JVC LYT0002 0M8B User Manual

CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

Basic Recording ...................... 14

Basic Features ........................ 18

Advanced Features .................. 20

Programme AE With Special

Effects .................................. 20

Exposure Control .................... 21

Focusing ................................ 22

Fader ..................................... 24

Wide ..................................... 24

Instant Titles........................... 25

Character Generator ............... 25

Date/Time Character Insert ..... 26

Manual White Balance

Adjustment ........................... 27

Using Menu For Detailed

Adjustment ........................... 28

Self-Timer .............................. 30

Animation .............................. 31

Time Lapse ............................. 31

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER

GR-AXM30

GR-AXM20

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ....................... 32

Features............................... 33

Basic Connections .................... 34

Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 35

EDITING

Tape Dubbing ......................... 36

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ... 37

USING REMOTE CONTROL

UNIT (GR-AXM30 only) 40

Insert Editing ......................... 42

Audio Dubbing ............................. 43

USER MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

Compact VHS

PAL

LCD monitor/viewfinder ............ 47

Controls ............................... 48

Connectors ............................ 48

Indicators ............................. 48

Other Parts ........................... 48

Terms .................................. 50

INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

LYT0002-0M8B

This camcorder is designed to be used with

PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be

used for playback with a television of a different

standard. However, live recording and

viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.

Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BN-V25U battery

packs and, to recharge them, the provided

multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An

appropriate conversion adapter may be

necessary to accommodate different designs of

AC outlets in different countries.)

PAL

Ⅲ This camcorder is designed exclusively for the

VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked

VHS-C can be used with this unit.

Ⅲ HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS

equipment.

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 safety 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

damanged 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 volume, 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!

REMEMBER

LCD Colour Monitor

(੬ pg. 16)

The Logical Choice

180°

PAL

90°

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

used with your VHS VCR*

Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom

(੬ pg. 18)

Zoom-in

Programme AE with Special

Effects (੬ pg. 20, 21)

Ⅲ Auto Mode Lock

Ⅲ Auto Mode Release

Zoom-out

Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter Ⅲ ND Effect

Ⅲ Sepia Ⅲ Twilight Ⅲ Sports

Ⅲ 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter

Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

Random Assemble Editing

(੬ pg. 37 – 39)

Integrated Auto Light

(GR-AXM30 only) (੬ pg. 19)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/

Charger AA-V11EK

•Cassette Adapter C-P7U

•Battery Pack

BN-V12U

•Remote Control

Unit RM-V704U

or RM-V700U

(GR-AXM30 only)

•Lithium Battery CR2025

• x2 for GR-AXM30

(clock operation and remote control unit)

• x1 for GR-AXM20 (clock operation)

•Cable Adapter

•DC Cord

•Editing Cable

(GR-AXM30 only)

•Shoulder Strap

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE

INSERTING A VIDEO

CASSETTE

SUPPLY POWER

Hook on.

EJECT

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

PUSH

MONITOR OPEN

Using the battery pack

1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to the

camcorder. (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 6)

2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into

place.

1 Slide MONITOR OPEN to open the LCD

monitor.

•Open to an angle of over 45 degrees.

2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder.

3 Insert a video cassette.

4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.

(For more details, ੬ pg. 11)

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery

pack.

PLAYBACK

PLAY/PAUSE

SHOOTING

STOP

LENS COVER

open/close knob

REW

Set to “CAMERA”

Recording Start/Stop button

Set to “PLAY”

1 Set the power switch to “PLAY”.

1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to

open the lens cover.

2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”.

— The power indicator will light and an

image will appear in the LCD monitor or

the viewfinder.

2 Press REW.

— The tape will automatically stop at the

beginning of the tape.

3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.

— Playback starts and the playback picture

appears in the viewfinder or the LCD

monitor.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

— Recording starts.

•To stop playback, press STOP.

(For more details, ੬ pg. 32.)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is

opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily

press the Recording Start/Stop button once

again.

(For more details, ੬ pg. 14, 15)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to

save power when the LCD monitor is

opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is

opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

Or simply play back the tape on a VHS

VCR using the Cassette Adapter. ੬ pg. 35

GETTING STARTED

Power

CHG. (charge) indicator

Marks

This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you

choose the most appropriate source of power.

POWER

indicator

To AC outlet

NOTES:

● No function is available without power supply.

● Use only specified power supply.

● Do not use provided power supply units with other

equipment.

END

indicator

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

SUPPLY POWER

Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall

outlet. The power indicator lights.

REFRESH switch

**REFRESH

REFRESH indicator

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

direction of the arrow until it locks in place.

The CHG. indicator lights.

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.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

When charging is completed, the END indicator

lights. 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. The REFRESH

indicator lights when discharging

starts, and goes out when discharging

is complete.

BATT. PACK

CHARGE

DISCHARGE

approx.

3 hrs. 30 min.

BN-V12U

approx. 1 hr. 10 min.

BN-V22U

BN-V25U

approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.

approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Hook on.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

Push in.

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

BATT. RELEASE

BATT.

PACK

LCD monitor on/

Viewfinder off

LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder on

GR-AXM30 GR-AXM20 GR-AXM30 GR-AXM20

ATTENTION:

BN-V12U 50 (35)

BN-V22U 110 (75)

55 (35)

Before detaching the power source,

make sure that the camcorder’s power

is turned off. Failure to do so can result

in a camcorder malfunction.

110

120 (80)

120

BN-V25U 150 (100) 150

160 (105) 160

(

): when the light is on (GR-AXM30 only).

**CHARGE MARKER

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.

NOTES:

● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and

the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.

● Charging times noted 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 function after no less than 5 chargings.

● 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.

● A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to continue.

