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JVC GR-AX280 Camcorder User Manual

1. 0 c0ee00 52 Other Parts 52 INSTRUCTIONS TEIS encarar orrea 54 CAUTIONS 55 SPECIFICATIONS 57 LYT0033 001A Zen 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 e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents cover page e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you refer to the Index C pgs 51 54 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions pgs 55 56 They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If nonetheless the mains
2. Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor 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 VISS INT TIME REC TIME RM V700U provided with GR AX480 only FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION NOTE en 4 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 4 on pg 32 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 INT TIME to OFF in the Menu press INT TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears Animation 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 33 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the followi
3. Noise may appear during Retake This is normal Viewfinder FEATURE 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording PURPOSE To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programmes OPERATION 1 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC ta 5S appears and 5Sec Rec is reserved 2 Press Recording Start Stop Button 5Sec Rec mode indicator Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically m To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that tm 5S disappears The Fader lt pg 22 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC LIGHT OFF AUTO ON DANGER m The video light can become extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E t is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION RECORDING Basic Features cont Video Light GR AX480 only To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim 1 Set the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch as
4. MM JVC CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 6 RECORDING 14 Basic Recording 14 Basic Features 16 COM PACT VHS CAMCO R D E R Advanced Features 20 Programme AE With Special Effects 20 PAC ON caper ese eed 22 WIGE peer eterna einen 22 E Super LoLux Gain Up 23 Instant Titles 0 eee eee 23 Character Generator 24 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment 25 G R A X SO FOCUSING ncen 28 Exposure Control 30 Manual White Balance Adjustment cseccseceeees al Self Timer scxccncidachevswetrsawewiness 32 Animation ccceeceececeeceeees 33 Time Lapse ssesserrrsiersssssrssessens 33 PLAYBACK 34 Basic Playback 4 34 Features eivcsncsnscSecwersextcsdevetsc 35 Using The Cassette Adapter 37 Basic Connections 38 TAPE DUBBING 39 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GR AX480 only 40 Random Assemble Editing R A Edit 42 Insert Editing 0006 46 Audio Dubbing 47 USER MAINTENANCE 48 iiustiations appearing Gompact VHS TROUBLESHOOTING 49 in the illustrations are of the GR AX480 INDEX 51 VHS C Viewfinder Indications 51 iii Controls 2 eceeeeee 52 Connectors 0ceeceeeeee 52 Indicators
5. Adapter Battery charger for a long period of time it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety caution are on the bottom and or the back of the main unit The rating plate serial number plate of the AC Power Adapter Charger is on its bottom 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 recycled or disposed of properly SSS Ll ENO This camcorder is designed to be used with GC fH ea PAL type colour television signals It cannot be al used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and m This camcorder is designed exclusively for the viewfinder playback are possible anywhere VHS C video cassette Only cassettes marked Use the BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U battery VHS C can be used with this unit packs and to recharge them the provided m HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS multi voltage AC Power Adapter Charger An equipment appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ 65 SOME DO S AND DON TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safet
6. CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen disppears and 4 amp reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 3 To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 1 Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer a or amp will blink RECORDING Advanced Features cont Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality but you can override and make the adjustment manually ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU SCREEN Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXPOSURE and press it ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it 00 exposure control level counter appears ADJUST EXPOSURE To brighten the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 Go to step 5 Select Dial nines MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder
7. Set the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK and press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to ZOOM SPEED then press it The ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu appears 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired speed and press it twice The Menu Screen disappears and setting is completed Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus C pg 29 then zoom in or out in Record mode Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed ZOOM SPEED Pressing the Power Zoom Button fully lightly FAST 1 estes SLOW 4 lowes L when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK en17 FEATURE Quick Review PURPOSE To check the end of the last recording OPERATION 1 Press and release quickly during the Record Standby mode m 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 FEATURE Retake PURPOSE To re record certain segments OPERATION 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording Pressing F forwards the tape and pressing R reverses it 3 Press Recording Start Stop Button to start recording
8. gt gt Fast Forward Set the Power Switch to PLAY The power indicator lights Forward Search 44 Rewind Reverse PLAY BACK Search HI Still Playback 3 Press PLAY PAUSE The playback picture appears Recording mode indicator STOP PLAYBACK 4 Press STOP PLAY PAUSE 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 To turn on again set the Power Switch to POWER OFF then to PLAY Power Switch PLAYBACK Features MENU Jog Dial EN 3 9 Tracking This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on screen during playback Initial setting is Auto Tracking Manual Tracking is also available ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING 1 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear e To return to Auto Tracking press the MENU Jog Dial AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears NOTES When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders PLAYBACK Features cont FEATURE Still Playback PURPOSE To pause during playback OPERATION f 1 Press PLAY PAUSE during playback 2 To resume normal playback press P
9. the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend ing on the distance between the camcorder and the subject When Tele Macro pg 26 is activated the camcorder will not zoom out automatically Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE y AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF ata sae ie No indication ZOOM SPEED FAST during eet recording Menu Screen No indication Focus Menu Screen during 4 recording Manual Focus Screen EN 29 Manual Focus NOTE You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments 7 pg 12 If you haven t do so before continuing ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears and the highlight bar is placed on FOCUS ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN 2 Press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to MANU then press it a and amp appear The focus is locked at this point ADJUST FOCUS To farther subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward lt appears and blinks 7 Go to step 5 To nearer subject Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward appears and blinks Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END
10. Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT e When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of Menu Screen 1 Menu Screen 2 is automatically displayed When the highlight bar reaches the top of Menu Screen 2 Menu Screen 1 is automatically displayed e f the setting you want can t be found in the Menu Screen place the highlight bar on MENU END then go to step 5 MAKE SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The setting menu of the selected function appears The setting procedure depends on the function you select If you select FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME or CHARACTER See respective pages FOCUS F pg 28 29 EXPOSURE pg 30 DATE TIME F pg 9 CHARACTER F pg 24 If you select JLIP ID NO press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number blinks then rotate it until the desired number appears and press it Then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT If you select any other functions rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired setting e If you decide you want to return to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT END SETTING Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The normal
11. Lock Electronic Fog Filter FG FG FOG 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 fantasy look ND ND ND EFFECT 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 d SEPIA The scene being shot is recorded in sepia tinted reddish brown monochrome giving the effect of an older movie Use together with Wide F pg 22 for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie la N ae D en2 Dial Viewfinder Mod symbol indication 2 mor e Twilight Dusk twilight scenery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode lt gt pg 31 e 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 CF pg 29 Sports High shutter speed clearly captures fast moving action 1 1000 sec 1 1000 Ei SU High Speed Shutter 1 2000 sec 1 2000 2 SUES High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter 1 1000s 1 2000s Captures faster action than Sports mode RECORDING Advanced Features cont Fader This fe
12. SHOOTING 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button o un appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress ee en lO Tape remaining time indicator Start Stop Button MIN Now calculating 120MIN 119MIN Y 3MIN 2MIN Blinking 1MIN Blinking OMIN Blinking STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to stop recording e The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode NOTES A cassette holder can t be opened unless a power supply is attached There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use force The displayed remaining time is approximate The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected 7 pg 10 TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded f 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 f the Recording Start Stop Button is pressed after the Rec
13. all This slackens the tape and can result in damage are do not open the front tape cover This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust 2 Store cassettes mae away from heaters or other heat sources er out of direct sunlight m where they won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration gies where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vr vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT eee open the camcorder s chassis pees disassemble or modify the unit ects short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use eij allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit aes remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on a leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 2 Avoid using the unit ees in places subject to excessive humidity or dust a in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove pees in places subject to excessive shock or vibration cae near a television set or 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 DOs 3 DO NOT leave the unit ae in places of over 50 C aes in places where humidity is extremely
14. end of the strap to the other eyelet 4 making sure the strap isn t twisted ADJUST LENGTH Adjust as shown in the illustration at left Q then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 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 CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod 14en RECORDING Basic Recording Power g indicator Tally lamp GR AX480 only lights while recording is in progress NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing Power F pg 6 Jape Length Setting pg 10 Recording Mode Setting pg 10 Grip Adjustment F pg 12 LOAD A CASSETTE 7 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 2 Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open the lens cover then set the Power Switch to CAMERA e The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode e The scene you re aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen with the word PAUSE superimposed upon it START
15. hole with adhesive tape Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing or the edit points will not be accurate During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing when Insert Pause or Audio Dub Standby is engaged the counter may go slightly past 0 00 00 Recording however stops at exactly 0 00 00 LENS COVER Open Close Switch Set to POWER OFF BATT RELEASE t USER MAINTENANCE After Use Set the Power Switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder then remove the cassette Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH 4 Slide BATT RELEASE to remove the battery pack Slide the LENS COVER Open Close switch to close the lens cover Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR 1 Wipe gently with a soft cloth CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper CLEAN VIEWFINDER 3 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Remove dust using a blower brush 8 Align the marks re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise NOTES 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 Mould may form if the lens is left dirty TROUBLESHOOTING en 49 POWER No power is supplied The battery pack has not been attached correctly I gt p
16. low below 35 or extremely high above 80 Pa in direct sunlight in a closed car in summer douse near a heater 4 To protect the unit DO NOT i allow it to become wet drop the unit or strike it against hard objects sus subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation shes keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods ant direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun oes carry it by holding the viewfinder Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the rip ee ae it excessively when using the shoulder strap About moisture condensation You may 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 CAUTIONS cont SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS Dust and dirt on video heads 1 Always allow enough time for your camcorder to acclimatize to its environment before using it 2 Do not
17. mode as specified in its instructions Connection To A TV With NO A V Input Connectors Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional RF V5E RF unit Refer to the RF V5E instruction manual for connection procedure TAPE DUBBING 1 Nog Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration to the left connect the camcorder and the VCR PREPARE FOR DUBBING Set the camcorder s Power Switch to PLAY turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR SELECT VCR MODE 3 Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes PLAY PAUSE 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 START EDITING Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press PAUSE on the camcorder Power Switch When connecting the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and EDIT MORE SEGMENTS Video cables Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then optional stop the VCR and camcorder when finished To AUDIO and VIDEO IN Sennediols If your TV VCR has the SCART connector use the cable adapter A GR AX480 only VCR Recording deck AOen CONTROL UNIT GR AX480 only The Full Function Remote Control Unit c
18. position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START TIME LAPSE RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording and intervals alternate automatically RELEASE TIME LAPSE MODE To release when PAUSE is displayed set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF To release when PAUSE and ppp are not displayed press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF 3 4 en PLAYBACK Basic Playback Battery pack remaining power indicator LOAD A CASSETTE Tape counter 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 REE Tape running indicator SELECT MODE gt Playback l
19. AR 19986 MONTH T DAY 1 TIME 22 50 24 hour indication DATE TIME Setting Menu MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT en D Date Time Setting ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to DATE TIME then press it The DATE TIME Setting Menu appears elf you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move highlight bar to EXIT and press it then go to step 6 e f you want to set only the time without changing the date go to step 4 SET DATE Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking e Repeat this procedure until you re satisfied with the Date settings YEAR MONTH and DAY SET TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TIME and then press it When the hour setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blink
