
53. so displayed for about 5 seconds when clock battery becomes exhausted while using the camcorder For inserting or replacing the clock patery C pg 6 Condensation Warning When this indication appears all functions are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indicator should disappear End Display 05 pg 10 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward 45 DANGER The video light becomes 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 object Do not use near flammable or explosive materials Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light unit General Battery Precautions When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the batteries are exhausted Replace them with fresh ones Use only the following batteries C P6U or C P7U R6 AA size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused batteries can leak or explode 1 Refer to the instructions when replacing the battery
54. st the eyelets to prevent slipping 2 Tripod Mounting ALIGN AND TIGHTEN 7 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw 1 RECORDING Basic Recording Tape remaining time indicator NOTE MIN You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Now calculating Power gt pg 4 60MIN e Tape Length setting I pg 8 e Grip Adjustment C pg 9 LOAD A CASSETTE Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then insert the cassette with the label facing out Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked ENTER RECORD STANDBY MODE Slide the LENS COVER open close switch to open the lens cover then set the power switch to CAMERA 59MIN Y Power indicator 3MIN AM Blinking 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby Mode The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START SHOOTING Press the RECORDING START STOP button LENS COVER switch e The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress and appears in the viewfinder STOP RECORDING Press the RECORDING START STOP button again to stop recording The camcorder re enters the Record Standby Tally lamp NOTES A cassette holder can t b
55. t 1 2000 2 512 2000800 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 e White Balance is set to outdoor mode but can also be manually changed to another mode pg 21 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 F pg 17 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 position except AUTO LOCK BRIGHTEN IMAGE Press maximum 06 The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder OR DARKEN IMAGE Press maximum 06 The Exposure level indicator appears in the viewfinder When you want to return to the factory setting RESTORE INITIAL SETTING Press and simultaneously The standard setting is immediately restored and the Exposure level indicator disappears Exposure Level Indicator To brighten the image To darken the image FAR RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focus detection zone NEAR PROGRAM AE select dial Focusing Auto Focus The camc
56. t the battery holder according to the type of remote control unit you have Type amp Pull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock hole Type Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery holder INSERT BATTERY 2 Making sure the plus side is up insert the lithium battery CR2025 into the battery holder REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit and push the holder until it clicks into place Read the caution concerning lithium batteries gt 2 RM V704U or RM V700U provided with GR AX470 only BUTTONS FUNCTIONS With the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA PAUSE IN Connector Infrared beam transmitting window MBR SET Button CF pg 31 INT TIME Button Self Timer Time Lapse F pg 35 REC TIME Button With the camcorder s power switch set to PLAY CF pg 32 Transmits the beam signal Animation Time Lapse F pg 35 Button Retake forward I pg 12 FF FF Shuttle Search F pg 28 Q REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review pg 12 Rew Rew Shuttle Search gt pg 28 Q PAUSE Button Pause 05 pg 28 Q PLAY Button Playback start F pg 28 D START STOP Button Functions same as the Recording Start Stop button on the camcorder VISS Button Index Code marking I pg 35 ZOOM T W Buttons Zoom in and out I pg 11 P VCR CTL Button
57. ten the scene by using the built in video light SET VIDEO LIGHT Set the LIGHT ON AUTO OFF as required 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 LIGHT ON AUTO OFF The video light can be used with the camcorder s power on t is recommended to set the white balance I pg 21 to indoor mode when you use the video light When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power NOTES e 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 C pg 15 is engaged the light is likely to stay on While the Twilight mode F pg 15 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 ca
58. the playback Manual Tracking has not been performed I pg 29 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 c pg 29 Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other be performed EN 39 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 shooting a very bright object Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the viewfinder An error number i e E03 appears in the viewfinder The image is out of focus A character generator title and the date and time displays disappear from the viewfinder Even though the Lens Cover is open the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defect of the camcorder e Sunlight is directly entering the lens Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears i
59. tion 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 25 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control 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 25 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 25 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 45 1 25 1S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 25 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear Also refer to pgs 24 and 25 Index Code Marking To give you automatic access to any selected point on a recording 1 Press VISS once to place the index code INDEX blinks in the viewfinder during marking If VISS is pressed during Record Standby mode the mark is placed where RECORDING START STOP is pressed Tape Counter Insert editing indicator Viewfinder START STOP REW PAUSE INSERT PLAY RM V704U or RM V700U
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