● The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored

for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.

indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

To AC outlet

DC OUT

terminal

To DC in jack

AC Power

Adapter/Charger AA-V11EK

Core Filter

DC cord

To car's cigarette

lighter socket

Car Battery Charger/Adapter

BH-V3E (optional)

USING A CAR BATTERY

USING AC POWER

Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter

(connect as shown in the above illustration).

Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in

the above illustration).

NOTES:

● When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.

● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can

also be used to charge the battery pack.

● When using the optional Car Battery Charger,

refer to the respective instruction booklet.

● The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features

automatic voltage selection in the AC range from

110 V to 240 V.

● When using the provided DC cord, make sure

you connect the end of the cable with the core

filter to the camcorder. The core filter improves

performance of equipment.

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

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

NOTE:

See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 2) for information

on safe handling of lithium batteries.

Date/Time Setting

NEAR

SELECT MODE

First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the

PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except

AUTO LOCK.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

MENU FAR

SELECT FUNCTION

Press – to move the highlight bar down to “DATE/

TIME”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time

screen appears.

SET DATE/TIME

Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set

begins blinking, then press + or – until the correct

setting appears.

•If you decide you want to return the date and time

to the previous settings, press FAR or NEAR to

move the highlight bar to “CANCEL”, then press

MENU.

•If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5.

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

START CLOCK OPERATION

Once you’ve set the date and time, press FAR or

NEAR until “SET” begins to blink, then press MENU.

The Menu screen reappears.

GAIN UP

S.LX

OFF

TELE MACRO

Menu Screen

CLOSE MENU

INTERVAL TIMER OFF

REC TIME

OFF

Press MENU.

JLIP ID NO.

SET CHARACTER

DATE/TIME

END :MENU KEY

NOTES:

● To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time

Insert” (੬ pg. 26).

● If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (30. 2., 31. 6.,

etc.) and perform step 5, “INPUT ERROR” appears

blinking at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or

NEAR to input the correct number.

Set Time and

Date Screen

1.1.00

SET

12:00

CANCEL

Date

Day/Month/Year

Time

24-hour indication

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Tape Length Setting

T30•45•60 tape length select button

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape

used.

SET TAPE LENGTH

Press T30•45•60 until the required indication

SP-LP recording

mode button

appears in the LCD monitor or the veiwfinder. T30 =

30 minutes of recording time, T45 = 45 minutes,

and T60 = 60 minutes (in SP).

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 15) displayed in the

LCD monitor or the viewfinder is correct only if the

correct tape length has been selected.

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

SET RECORDING MODE

Press SP•LP button. “SP” (Standard Play) provides

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

higher picture and sound quality and is better for

dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is more economi-

cal, providing twice the recording time.

Tape length indicator

NOTE:

T30

T45

T60

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the

playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

Recording mode indicator

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitor

to an angle of over 45 degrees.

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force

to open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure the label is facing outward.

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and

locked.

CLOSE LCD MONITOR

First make sure the holder is closed. Then close the

LCD monitor.

Turn to take

up slack.

Erase Protection

Gear

NOTES:

● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is

still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.

● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power

supply is attached.

● 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.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Grip Adjustment

Power zoom lever

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate

the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom

lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Recording Start/Stop button

Viewfinder Adjustment

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

(see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

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”.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

ATTACH STRAP

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap

through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back

and thread it through the keeper 2, and then

through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to

attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,

making sure the strap isn’t twisted.

ADJUST LENGTH

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then

slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to

prevent slipping 2.

Tripod Mounting

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

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.

RECORDING Basic Recording

NOTE:

LENS COVER Switch

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

● Power (੬ pg. 6)

● Tape Length Setting (੬ pg. 10)

● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 10)

● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 12)

LOAD A CASSETTE

First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD

monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees.

Press 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.

POWER

Start/Stop

button

Shooting while watching the viewfinder

Power indicator

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open

the lens cover, then set the power switch to

CAMERA.

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder

enters the Record–Standby mode.

•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the

viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”

superimposed upon it.

START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,

and “^REC” appears in the viewfinder.

Tally lamp

Tape remaining time indicator

STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop

recording.

25MIN

*---MIN

(Now calculating)

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby

mode.

120MIN

119MIN

NOTES:

● When the power switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD

monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, the

LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches

off automatically to save power.

● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply

is attached.

● There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the

holder opens. Do not use force.

● The tape’s remaining time is displayed in the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder as shown.

3MIN

2MIN (Blinking)

1MIN (Blinking)

0MIN (Blinking)

● The indicated 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 (੬ 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.

● While shooting, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove

some indications from the screen (੬ pg. 47).

● If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes

without performing Zoom or any other operations, the

camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the

Power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then back to

“CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.

● If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the

Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5

minutes, recording may not start immediately.

● If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use

the RETAKE function (੬ pg. 18) to find the end of the

last recording so you don’t erase any of it.

● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds

when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is

closed.

Start/Stop button

DISPLAY button

● While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.

Tally lamp

RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.)

Shooting while watching the LCD monitor

Before the following steps, perform step 1 (੬ pg. 14).

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

LENS COVER

Switch

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Slide the

LENS COVER open/close switch to open the lens

cover, then set the power switch to CAMERA.

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder

enters the Record–Standby mode.

•The scene you’re aimed at appears in the LCD

monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed

upon it.

POWER

Start/Stop

Power indicator

START SHOOTING

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best

viewability (੬ pg. 17) and press the Recording

Start/Stop button.

MONITOR

OPEN

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,

and “^REC” appears in the LCD monitor.

STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop

recording.

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby

mode.

Tape remaining time indicator

25MIN

*---MIN

(Now calculating)

NOTES:

●

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct

sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this

happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder

(੬ pg. 14).

120MIN

119MIN

●

For other notes, refer to pg. 15.