20. C camcorders model number TCC 2U Please use the cleaning cassette as indicated below Q After inserting the cleaning cassette activate the Play mode for a maximum of 15 seconds normally 5 seconds is sufficient 2 Remove the cleaning cassette and check the playback picture with a previously good recorded tape 3 If the picture is clear then recording on a new tape can begin when desired 4 If the picture is not clear repeat steps 1 to 3 up to two more times If the picture is still unclear consult your local JVC dealer Important Note If heads have become dirty the associated tape will also be damaged please do not use the tape again e A built in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a cassette is loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging e Cleaning cassette TCC 2U is available from your JVC local dealer SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption e GR AX480 light on GR AX480 light off GR AX280 Signal system Video recording system Luminance Colour Cassette Tape speed SP LP Recording time max SP LP Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Weight e GR AX480 e GR AX280 Dimensions Including viewfinder CAMERA Pick up Lens Viewfinder White balance adjustment VIDEO Output AUDIO Output VHS PAL standard DC 6V 737Z 7 9 W 5 0 W PAL type FM recording Conver
21. CR REC STBY 1 EN 45 ENGAGE VCR S RECORD PAUSE MODE Point the remote control towards the VCR s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY or manually engage the VCR s Record Pause mode BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order While editing the R A Edit counter of the scene which is beging copied is shown with a blinking highlight 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 To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press ON OFF AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR e When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio video cable NOTES f you performed step 1 C on page 43 MAKE CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing The on screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene There may be noise at in or out points on the edited tape with certain VCRs 46en COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE Power Switch Insert editing indicator M 0 12 34 Tape counter Viewfinder START STOP REW PAUSE INSERT PLAY RM V700U provided with GR AX480 only ECONTROL UNIT GR AX480 le Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the origina
22. EO and RF DC OUT connectors NOTES t is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to CAMERA then set your TV to the appropriate input mode f you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture PLAYBACK Basic Connections There are three basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals Connection To A VCR A Editing Dubbing and Playback NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 7 As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR SUPPLY POWER 2 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mode Connection To A TV With A V Input Connectors B Playback ONLY NOTE Use the optional Audio and Video cables CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration to the left connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV
23. LAY PAUSE again Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback This is normal COUNTER R M PLAY PAUSE FEATURE Shuttle Search PURPOSE To allow high speed search in either direction OPERATION 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 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 1 second The counter resets to 0 00 00 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press STOP then REW The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press PLAY PAUSE to start playback The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so the M disappears PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter EN 3 7 Compartment door Compact video cassette 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 o
24. MENU gt MENU END FOCUS DATE TIME TELE MACRO OF eet el Le No indication ZOOM SPEED FAST during PEKT recording Menu Screen EXPOSURE AUTO MANU To darken the image Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Go to step 5 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE No indication Exposure Menu Screen during recording Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen 4 reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END Exposure CLOSE MENU control Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen level disappears and the exposure control level counter counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted Jo re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from step 1 Manual Exposure Screen NOTES j To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 3 To e AA E the image a To darken the image Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH yy AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Menu Screen M W B Menu Screen NOTES To switch to automatic white balance adjustment set the M W B in the Menu Screen to AUTO or turn the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK Re adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed when the camcorder has been turned off and on again or when the Select Dial s position has been changed When adjusted by putting coloured paper
25. Microphone RM V700U provided with GR AX480 only 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 C pg 46 before continuing e The sound comes from the built in microphone 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 f the microphone 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 Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording To edit dub onto a tape 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
26. T gt at the bottom of the screen blink then press it repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath the desired location Rotate the MENU Jog Dial when you are done and the blinking cursor returns to the character grid END CHARACTER SETTING 4 Rotate the MENU jog dial to make EXIT blink then press it The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 5 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTES To erase a character you entered mistakenly make CLEAR blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial then press it All characters are deleted at once Or to erase selected characters only first move the blinking cursor to the characters at the bottom row which you want to replace then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight in the top left corner and then press it To display the characters you have set Date Time Character Insert F7 pg 19 or Instant Titles pg 23 Characters may be set only in the Record Standby mode en 20 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar on the desired function Select Dial MENU
27. TON sorsien CF pg 11 Recording Mode SP LP Button CF pg 10 DATE TIME Button cccecececceeeeeeeee CF pg 19 COUNTER R M BURON access ednesticars CF pg 36 Q 5SEC REC 5 sec recording Button pg 17 REW BUTON snseecsecceneusinetnc noes CF pg 34 RETAKE R Quick Review Button CF pg 17 9 PLAY PAUSE BUON siseses CF pg 34 PERULO serei ass anoseskttn oceamaeuocses CF pg 34 RE TARE F BOROD scnsscnecestsaecaneretesacias CF pg 17 QD STOP BUON cccccstcececesncsnnserscssoraesneancs CF pg 34 O EJEC FSWite i erresira CF pg 11 3 Function Navigator Dial MENU Jog Dial scccespuisteanstencaneneendets I gt pg 9 LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch GR AX480 OMY ssscescustascastseenavaentenseds I pg 18 5 BATT Battery RELEASE Switch CF pg 6 Dioptre Adjustment ccccseseeeeees CF pg 12 D Recording Start Stop Button 00 CF pg 14 Power SWITCH scsszasanccecmerescavessaczstens CF pg 14 34 LENS COVER Switch s sscssezeceecexecasensce CF pg 14 Connectors WO DG UN Jack estes teeetteceastcssnsereeiaaents CF pg 7 The jacks to are located beneath the jack cover J terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector e Connect the editing cable when performing Random Assemble Editing GR AX480 only CF pg 42 45 e It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer e JLIP
28. The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts and goes out when discharging is complete USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place DETACH BATTERY PACK BATT RELEASE Approximate recording time unit min 5 Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack ATTENTION Before detaching the power source BN V22U 155 95 BN V25U 200 120 make sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction when the video light is on GR AX480 only Charge marker NOTES EN 7 CHARGE MARKER A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been charged or not Two colours are provided red and black you choose which one means charged and which means discharged The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record Standby mode and the frequency of zooming It is safer to have spare battery packs Charging times noted on page 6 are for fully discharged battery pack and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from your camcorder Perform the REFRESH func
29. an 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 Installing The Battery The remote control cannot operate GR AX280 e PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER Type Pull out while sliding the lock hole 1 9 Type Pinch the release tab and pull out INSERT BATTERY 10 Making sure the plus side is up insert the lithium 3 T battery CR2025 into the battery holder REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER J 12 Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit 6 13 and push the holder until it clicks into place Read the caution concerning lithium batteries I 14 F pg 2 8 15 9 16 W 24 A eZ RM V700U EZ Release tab provided with GR AX480 only FUNCTIONS With the camcorder s power switch With the camcorder s power switch set to CAMERA set to PLAY PAUSE IN Connector CF pg 43 Infrared beam transmitting window MBR SET Button IF pg 42 O INT TIME Button Self Timer Time Lapse pg 41 REC TIME Button Animation Time Lapse gt pg 41 eS Retake onward E7 pg 17 Retake rewind Quick Review pg 17 PAUSE Button P Pause F pg 36 rws O e Oviss Button index Code mareng pga OO OOOO Ozom T W Buttons Zomar O O Oaou suwon neogen Osos Spe Oms Button sr ing pm 8 Orator suon ip BUTTONS Transmits the beam signal
30. and their availability Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice j MEMO MEMO VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHT 1998 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD Printed in Japan 0198MKV UN VP 08 cXV dD 087XV dD Yj
31. ature 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 ENGAGE FADE STANDBY MODE 1 Press EFFECT to engage the Fade Standby mode Fade out Viewfinder gt EFFECT EIFADER e Bk FADER is displayed for approx 2 seconds Then BLACK FADER disappears and only Bxl remains After 2 sec START OR END RECORDING Press Recording Start Stop Button to activate fade in or fade out TO CANCEL FADE STANDBY MODE 3 While IBkl is displayed press EFFECT e OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade standby mode is cancelled NOTES Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop Button allows you to record a black blank screen The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is used with Sepia pg 21 With the Electronic fog filter mode F pg 21 engaged the image fades in out to a white screen Recording Start Stop Button Wide This feature allows you to record black bars at the top o and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like Viewfinder wide screen effect ENGAGE WIDE MODE 1 Press WIDE j e To restore normal screen press WIDE again Wide mode NOTE for Fader Wide Super LoLux and Instant Titles When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK the above functions will be set to the Factory settings Fade stan
32. cesscccgtzeceriomncasragueeaitestesss pg R Random Assemble Editing esseee pg Recording Advanced Features pg RR ECONCIING cassi A pg Recording STONY STOD assena pg Recording Mode Setting s e pg Record Standby ssssssseeeseeseesessssssssessese pg Remote Control Witsoe nvateeenee pg REMOVE Caselle gasses cnaxaassveorartaseanesencuieks pg E P T pg Rewind TapE ssccssisssionienisoioiios pg S tS ea E A T er ees pg Sepia VOG Crc nostsactabaropacedaessseuseereosesentes pg Shoulder Strap Attachment cce0es pg Shuttle Search sissien neioii pg DPIC IO ING carana pg Sports Mode Ree mene cee mney ner ere pg UPR ACK eais re A pg UIST LU seseniseronnina ninnan pg T Jape COUET nsare aa pg Tape Dubbing sccssciactensehenueronaaniccarseunenees pg Tape Length Setting srisiecacinisirorisssse pg Time Lapse Shooting seeen pg Mackie edanan pg TPOG MOUTILIN Ss xsciscesdenssaumrammechaccapovenceas pg TWA EE MOUE oeieo pg V Vdeo Light saiapsececennatasseyaucoeetinae eae aaeaens pg Viewfinder Adjustment ceeeeeeereee pg Viewfinder INGICATIONS siveaccsaexesvesseeesueeecs pg W White Balance Adjustment eeeees pg WdE Oe eea eae cata eseciees pg Z LOONIE eena nn nentaseaeiees pg INDEX Terms CAUTIONS DANGER Video Light e The video light becomes extremely hot Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off otherwise
33. controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal VIDEO OUT Connector ou CF pg 38 RF DC OUT Connector ccccceereeeees CF pg 38 AUDIO OUT Connector cccceeee CF pg 38 Indicators Power Indicator sec crectcrersansreccemtuiee CF pg 14 Tally Lamp GR AX480 only 0 CF pg 14 Other Parts Video Light GR AX480 only 6 CF pg 18 HJ Microphone cccceccccscesseseeseeseeteeeees CF pg 47 H Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area built in here is the sensor necessary for shooting e Remote Sensor GR AX480 only CF pg 41 El Clock Battery Compartment 04 CF pg 8 El Battery Pack Mount ccscseseereenees CF pg 6 Ed Shoulder Strap Eyelets ccccceeeeees IF pg 13 EX Electronic Viewfinder ccccceeceeees CF pg 12 EX Grip Strap occ ccecceseesceseeseeneeees CF pg 12 Ei Tripod Mounting Socket eee CF pg 13 54 en AC Power Adapter acszsececsexssacatraenssedentancst pg 6 Animation Recording ccsssssseeseeees pg 33 41 Ando TUNING scssi pg 47 PUIG Date Record 2 sstnnadcnsceasprtiamnasicssess pg 19 AUO FOCUS sscuepectesaeiececcseoreseteentestencosetuents pg 28 Auto Mode Lock Mode secese pg 21 Auto Mode Release Mode cc0 pg 21 B Battery Pack seorsan pg 6 55 Priehteni the limage ecnsrrnioygeniiin pg 30 C Cll C E A pg 7 Casele Adapa aieceecscsaien
34. dby OFF Wide mode off Super LoLux MAX Instant Titles off Then when the Select Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK the above functions return to the settings you selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK However if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK the selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any position except AUTO LOCK SSS Ll en 29 Super LoLux Gain Up Bright natural recordings can be taken even in areas with low or poor lighting Viewfinder gt S LX MAX f NORM OFF Title display HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR FAMILY MOVIE STAR PARTY TIME MERRY CHRISTMAS WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS After 2 sec E SUPER LOLUX Viewfinder ee ee The characters you have set using Character Generator gt pg 24 A 1 SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown to the left Once the desired mode appears it is engaged e The mode s name is displayed for approx 2 seconds then disappears MAX To record a subject in a dark lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environ ment When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark OFF Allo
35. djustment ee CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions e When an object is in various shades of the same colour amp HALOGEN ewhena predominantly red or brown object is being shot MWB outdoors In these cases use the camcorder s built in preset filters for white balance adjustment I pg 31 ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed F pg 16 SLOW SSS LLU en 2 REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time Lapse recording F pg 33 INT TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self Timer I pg 32 and Time Lapse recording lt pg 33 TALLY LAMP E tally lamp comes on to the start of recording available only for GR AX480 tally lamp remains off at all times GR AX280 always set to this mode CHARACTER o you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters F pg 24 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 Demonstrates certain functions such as the Fader Instant Titles etc When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed demonstration starts NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Pro
36. e Menu Screen MWB MWE 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 PREPARE WHITE OBJECT 7 Point the camcorder at a white flat object such as a sheet of white paper SELECT MWB 2 Follow step 1 through 3 of the above select MWB MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE 3 Press the MENU Jog Dial until MWB begins blinking MWB blinks while the white balance is being stored in memory then the Menu Screen reappears when memorization is complete CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial 32n Recording Start Stop Button Select Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT a gt BACK oie REC TIME JOFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON CHARACTER JLIP ID NO 07 DEMO MODE OFF gt MENU END INT TIME INT TIME Menu INT TIME Indicator REC TIME Indicator MENU Jog Dial Menu Screen GR AX480 only REC TIME REC TIME Menu INT TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen RECORDING Advanced Features cont Self Timer You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start Stop Button and the actual start of recording If you secure the camcorder you or whomever is operating the camcord