3MIN

2MIN (Blinking)

1MIN (Blinking)

0MIN (Blinking)

Tally lamp

Journalistic shooting

In some situations different angles of shooting may be

required for more dramatic results.

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.

TILT LCD MONITOR

Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient

direction.

•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle

(270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).

Self-recording

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in

the LCD monitor.

TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD

Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180

degrees so that it faces forward.

START RECORDING

Point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

•During self-recording, the monitor image and

indications do not appear inverted as they would

when viewing a mirror.

Brightness control

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by

turning the BRIGHT dial.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

If you want to brighten the image...

Turn the dial towards “+”.

If you want to darken the image...

Turn the dial towards “–”.

BRIGHT dial

RECORDING Basic Features

FEATURE:

Zooming

PURPOSE:

Varies the focal length of the lens

and produces the zoom in/out effect.

Zoom-in

OPERATION:

Zoom In

1) Push the power zoom lever down

towards “T”.

Zoom Out

1) Push the lever up towards “W”.

● The further the power zoom lever

is pushed, the faster the zoom

speed becomes.

Zoom-out

NOTES:

Zoom indicator

● Focusing may become unstable

during zooming. In this case, set

the zoom while in Record–

Standby, set manual focus or Focus

Lock (੬ pgs. 22, 23), then zoom

in or out in Record mode.

RETAKE (R/F)

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

Quick Review

To check the end of the last record-

ing.

OPERATION:

1) Press “ ” and release quickly

during the Record–Standby mode.

•Tape is rewound for about 2

seconds and played back

automatically, then pauses in

Record–Standby mode for the

next shot.

Power zoom lever

NOTE:

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” fast-forwards the tape

and pressing “R” reverses it.

3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start

recording.

NOTE:

Noise may appear during Retake.

This is normal.

Video Light (GR-AXM30 only)

When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the

scene by using the built-in video light.

SET VIDEO LIGHT

Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required.

1 _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.

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

•The video light can only be used with the

camcorder’s power on.

•It is recommended to set the white balance

(੬ pg. 27) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the

video light.

•When not using the video light, turn it off to save

battery power.

NOTES:

● Even if the battery indicator (

) does not blink in the

LCD monitor or the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s

charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automati-

cally 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”:

•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.

•While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode

(੬ pg. 21) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the Twilight mode (੬ pg. 21) is engaged, the

light will not activate.

DANGER

•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.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot for some time.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm.

between the video light and people or objects.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

•It is recommended that you consult your nearest

JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

RECORDING Advanced Features

Programme AE With Special Effects

1 second later, the mode is activated.

All you have to do to access any of the variety of

After 1 sec.

shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial.

SEPIA

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbol

of the function you want is aligned with the mark.

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are

displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder for

approx. 1 second. Then the name disappears, and

only the indication remains. The mode is acti-

vated.

•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

(੬ pg. 24) is used in the Sepia mode.

Mark

● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed

Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.

● In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture

colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by

alternating discharge-type light sources such as

flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.

PROGRAM AE

select dial

Dial

LCD monitor/

Dial

LCD monitor/

Mode

Electronic Fog Filter

symbol Viewfinder indication

FG:FOG

LOCK

AUTO LOCK

Auto Mode Lock

Electronic Fog Filter

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing

incorrect operation due to accidental button

pressing during shooting.

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an

external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the

image and gives it a “fancy“ look.

•In this mode the following controls are disabled;

FADE, WIDE, TITLE, DISPLAY, M.W.B (Manual

White Balance), Manual Focus, Focus Lock,

Exposure Control and MENU

ND:ND EFFECT 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.

Auto Mode

Release

RELEASE

AUTO RELEASE

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto

Mode Lock.

Dial

LCD monitor/

Dial

LCD monitor/

Mode

symbol Viewfinder indication

SEPIA

Sepia

SPORTS

Sports

Sepia

Sports

The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted

(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of

an older movie. Use together with Wide (੬ pg. 24)

for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood

movie.

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving

action.

1/1000 sec.

1/1000

1/2000

S 1/1000

S 1/2000

High Speed Shutter

1/2000 sec.

TWILIGHT Twilight

High Speed Shutter

Twilight

High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more

natural and dramatic. The following happens when

Twilight mode is selected:

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “ ” (outdoor mode), but

can also be manually changed to another mode

(੬ pg. 27).

•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 (੬ pg. 23).

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best

available picture quality, but you can override and make

the adjustment manually.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

BRIGHTEN IMAGE

Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level

indicator appears in the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Exposure Level Indicator

OR . . .

DARKEN IMAGE

Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level

indicator appears in the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

To brighten the image

When you want to return to the factory setting . . .

RESTORE INITIAL SETTING

–

Press + and – simultaneously. The standard setting is

immediately restored and the Exposure level

indicator disappears.

To darken the image

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Focusing

Auto Focus

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):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

Focus

detection zone

NEAR

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in

brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour

wall, or a clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical

patterns that are regularly repeated.

FAR

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast

background.

* The low-contrast warning “

monitor or the viewfinder.

” appears in the LCD

Focus Lock

This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially

helpful in the following situations:

•When things pass between your subject and the

camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your

subject in before recording.

PROGRAM AE select dial

•When you want your subject to be focused, and to

appear in a corner of the screen. First, centre on the

subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then engage

the focus lock function and move the camcorder until

the subject is where you want it.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

NOTES:

LOCK FOCUS

● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate

focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean,

wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets

dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with

a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.

● When shooting a subject close to the lens,

zoom-out first (੬ pg. 18). If zoomed-in in

the auto focus mode, the camcorder could

automatically zoom out depending on the

distance between the camcorder and the

subject. When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 29) is

activated, the camcorder will not zoom out

automatically.

Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “

”

appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

RELEASE FOCUS LOCK

Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock

indication disappears.

Manual Focus

FAR

NEAR

NOTE:

You should already have made the necessary viewfinder

adjustments (੬ pg. 12). If you haven’t, do so before

continuing.

SELECT MODE

Power zoom lever

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

ADJUST FOCUS

To farther subject . . .

Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications

“

” appear and “ ” blinks.

Go to step 3.

To nearer subject . . .

Press and hold NEAR. The Manual Focus indications

PROGRAM AE select dial

“

” appear and “ ” blinks.

Go to step 3.

LOCK FOCUS

Release FAR or NEAR. The focus indication is

replaced by the focus lock indication “

adjusted focus is locked in.

” and the

RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE

Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The Manual

Focus mode is immediately released and the focus

lock indication disappears.

NOTES:

● 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, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Fader

FADE IN

This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to black

blank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and

fade-out works at recording end or when you enter

Record–Standby mode.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

FADE OUT

except AUTO LOCK.

Function indication

SELECT FUNCTION

FADE

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

” appears.

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

FADE

ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE

Press SET to engage the Fade–Standby mode.

The Fade-Standby indication “FADE” is displayed.

Fade-Standby

indication

SET button

SEL. button

START RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and

activate fade-in.

OR . . .

END RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and

engage fade-out.

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 (੬ pg. 21).

● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 20)

engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.

Wide

This feature allows you to record black bars at the top

and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like

“wide-screen” effect.

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

WIDE

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

” appears.

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

PressSET.

Wide mode

RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN

WIDE

Press SET again while “

” appears.

Instant Titles

SEL. button

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can

superimpose one of them or a previously stored title as

shown in the illustration to the left.

SET button

NEAR

MENU button

FAR

DISPLAY

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

Engage the Record-Standby mode (੬ pg. 14) then

press SEL. repeatedly until “ TITLE ” appears.

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

SELECT PRESET TITLE

Press SET to cycle through the preset titles until the

desired title is displayed.

TITLE

PROGRAM AE

select dial

NOTES:

● To delete the Instant Title during recording, press SET.

● To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and

then press SET to select the desired title.

Title indication

No indication

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

OUR FAMILY

Character Generator

You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

MOVIE STAR

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

PARTY TIME

MERRY CHRISTMAS

WEDDING DAY

CONGRATULATIONS

ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU

Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “SET

CHARACTER”, then press NEAR. The Character Set

menu appears.

The characters you have

set using Character

Generator

INPUT CHARACTERS

GAIN UP

S.LX

OFF

Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to the

TELE MACRO

desired character, then press MENU. The selected

INTERVAL TIMER OFF

REC TIME

OFF

characters appear at the bottom of the screen. Repeat as

many times as desired (max. 18).

JLIP ID NO.

SET CHARACTER

DATE/TIME

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

•To select the location of the next character, press +, –,

FAR or NEAR to highlight the row of squares at the

bottom of the screen, then press FAR or NEAR to

make the desired location blink. Press + when you’re

done, and the pointer returns to the character grid.

END :MENU KEY

SET : MENU KEY

’

ࡖ

–

END CHARACTER SETTING

L I

L I KE YOU

ࡖ

Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make “END” blink, then

END

CLEAR

END

CLEAR

press MENU twice to return to the normal screen.

NOTES:

● To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make “CLEAR” blink by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR, then press

MENU. All characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase selected characters only, first move the pointer to the row

of squares by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR to highlight them. Press FAR or NEAR to make the desired character

blink, then press +, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to “ ” in the top left corner. Press MENU.

● To display the characters you have set — “Instant Title” or “Date/Time/Character Insert” (੬ pg. 26).

● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby mode.

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Date/Time Character Insert

This feature allows you to display date, time and characters

in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected

colour monitor, record them manually or automatically, and

even make your own titles.

SET

SEL.

NOTE:

You should already have performed the Date/Time

Setting procedure (੬ pg. 9). If you haven’t, do so before

continuing.

DISPLAY

SELECT MODE

LCD monitor

or viewfinder

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

DISP.

PROGRAM AE

select dial

SELECT DISPLAY

DISP.

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

” appears.

CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE

Date-off mode

Character Generator

Auto Date Record mode

Date display

Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through

the modes as shown in the illustration to the left.

Date/Time display

NOTES:

● The selected display can be recorded.

● If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off

mode before shooting.

Auto Date Record mode

● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press

SET.

● If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the

Record–Standby mode and then select the desired

display mode using SET.

AUTO DATE

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Auto date record

mode

Auto date record

executed

AUTO DATE RECORD

Your camcorder automatically records the date for about

5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following

situations:

•After changing the date.

•After loading a cassette.

Date display

Date/Time display

•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing

SET.

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In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with

“AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.

Character Generator

NOTES:

● Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the

auto date record mode, and disables all other modes.

● In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes

while you’re shooting, the date indication is recorded for

about 5 seconds from that point. It is not recorded

during any other recordings made on that day.

SET CHAR

IN PARIS, FRANCE

No Characters

stored

Example of stored

characters

Manual White Balance Adjustment

(M.W.B.)

This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system

senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for

automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise

colour adjustment is not possible under the following

conditions:

SET

SEL.

•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.

•When a predominantly red or brown object is being

shot outdoors.

In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters

for white balance adjustment.

LCD monitor

SELECT MODE

or viewfinder

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

M.W.B.

PROGRAM AE

select dial

MWB

SELECT FUNCTION

M.W.B.

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

” appears.

No indication

MWB

(Auto)

SELECT WHITE BALANCE

White balance

mode indicator

Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the

required indication appears in the LCD monitor or

the viewfinder.