37. e correct setting T30 30 minutes of recording time T45 45 minutes and T60 60 minutes in SP elf you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT CLOSE MENU Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is on MENU END Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the Menu Screen NOTES The tape remaining time pg 15 is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected Once you have set the tape length it remains un changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO LOCK Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference SET RECORDING MODE 7 First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Press SP LP Button for more than 1 second SP Standard Play provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing while LP Long Play is more economical providing twice the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point en 1 Loading Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER Slide EJECT until the holder opens Do not use 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 i
38. e to do to access any of the variety of Viewfinder shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial SELECT MODE 1 Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark e The selected mode s name and its indication are displayed for approx 1 second Then the name disappears and only the indication remains The mode is activated e 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 C pg 22 is used in the Sepia mode The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations n 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 e WIDE TITLE e nm S Select Dial Dial Viewfinder symbol indication LOCK alzo Relea Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting e In this mode the following controls are disabled DATE TIME display select and the Menu Jog Dial Mode si 4S S Ore 5158 S 5 Auto Mode Release Auto Mode Release Re enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode
39. er can enter the scene before recording starts NOTE Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial ACCESS INT TIME MENU SCREEN 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to INT TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial SET INTERVAL TIME 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on MENU END CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial START DELAYED RECORDING 5 Press the Recording Start Stop Button When the selected time has elapsed recording begins automatically To Cancel Self Timer Before the recording begins press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE then set INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF SLU EN DD 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 and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press MENU Jog Dial SET RECORDING TIME Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to mo
40. er Zoom F pg 16 Zoom in Program Manager Il lt gt pg 20 33 Programme AE with Special Effects Fader Wide Super LoLux Instant Titles Menu Adjustment Focus Exposure Control and so on e DC Cord GR AX480 only GR AX480 only ia e Cable Adapter C P7U GR AX480 only e Cassette Adapter e Lithium Battery CR2025 e x2 for GR AX480 clock operation and remote control unit e x1 for GR AX280 clock operation QUICK OPERATION GUIDE ENO SUPPLY POWER BATT RELEASE Using the battery pack E Hook on the battery pack s top end to the camcorder Charging procedure pg 6 EJ Push in the battery pack until it locks into place To remove the battery pack Slide BATT RELEASE and pull out the battery pack PLAYBACK Set to PLAY REW STOP EM Set the Power Switch to PLAY 2 Press REW The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape EJ Press PLAY PAUSE Playback starts and the playback picture appears e To stop playback press STOP For more details gt pg 34 Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter CF pg 37 INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE El Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder PA insert a video cassette EJ Press PUSH to close the cassette holder For more details pg 11 LENS COVER Open Close Switch Recording Start Stop Button EM Slide the LENS COVER Open Close Switch to open
41. g 6 The battery pack is not charged pg 6 The power supply has not been correctly connected I gt pg 7 The power suddenly goes off and The battery pack has completely discharged doesn t come back on by itself Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source then after a few minutes try turning the power back on If it still doesn t come on consult your nearest JVC dealer RECORDING Recording cannot be performed 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 Recording does not start The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to CAMERA CF pg 14 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 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 The Counter Memory Function has been activated or rewind CF pg 36 Rewinding or fast forwarding The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other cannot be perf
42. harger BH V3E can also be used to charge the battery pack When using the optional Car Battery Charger refer to the respective instruction booklet To AC outlet DC OUT A terminal AC Power Adapter Charger AA V15EK To car s N cigarette lighter socket USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTE The supplied AC Power Adapter Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V GETTING STARTED cont Clock Lithium Battery Insertion Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date time settings SWITCH OFF POWER 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 BATTERY when replacing Insert a pointed non metallic object between the battery and the compartment and pull the battery out INSERT BATTERY Ensure that the plus side is up and 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 pg 2 for information on safe handling of lithium batteries MENU m Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO 740 0 RS 2 gt NEXT Menu Screen DATE TIME YE
43. he power is almost gone the indicator lt blinks battery power warning then the unit shuts off Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one Note The symbol containing 3 darkened squares mE does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged FOCUS MICA a cianiocsccsbsaestiseracalascuass IF pg 29 D Exposure Control Level Counter CF pg 30 White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 31 Clock Battery Warning Blinks for approx 10 seconds when the power is turned on This display also blinks when the clock lithium battery is either not installed or has discharged Install or replace the old battery with a new one F pg 8 e Tape End Display TAPE END CF pg 15 Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback recording or fast forward e Condensation Warning When this indication appears all functions except tape eject and power on off are disabled Turn the unit off without removing the power source for a few hours and when you turn it on again the indication should disappear SSL ENDO Controls C Power Zoom BUON cccccesseseeeeeee CF pg 16 Select Dial scrani CF pg 20 3 Multi Function Control EFFECT BURON wcsssescedsnveresismvastorsevsnes CF pg 22 SWIDE DURON seisisiniessrensi CF pg 22 OT EE BURON ccctenseadesspssiewetensacaseenseores CF pg 23 e SUPER LOLUX Button ssicdccesssavaeeonnes CF pg 23 Y PUSH BU
44. ile the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power off before disconnecting the power source If you have not performed Date Time Setting pg 9 the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out 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 30MIN gt S LX 8 g REC SP gt gt gt TWILIGHT i 10 5MIN _ D Beep TAPE END LENS COVER MwB D PAU E J enol T30_ gt 2 NORM 011 MERRY CHRISTMAS 4 4e ee ST 22 50 00 Viewfinder Indications Cassette Warning Tape Remaining NME icescesrsceesrcseexesss CF pg 15 When no cassette is inserted the cassette O3 warning blinks When Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording the cassette O3 warning lights Otherwise the tape remaining time is displayed and the tape remaining time warning blinks when the tape is about to reach its end When