“MWB” .... With a memorized personal White

Balance setting (see below)

“

” ......... Outdoors on sunny day

” ........Outdoors on cloudy day

” ......... Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp

MWB

MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject’s light

source so you can shoot with natural colours that are

unaffected by surroundings, even when there are

multiple subjects with different colour temperatures.

NOTES:

SELECT MODE

● To switch to automatic white balance

adjustment, press SET until the indication

disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE select

dial to “AUTO LOCK”.

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except 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 PRO-

GRAM AE select dial’s position has been

changed.

● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in

front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST

FOCUS”), this unit makes its colour tempera-

ture standard for automatic white balance. So

you can enjoy shooting with different colours.

For example, when adjusting with red, blue or

yellow colours, the image becomes the colour

which aproximates to green, orange or purple

respectively.

ADJUST FOCUS

Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a

sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually

(੬ pg. 23).

ADJUST WHITE BALANCE

Press SET until “MWB” appears, then press and hold

SET for more than 3 seconds.

•“MWB” blinks in the LCD monitor or the view-

finder during adjustment, then stops blinking but

stays lit when adjustment is complete.

● Manual White Balance Adjustment is not

possible when the PROGRAM AE dial is set to

SEPIA (੬ pg. 21).

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

FAR

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,

on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more

detailed camcorder settings.

NEAR

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

SELECT FUNCTION

Press + or – to place the highlight bar on the desired

function.

MAKE SETTING

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

The setting procedure depends on the function you

select.

If you select GAIN UP, TELE MACRO, INTERVAL

TIMER, REC TIME or JLIP ID NO. . . .

.... press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices

until the desired setting appears.

If you select SET CHARACTER or DATE/TIME, . . .

.... press NEAR to access the selection menu for

each function (SET CHARACTER – ੬ pg. 25;

DATE/TIME – ੬ pg. 9).

GAIN UP

S.LX

OFF

TELE MACRO

INTERVAL TIMER OFF

REC TIME

OFF

JLIP ID NO.

SET CHARACTER

DATE/TIME

END :MENU KEY

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.

GAIN UP

NORM

TELE MACRO

INTERVAL TIMER 1MIN

REC TIME

1/2S

JLIP ID NO.

NOTE:

SET CHARACTER

DATE/TIME

The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.

END :MENU KEY

PAUSE

If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has

been changed from the factory settings, this

mark appears.

GAIN UP

S.LX

To record a subject in a dark lit environment. When it is more

convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if

the picture becomes slightly coarse. Automatically selected

when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK

mode. (S.LX: Super LoLux)

NORM

OFF

To record a subject in a dimly lit environment. When it is

more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although

the subject becomes slightly dark.

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

adjustment.

TELE MACRO

OFF

Usually set to this position.

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus

depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a

distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus

at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you

can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of

approx. 60 cm.

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of

focus.

OFF

15 S

INTERVAL TIMER

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer

(੬ pg. 30) and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 31).

30 S

1 MIN

5 MIN

OFF

1/4 S

1/2 S

1 S

REC TIME

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation

and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 31).

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.

JLIP ID NO.

SET CHARACTER

DATE/TIME

Allows you to input characters. (੬ pg. 25).

Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 9).

= Factory setting and when the PROGRAM AE Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK

NOTE:

During shooting in low light, Auto Focus accuracy may decrease even when Gain Up is used. In this case,

use Manual Focus (੬ pg. 23).

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Self-Timer

FAR

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

camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.

NEAR

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode

before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

SET INTERVAL TIME

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

“INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR to

cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired

time appears. Choose from “15S”, “30S”, “1MIN”,

“5MIN”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.

PROGRAM AE select dial

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU.

START DELAYED RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button. The tally lamp

begins blinking, and the blinking frequency

increases about 5 seconds before recording is to

start. Once recording begins, the lamp stops

blinking but stays lit.

Tally lamp

Interval Timer Indicator

To Release Self-Timer . . .

..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording

Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set

“INTERVAL TIMER” to “OFF”.

Rec Time Indicator

1MIN

1/2S

LCD monitor or viewfinder

GAIN UP

TELE MACRO

S.LX

OFF

INTERVAL TIMER OFF

REC TIME

OFF

JLIP ID NO.

SET CHARACTER

DATE/TIME

END :MENU KEY

1/2S

1/4S

OFF

5MIN

1MIN

30S

15S

OFF

Animation

Time-Lapse

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.

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.

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 PROGRAM AE select dial to any

position except AUTO LOCK, then press

MENU.

position except AUTO LOCK, then press

MENU.

SET RECORDING TIME

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

“REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

through the choices. Stop when the desired

time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”,

“1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.

Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

RECORDINGS

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

“INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR

to cycle through the choices. Stop when the

desired time appears. Choose from “15S”,

“30S”, “1MIN”, “5MIN”, or select to turn the

function “OFF”.

START RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button after

focusing on the subject. The recording stops

automatically after the selected period of time.

SET RECORDING TIME

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to

“REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

through the choices. Stop when the desired

time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”,

“1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.

Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF

PICTURES

Repeat step 3 for the desired number of

pictures.

START TIME-LAPSE

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

RECORDING

Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.

Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

Recording and intervals alternate

automatically.

NOTES:

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,

set “REC TIME” and “INTERVAL TIMER” in the

Menu screen to “OFF”. To release when the

tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording

Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set

“INTERVAL TIMER” and “REC TIME” in the

Menu screen to “OFF”.

● 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.

PLAYBACK Basic Playback

LOAD A CASSETTE

First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD

monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. Press EJECT

to open the cassette holder, then insert the cassette

with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the

holder is closed and locked.

SELECT MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Then set

the power switch to PLAY. The Power On indicator

lights.

POWER

PLAYBACK

PLAY/PAUSE

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in

STOP DISPLAY

the LCD monitor.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP.

REW

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape

Speaker

during Stop mode.

Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor

To brighten the image, turn the BRIGHT dial towards “+”.

To darken the image, turn the dial towards “–”.

Speaker volume control

You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the

VOLUME dial.

BRIGHT

VOLUME

ADJUST VOLUME

Recording mode indicator

If you want to turn up the volume...

Turn the dial towards “+”.

If you want to turn down the volume...

Turn the dial towards “–”.

Tape running indicator

M-1:23:45

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/

Forward Search

: Rewind/Reverse

NOTES:

● 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.

6 : Still Playback

Tape counter

● When the power switch is set to PLAY and the LCD

monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more,

the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder

switches off automatically to save power.

● When the LCD monitor is turned off, sound is not

heard from the speaker.

LCD Monitor in Retracted Position

● The playback picture can also be viewed in the

viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut) or on a

connected TV (੬ pg. 34). Camcorder operation is the

same as described in this section.

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and retracted.

● During playback, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove all

indications from the screen.

PLAYBACK Features

STOP

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

Manual Tracking

To eliminate noise bars that appear

on the screen during playback.

OPERATION:

NOTES:

1) Press either +/– button as many

times as necessary for best picture.

● To reset TRACKING to the original

preset, press both + and – buttons

simultaneously.

REW

PLAY/PAUSE

● Manual Tracking may not work

with tapes recorded on other VCRs

or camcorders.

COUNTER R/M

FEATURE:

Still Playback

PURPOSE:

OPERATION:

To pause during playback.

1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during

playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press

PLAY/PAUSE again.

NOTE:

Noise bars appear and pictures may

become monochrome during Still

Playback. This is normal.

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

Shuttle Search

To allow high-speed search in either

direction.

OPERATION:

Forward Search

1) Press FF during playback.

Reverse Search

1) Press REW during playback.

NOTE:

Noise bars appear and pictures may

become monochrome or darken in

Shuttle Search. This is normal.

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

Counter Memory Function

To make it easier to locate a specific

tape segment.

OPERATION:

1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for

more than 2 seconds. The counter

resets to “0:00:00”.

2) Press COUNTER R/M 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.

NOTES:

● 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 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.

To AUDIO and

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR

When

VIDEO connectors

As shown in the illustration to the left, connect the

connecting the

cables, open

Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and

VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on

the VCR.

Audio and Video

cables (optional)

the jack cover.

SUPPLY POWER

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

To AUDIO and

VIDEO IN

connectors

If your TV/VCR

has the SCART

connector, use

the provided

SELECT MODE

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV

to its VIDEO mode.

cable adapter.

VCR

Connection To A TV With A/V Input

Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Antenna

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 connectors on the camcorder and those on

the TV.

To AUDIO, VIDEO

and RF DC OUT

connectors

SELECT MODE

Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in

its instructions).

RF unit RF-V5E

(optional)

NOTES:

● It 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.

● If 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.

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.

PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter

Cassette Adapter

Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded

with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS

video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery

powered and automatically performs tape loading and

unloading.

INSERT BATTERY

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install

one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the

illustration to the left. Then reattach the cover.

VCR

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

door, then insert the cassette and close the

compartment door.

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 at left, push up

and remove the cassette.

Sliding latch

Reels

Compact video 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.

Recording safety hole

EDITING

Tape Dubbing

PLAY/PAUSE

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

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot

just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press

PAUSE on the camcorder.

To AUDIO and

VIDEO OUT

connectors

When connecting

the cables, open

the jack cover.

START EDITING

Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s

Record mode.

Audio and Video

cable (optional)

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

PAUSE on the camcorder.

To AUDIO and

VIDEO IN

connectors

If your TV/VCR

has the SCART

connector, use

the provided

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

cable adapter.

VCR (Recording deck)

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

Random Assemble Editing

[R.A.Edit]

Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is

installed in the remote control RM-V704U or RM-V700U

(੬ pg. 40).

Create edited videos easily using your

camcorder as the source player. You can select

up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any

order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily

performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand

Remote, RM-V704U or RM-V700U) is set to

operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR

CODE LIST), but can also be performed by

operating the VCR manually.

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to

the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR

SET, and press button (A) and then (B).

•The code is automatically set once you release the

MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.

•The MBR is provided with the GR-AXM30

and is available optionally for the

GR-AXM20.

OPERATE THE VCR

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.

MBR SET

VCR CTL

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and

those of many other makers, it may not work with yours

or may offer limited functions.

MBR:

RM-V704U or

RM-V700U

NOTES:

VCR CODE LIST

● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try

another code from the chart.

VCR BRAND BUTTONS

● Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In

this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

● If the MBR is not able to control the VCR, use the

controls on the VCR.

NAME

(A) (B)

NAME

(A) (B)

AKAI

2ꢀ

4ꢀ

PHILIPS

9ꢀ

5ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

2ꢀ

3ꢀ

● The MBR cannot be used to operate the GR-AXM20.

BLAUPUNKT

FERGUSON

MAKE CONNECTIONS

7ꢀ

8ꢀ

CONNECT TO . . .

ꢀ

GRUNDIG

HITACHI

4ꢀ

SANYO

6ꢀ

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL

6ꢀ

SELECO,

REX

1ꢀ

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE

terminal.

JVC

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

SHARP

5ꢀ

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH

R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR

5ꢀ

`ꢀ

9ꢀ

1ꢀ

SONY

MITSUBISHI

7ꢀ

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

NEC

7ꢀ

VCR OTHER THAN TYPE OR

ꢀ

THOMSON,

TELEFUNKEN,

SABA,

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

7ꢀ

Connect the editing cable to the MBR's Pause-In

jack.