45. in front of the subject in step 1 of MWB 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 approximates to green orange or purple respectively It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance F pg 38 enol Manual White Balance Adjustment M W B The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However the more advanced camcorder operator would prefer to control this function manually and achieve a more professional colour tint reproduction ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU SCREEN 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to M W B then press it SELECT WHITE BALANCE 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the required white balance AUTO sessed Automatic adjustment o FINE n n Outdoors on sunny day Xe CLOUD Outdoors on cloudy day HALOGEN Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp MWB oieee When using a personal White Balance Setting stored in memory see below CLOSE MENU 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit th
46. in Record Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration to the left m You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure lt gt pg 9 If you haven t do so first Select Dial DISPLAY The selected display can be Date display recorded If you don t want to record the Time display display select the Date off mode before shooting f you want to delete the display patenime Clepray during shooting press DATE TIME To recall the display engage the Se oe d ena en Nes Record Standby mode and press es pray DATE TIME repeatedly until the desired display appears The characters you have set using AUTO DATE RECORD Character Generator pg 24 Date display Auto Date Record mode but this is not recorded Auto date record mode Lisia a Setting the Select Dial to AUTO LOCK always engages the Auto Date Record mode and disables all other modes Auto date record executed Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing DATE TIME In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE Date Time display 25 12 98 22 50 00 2 O EN i RECORDING Advanced Features 1 second later the mode is activated Programme AE With Special Effects a All you hav
47. inesatesaiteiuciayneras pg 37 Charne Marko xnsiahescncencltansscemeniarantaasieuas pg 7 Charging the Battery Pack eee pg 6 Clock Lithium Battery ee eeeceeeeee pg 8 Connection toa VCR TV sistictasescsedestecect pg 38 C OEO ES aaps S Cover page COUMER MEMON csceesensesiavacuradiessvesacnoseece pg 36 D Darker the MAGS wessendpscacitecaseseasseesianteas pg 30 Date Time Character Insert eee pg 19 Beicc gl ijiepe cit cpeeen rere errrerr etree pg 9 DEMO MOUE crnssneutetsaineauapennavaagonseeeaseacees pg 27 Discharge the Battery pack pg 6 Dioptre Adjust ccccecctcceteueveuameteateensneareacs pg 12 E Electronic Fog Filter Mode n se pg 21 EFS FI OLCCU ON sererai pg 11 Exposure Control ucscnutorcerteasessiaameccsceneenes pg 30 F FAREI OU serre nasia R pg 22 Fast FORWANG ADC sacccesiescncpeseecaeetepnercncces pg 34 DI Ca E pg 17 G Crip Adj USTIMON essesi pg 12 H High Speed Shutter Mode 4 0008 pg 21 I Index Code Marking sssccsseceeeeees pg 41 Insert OC A SENO aini tea pg 11 Insent FANDO a iecsoasttodiecesandeneaunererteveices pg 46 starnit TUE Sissin pg 23 M Manual FOCUS atestccccisiaseesanseasiaaieeneatiedees pg 29 MBR Code Setting icra caneaiecsvetmtecsabeemcnsces pg 42 N ND Effect Mode sssrini pg P P E e E pg Programme AE with Special Effects pg Provided Accessories eeeeeseeeeeeeeeeees pg Q QUICK REVIEW sca
48. ing rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it The minute setting stops blinking START CLOCK OPERATION When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to EXIT and press it The Menu Screen appears and MENU END is highlighted CLOSE MENU 6 Press the MENU Jog Dial NOTE To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a connected TV see Date Time Character Insert C pg 19 SP LP Recording Mode Button GETTING STARTED cont Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCU AUTO AUTO 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE _LENGTH T605 M W B AUTO ZOOM S D FAST gt NEXT TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu MENU FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T20 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FAST gt NEXT Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Tape length indicator Recording mode indicator Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used ACCESS MENU SCREEN First set the Power Switch to CAMERA Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial SELECT FUNCTION Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears SET TAPE LENGTH Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to th
49. l recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged NOTE Use the RM V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure SELECT MODE 7 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 1 second to reset the tape counter then press again for less than 1 second and make sure M appears 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 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 When the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen go to the next step BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode END INSERT EDITING NOTES After step 5 Retake pg 17 can be performed The tape may stop slightly before or after the desig nated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode SSL en 47 Audio dubbing indicator Viewfinder
50. me as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry 4 en REMEMBER The Logical Choice a Compact VHS a NOP vasa A 3 C e The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR with Cassette Adapter Programme AE with Special Effects 7 pg 20 m Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release m Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect m Sepia m Twilight E Sports m 1 1000 sec High Speed Shutter m 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e AC Power Adapter Battery Pack Remote Control Unit RM V700U Charger AA V15EK BN V12U MAJOR FEATURES Integrated Auto Light GR AX480 only pg 18 5Sec Rec 5 sec Recording lt pg 17 22 x Optical Hyp
51. ne R6 AA size battery as shown in the illustration to the left Then reattach the cover INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment 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 This may take around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left push up and remove the cassette NOTES During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape When connecting ig the cables open the jack cover To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables _ OpUGMal lecisetecessesceeacas A i To A If your TV VCR AUDIO and lt 4 has the SCART VIDEO IN 4 Lt connectors connector use the cable adapter 4 GR AX480 only Antenna RF V5E optional To AUDIO VID
52. ng order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 33 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 33 Time Lapse press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Timer indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and No indication off Each time REC TIME is pressed the Rec Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and No indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 33 press INT TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear Also refer to pgs 32 and 33 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 during marking If VISS is pressed during Record Standby mode the mark is placed where START STOP is pressed O VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME A B AKAI 000 000 BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON 000 GRUNDIG 09 000 HITACHI QOQ QO JVC A MITSUBISHI ip 1900 Z m O bes 00000 090000009 PANASONIC 00 0000000 s 000 900 000 000000 00 9008 0000 CONTROL UNIT GR AX480 only cont RM V700U provided with GR AX480 o
53. nly VCRBRAND BUTTONS NAME A B PHILIPS SANYO SELECO REX SHARP SONY THOMSON TELEFUNKEN SABA NORDMENDE TOSHIBA QOQ 0000000 00 O O 0000 QOQ 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 optional RM V700U MBR Multi Brand Remote pg 40 is set to operate with your brand of VCR see VCR CODE LIST but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually Before operation make sure the lithium battery is installed in the remote control RM V700U CF pg 40 SET REMOTE VCR CODE SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote towards 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 e The code is automatically set once you release the MBR SET button and the VCR s power comes on OPERATE 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 o