PANASONIC

3ꢀ

7ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

NORDMENDE

All other connections are as shown in the illustration

on page 38.

TOSHIBA

9ꢀ

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

EDITING (cont.)

PREPARE CAMCORDER

Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to

“PLAY”.

PREPARE VCR

REW/FF

STOP

PLAY/PAUSE

Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and

engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).

IN/OUT

CANCEL R.A. EDIT

SELECT SCENES

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER

DISPLAY

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the

counter display appears in the viewfinder and the

screen of the connected TV.

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.

Open the cover

To AUDIO

and VIDEO

out connectors

To J terminal

(JLIP)

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.

Editing cable*

(ø3.5 mini-plug

cable)

Audio and

Video cable

(optional)

To AUDIO

and VIDEO IN

connectors

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene

(as many as 8).

A B

To Remote

PAUSE

MAKE CORRECTIONS

If your TV/VCR

has the SCART

connector, use

the provided

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

most recently registered point.

To Pause-In

cable adapter.

NOTES:

● For GR-AXM30 only: The MBR can be used to operate

other camcorder functions as well. Point the MBR at the

camcorder’s remote sensor and press any of the following

buttons (function appears in parentheses):

— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)

VCR (Recording deck)

— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)

— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)

MBR*

● There must be at least one second between an in-point and

IN/OUT

its corresponding out-point.

CANCEL

● 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.

● If 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 R.A.EDIT clears all in- and out-points from

memory.

● Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to

ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

VCR REC STBY

ON/OFF

* Provided with GR-AXM30

only, optional for GR-AXM20

OUT

ᮣ 1 0:00:25

0:00:25

0:03:18

0:02:33

0:01:05

0:03:31

0:02:53

ᮣ 4 0:04:11

COUNTER

TOTAL

0:00:25

0:00:00

COUNTER

TOTAL

0:04:11

0:01:13

ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

OUT

IN OUT

OUT

ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE

MODE

Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared

sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually

engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

EDITED TAPE (VCR)

STOP

BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING

Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously

selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the

specified order.

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.

Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit

counter display disappear, press R.A. EDIT.

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the

editing cable and the audio/video cable.

EDIT

R.A. EDIT

NOTES:

● If you performed step 1

on page 37 (“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.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL

Using the MBR, it is also possible to perform deck-to-deck

Random Assemble Editing. The playback deck must be an

AV OUT

Player (JVC VCR)

R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The recording deck can be...

Ⅲ a VCR other than JVC, or

Ⅲ a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an

R.A. EDIT connector

Editing cable*

R.A.EDIT (3.5 ø -3.5 ø)

How to use:

AV IN

Recording deck

— Connect the playback deck and MBR as shown on the

left.

— Set the MBR to correspond to the brand of the recording

deck. (੬ P. 37)

— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to

the instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as

the playback deck.

PAUSE IN

Notes:

Ⅲ MBR cannot be used to control the playback deck.

Ⅲ MBR is capable of controlling basic operations of the

recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY,

STOP, PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not

possible with some brands and models). Other buttons

cannot be used.

MBR*

* Provided with GR-AXM30,

optional for GR-AXM20

Ⅲ To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use

the controls on the recording deck itself.

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AXM30 only)

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic

operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional

recording functions possible.

NOTE:

The remote controls cannot operate GR-AXM20.

Installing The Battery

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

Type

: Pull out while sliding the lock hole.

: Pinch the release tab and pull out.

INSERT BATTERY

Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert the lithium

battery (CR2025)* into the battery holder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit,

and push the holder until it clicks into place.

* Read the caution concerning lithium batteries

(੬ pg. 2).

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

(provided with GR-AXM30 only

)

Release

tab

Lock hole

FUNCTIONS

BUTTONS

With the camcorder’s power switch

set to “CAMERA”.

With the camcorder’s power switch

set to “PLAY”.

1 PAUSE IN Connector

—

੬ pg. 38

2 Infrared beam

Transmits the beam signal.

transmitting window

3 MBR SET Button

4 INT. TIME Button

5 REC TIME Button

6 FF Button

7 REW Button

8 PAUSE Button

9 PLAY Button

—

Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 41)

Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 41)

Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 18)

Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 18)

—

੬ pg. 37

—

FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 33)

Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 33)

Pause (੬ pg. 33)

—

Playback start (੬ pg. 32)

0 START/STOP Button

! VISS Button

@ ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom (invariable speed, ੬ pg. 18)

Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.

Index Code marking (੬ pg. 41)

—

# VCR CTL Button

$ A.DUB Button

% STOP Button

^ INSERT Button

& R.A.EDIT Buttons

—

੬ pg. 37

Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 43)

Stop (੬ pg. 32)

Insert Editing (੬ pg. 42)

੬ pg. 38

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

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.

OPERATION:

Self-Timer

1) Set

Transmitted beam

effective area

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3

on pg. 30 (“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).

15°

Remote sensor

(GR-AXM30 only)

15°

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.

2) Release

Instead of setting “INTERVAL TIMER” to

“OFF” in the Menu, press INT. TIME on

the remote control until the Interval

Timer indicator disappears.

Animation

1) Set

Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on

pg. 31 (“Animation”), press REC TIME

on the remote control. Each time REC

TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator

appears, changing in the following

order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No indication

(off).

Index Code Marking

Interval

Timer Indicator

2) Release

INDEX

1MIN

1/2S

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on

pg. 31, press REC TIME on the remote

control until the Rec Time indicator

disappears.

Rec Time Indicator

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

Time-Lapse

1) Set

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3

on pg. 31 (“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 and No indication

(off).

2) Release

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on

pg. 31, press INT. TIME and REC TIME

on the remote control until the

indicators disappear.

NOTE:

Also refer to pgs. 30 and 31.

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

Index Code Marking

To give you automatic access to any

selected point on a recording.