54. ord Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately f you re recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function pg 17 to find the end of the last recording so you don t erase any of it The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is closed FEATURE PURPOSE OPERATION Zoom out Zoom indicator bar Power Zoom button Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FASTE gt NEXT TRS Menu Screen ZOOM SPEED in the Menu ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu Screen Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Zoom In Press the T of the Power Zoom Button Zoom Out Press W of the Power Zoom Button m Zooming speed is available A total of 4 zoom speeds are available 2 speeds can be selected depending on how hard the Power Zoom Button is pressed press the button fully for regular speed press it lightly for slow speed while 2 speed levels FAST SLOW can be selected in the ZOOM SPEED Menu depending on the overall speed you prefer The combinations of zoom speeds are shown in the chart below Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the Menu 1
55. ormed 5Oe TROUBLESHOOTING cont OTHER The tape won t eject The battery pack is running low Some functions are not available The 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 The viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus The date and time displays disappear The wrong date and time are displayed recorded 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 Wipe them gently with soft cloth Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder This is normal while recording in the LP mode Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode lt gt pg 10 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 in the view finder consult your nearest JVC dealer The dioptre needs to be adjusted pg 12 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus CF pg 28 If you remove the power source from the camcorder wh
56. plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immedi ately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code O Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug connect as follows Blue wire to terminal coded N Neutral or coloured black Brown wire to terminal coded L Live or coloured Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE 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 the 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 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
57. required ON Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject OFF Turns off the light m The video light can only be used with the camcorder s power on m t is recommended to set the white balance I pg 31 to HALOGEN mode 8 when you use the video light m When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power Even if the battery indicator does not blink 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 OFF AUTO ON Switch is set to AUTO e 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 OFF AUTO ON switch e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode t pg 21 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode C pg 21 is engaged the light will not activate SS wnlQ DATE TIME FEATURE Date Time Character Insert PURPOSE To display the date and time in the viewfinder or on a connected colour monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically OPERATION 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK 2 Choose a display mode by pressing DATE TIME repeatedly while
58. s attached up slack 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 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 Turn to take GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 7 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 Button Refasten the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Viewfinder Adjustment POSITION VIEWFINDER 7 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability see illustration to the left SELECT MODE 2 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA ADJUST DIOPTRE Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set POWER to CAMERA SSS LULU EES Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left thread the strap through the top of the eyelet C then fold it back and thread it through the keeper and then through the buckle Repeat the procedure to attach the other
59. screen reappears MENU END NOTES y i The menu function except FOCUS and EXPOSURE are not available while in the Record mode Normal Screen For GR AX280 The tally lamp is not built in TALLY LAMP in the Menu Screen is always set to OFF and cannot be set to ON Menu Screen 1 gt BACK E REC TIME JOFFE INT TIME OFF TALLY LAMP ON GR AX480 only CHARACTER JLIP ID_NO 07 DEMO MODE lt gt MENU END Menu Screen 2 4 REC TIME ea E Setting Menu ex REC TIME m 4 ALAAN REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER GR AX480 only JLIP ID NO DEMO MODE 2 6 EN RECORDING Advanced Features cont Menu Screen Explanations m ae a a a Allows you to set the current date and time lt pg 9 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance more than 1m to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TAPE LENGTH J Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used I pg 10 M W B AUTO This camcorder s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic FINE white balance adjustment However precise colour a
60. serious injury may result e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light General Battery Precautions e When the C P6U or C P7U cassette adapter is not functioning even when correctly operated the battery is exhausted Replace it with a fresh one e Use only the following battery C P6U or C P7U aie eeteyes se tsesetis AA R6 size Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused battery can leak or explode 1 Refer to the C P6U C P7U instructions when replacing the battery 2 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can leak or explode 3 Do not dispose of battery in a fire 4 Remove battery 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 PE do not burn PEA do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers 2 To prevent damage and prolong
61. service life PA do not subject to unnecessary shock mi avoid repeated charging without fully discharg ing P 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 Pe store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life POPA avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off Terminals EN 59 NOTES t is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications CARP WIE sceteees se temeteeserbec ens TOC to 35 C Operation nesses 0 C to 40 C ONO a 10 C to 30 C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C 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 ones be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals eas make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting ar do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at
62. ss ON OFF and the counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE 2 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 3 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 4 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 There must be at least one second between an in point and its corresponding out point To ensure correct operation there should be at least 15 seconds between an out point and the next in point Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in points or out points f it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in point the VCR s Record Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn t take place Pressing ON OFF 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 Original tape camcorder 1 3 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT MENU Jog Dial RM V700U provided with GR AX480 only ON OFF V
63. tection tab is in the position that allows recording into it DEMO MODE is set to OFF automatically During demonstration all functions except zoom are disabled __ Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK j RECORDING Advanced Features cont Focusing Auto Focus Focus SA detection zone The camcorder 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 e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in brightness and darkness such as a flat one colour wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark object is barely visible e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The low contrast warning amp appears NOTES Ifthe lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty When condensation occurs wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first C pg 16 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode
64. ted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard VHSTH cassette 23 39 mm sec 11 70 mm sec 60 minutes 120 minutes with EC 60 cassette 0 C to 40 C 35 to 80 20 C to 50 C Approx 800 g Approx 790 g 113 W x 117 H x 242 D mm 1 4 format CCD F1 6 f 3 8 to 83 6 mm 22 1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control filter diameter 46 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT Auto Manual adjustment 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced via VIDEO OUT connector 8 dBs 1 k ohm via AUDIO OUT connector eNOS AC POWER ADAPTER BATTERY CHARGER AA V15EK Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vu 50 60 Hz Power consumption 23 W Output Charge DC8S V sez Lon VTR DC O3 VY y LOA Charging system Constant current peak detection timer controlled 140 W x 42 H x 68 D mm Weight Approx 350 g CASSETTE ADAPTER C P7U 188 W x 25 H x 104 D mm Dimensions Dimensions Weight Approx 240 g Accessory AA R6 size battery x 1 Provided Accessories CF pg 4 Optional Accessories e Battery Packs BN V12U BN V22U BN V25U e Car Battery Charger BH V3E e RF Unit RF V5E e Compact VHS C Cassettes EC 60 45 30 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some acccessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories
65. the Power Switch is set to PLAY and a tape is loaded the cassette J mark is displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab s position 2 Recording Mode SP LP Indicator pg 10 3 Programme AE Indicator 0 CF pg 20 Displayed at for approx 1 second when the Select Dial is switched from one position to another Then only the indicator remains at 3 G0 Fade Standby Indicator 006 IF pg 22 Displayed at for approx 2 seconds when the Fader is engaged by pressing the EFFECT button Then only the indicator remains at 40 Multi Function Control Indication CF pg 22 Displayed when any of the buttons located on the Multi Function Control is pressed The indication disappears within approx 2 seconds G Super LoLux Indicator ccccccceeeeee CF pg 23 Tape Length Indicator ccccceseeeees CF pg 10 V Zooni indicator Bal siicsixecacioimisascascartite CF pg 16 Recording Indicator cccceseseseeeees CF pg 14 1 e Record Standby Mode Indicator CF pg 14 e Lens Cover Warning LENS COVER ossis CF pg 15 2 Interval Timer Recording Time 5Sec Rec Mode Indicator CF7 pgs 17 32 3 Instant Title Display sirererssisssssassi CF pg 23 Date Time Character Display CF pg 19 5 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator Changes as follows according to the battery pack s remaining power level maa aae aiU When t
66. the lens cover FA Set the Power Switch to CAMERA The power indicator will light and an image will appear E Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts e To stop recording temporarily momentarily press the Recording Start Stop Button once again For more details C7 pgs 14 15 6 en GETTING STARTED Marks Power To AC outlet This camcorder s 3 way power supply system lets you A choose the most appropriate source of power 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 CHG charg indicator REFRESH indicator Connect the charger s AC power cord to a wall outlet ATTACH BATTERY PACK Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings 2 e The CHG indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHG indicator stops blinking but stays lit charging is finished Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow To discharge the battery attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the above illustration Then push REFRESH
67. ther makers it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions NOTES f 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 f the RM V700U is not able to control the VCR use the controls on the VCR SSS LULU n43 MAKE CONNECTIONS To AUDIO and To J terminal VIDEO OUT LIP connectors Editing cable Audio and provided with Video cables GR AX480 only optional 93 5 mini plug cable To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connector use the cable adapter GR AX480 only RM V700U provided with GR AX480 only CONNECT TO 7 A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R A EDIT CONNECTOR Connect the editing cable to the R A EDIT connector VCR OTHER THAN TYPE A OR Connect the editing cable to the RM V700U s Pause In jack 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 4 AM OTE CONTROL UNIT GR AX480 only ont PLAY PAUSE FF RM V700U provided with SELECT SCENES ACCESS R A EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY 7 Press PLAY PAUSE then pre
68. tion after no less than 5 chargings While the AC Power Adapter Charger s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch During that time the AC Power Adapter Charger does not charge the battery When disharging is complete detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter Charger to store it High temperatures can damage the battery pack so use only where good ventilation is available Don t allow it to discharge in container such as a bag If you stop recharging or discharging part way through make sure to remove the battery pack before unplugging the adapter s AC cord Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Power Adapter Charger near a radio Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack 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 blink during recharging If not contact your nearest JVC dealer To DC IN jack DC cord USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Charger Adapter connect as shown in the illustration above NOTES When using the car battery leave the engine idling The optional Car Battery C
69. use the unit in areas of high humidity Typical areas of high humidity are given below e From being used or stored in a very cold outdoor situation then immediately being used in a warm indoor situation e From being used or stored in a cool air conditioned situation then being used in a high humidity outdoor situation e Other areas where rapid large temperature changes can occur 3 Taking care of your C format video cassette tapes e Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position complete in their cassette cases e During transportation always store cassettes in their cassette cases 4 Check recorded information at regular intervals If the camcorder is equipped with a quick review facility use this facility to check whether the picture is clear or not If the quick review or playback picture is not clear then the video heads may be dirty NOTE As a maladjusted tracking control can give similar symptoms to dirty video heads please check that the tracking control of the unit is in the centre position Cleaning the video heads Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or interrupted Although this camcorder is equipped with a built in head cleaner which automati cally cleans the heads reducing the likelihood of dirty heads if such troubles are encountered we recom mend the use of the cleaning cassette specifically designed for JV
70. ve the highlight bar to REC TIME then press the MENU Jog Dial The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the desired time then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen reappears Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the Menu Screen START RECORDING Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures 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 Self Timer Animation and Time Lapse are cancelled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected ACCESS MENU SCREEN automatically after the selected period of time RELEASE ANIMATION MODE 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 and the recording mode is set to SP before performing the following steps ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the Select Dial to any
71. ws you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as shown in the illustration to the left 1 SELECT PRESET TITLE Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed Select Dial MENU Jog Dial Viewfinder MENU gt MENU END Menu Screen FOC AUTO AUTO DATE TIME 25 12 98 TELE MACRO OFF TAPE LENGTH T30 M W B AUTO ZOOM SPEED FASTI gt NEXT as gt BACK REC TIME INT TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO D om 0 3 GR AX480 only gt MENU END i See lt BACK NEXT gt EXIT CLEAR OL I KEDYOUCWECLLLO lt BACK NEXT gt EXITCLEAR RECORDING Advanced Features cont Character Generator You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters ACCESS MENU SCREEN 7 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK then press the MENU Jog Dial The Menu Screen appears ACCESS CHARACTER MENU 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to CHARACTER then press it INPUT CHARACTERS 3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired character blink then press it The selected character appears at the bottom of the screen Repeat for additional characters max 18 e To select the location of the next character rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make lt BACK or NEX
72. y standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment DO ensure that all electrical connections including the mains plug extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer s instruc tions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equip ment DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it is damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety It is illegal to watch television whilst driving DON T listen to headphones at high volu

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