START/STOP

VISS

OPERATION:

1) Press VISS once to place the index

code. “INDEX” blinks in the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder during

marking.

INT. TIME

REC TIME

NOTE:

If VISS is pressed during Record–

Standby mode, the mark is placed

where START/STOP is pressed.

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

(provided with GR-AXM30 only)

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AXM30 only) (cont.)

Insert Editing

COUNTER R/M

You can record a new scene into a previously recorded

tape, replacing a section of the original recording with

minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The

original audio remains unchanged.

NOTE:

Use the RM-V704U or RM-V700U remote control unit to

perform this procedure.

SELECT MODE

Set the Power switch to “PLAY”.

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

Play back the tape, locate the Edit-out point and press

PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

RESET COUNTER

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than

2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press again

for less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in

the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

POWER

Tape Counter

M-1:23:45

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Insert editing

indicator

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 Edit-

in point where the new scene should start.

LCD monitor or

viewfinder

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing

INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert

mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is

aimed at appears on the screen.

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches

“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the

camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

END INSERT EDITING

Press STOP.

START/STOP

REW

PLAY

NOTES:

● When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor

fully opened, the original audio will be heard from the

speaker.

PAUSE

INSERT

● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 18) can be performed.

● The tape may stop slightly before or after the

designated end point, and noise bars may appear.

Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing

mode.

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

(provided with GR-AXM30 only)

Audio Dubbing

Audio dubbing indicator

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape

(normal audio only).

LCD monitor

or viewfinder

M-0:05:20

** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure

(੬ pg. 42) before continuing.

•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.

Microphone

END AUDIO DUBBING

Press STOP.

REW

PLAY

A. DUB

PAUSE

NOTES:

● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or

the edit points will not be accurate.

● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s

volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

RM-V704U or RM-V700U

(provided with GR-AXM30 only)

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 with the recording safety tab

removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

● Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio

Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.

● 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.

USER MAINTENANCE

After Use

LENS COVER

open/close switch

Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the

camcorder.

Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove

the cassette.

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

PUSH.

Close and lock the LCD monitor.

Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.

Set to “POWER OFF”.

BATT. RELEASE

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close

the lens cover.

PUSH

EJECT

Cleaning The Camcorder

CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Slide MONITOR OPEN to open the LCD monitor

and wipe gently with soft cloth. Be careful not to

damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

Remove.

MONITOR OPEN

CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with

lens cleaning paper.

REMOVE EYEPIECE

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Marks

Remove dust using a blower brush.

RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

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

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

POWER

No power is supplied.

● The battery pack has not been attached correctly

(੬ pg. 6).

● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 6).

● The power supply has not been correctly connected

(੬ pg. 7).

The power suddenly goes off and

doesn’t come back on by itself.

● The battery pack has completely discharged.

● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,

then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If

it still doesn’t come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

● The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing. Cover

the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have sliding

tabs. In this case, check the position of the tab.)

Recording does not start.

● The camcorder Power switch has not been set to “CAM-

ERA” (੬ pg. 14).

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there’s no

playback picture.

● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.

● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV switch has

not been set to VIDEO.

● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.

Noise bars appear in the playback

picture.

● Manual Tracking has not been performed (੬ pg. 33).

Playback picture is blurred or

interrupted.

● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your

nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

The counter indication is blurred

during Still playback.

● This is normal.

TAPE TRANSPORT

The tape stops during fast-forward

or rewind.

● The Counter Memory Function has been activated

(੬ pg. 33).

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot

be performed.

● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

OTHER

The tape won’t eject.

● The battery pack is running low.

● If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees, EJECT

switch does not function.

Some functions are not available.

● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.

Vertical white lines appear when

shooting a very bright object.

● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the

camcorder.

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear

in the LCD monitor and the

viewfinder.

● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of

the camcorder.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to

be hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the

power switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.

Coloured bright spots appear all

over the LCD monitor.

● The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology.

However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or

blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These

spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any

defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)

The indicators and the picture colour

on the LCD monitor are not clear.

● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD

monitor is pressed.

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder

and the lens have become dirty (ex.

fingerprints).

● Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Gently wipe the LCD

monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the

stain and it won’t come out easily.

The picture is blurred in the Quick

Review or Retake mode.

● This is normal while recording in the LP mode. Some noise

may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬ pg. 10).

An error number (i.e. E03) appears

in the LCD monitor or the view-

finder.

● 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 LCD monitor or the

viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The image is out of focus.

● The dioptre needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 12).

● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation

of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 22).

A character generator title and the

date and time displays disappear

from the LCD monitor or the

viewfinder.

● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while

the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make

sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting

the power source.

Even though the Lens Cover is open,

the Lens Cover Warning indicator

blinks.

● 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 LCD monitor/Viewfinder

1 * 2 * 3

6 *

% *

(

)

18MIN

DISP.

T30

REC SP

SEPIA

LENS COVER

–05

MWB

FADE

1MIN

PAUSE

INDEX

1/2S

TAPE END

MERRY CHR ISTMAS

25. 12. 97 10 : 24

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications

1 * Cassette Warning/Remaining

% * Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

Tape Time ......................................... ੬ pg. 15

When no cassette is inserted or when Erase

Protection tab is not in the position that allows

recording, the Cassette ( )Warning blinks.

Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is

displayed.

Changes as follows according to the battery

pack’s remaining power level:

“

”. When the power is

almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unit

shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully

charged one.

(Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened

squares —

that the battery pack is fully charged.)

2 * Recording Mode (SP/LP) Indicator .... ੬ pg. 10

— does not necessarily mean

3, 9 PROGRAM AE Indicator................ ੬ pg. 20

Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the

PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one

position to another. Then only the indicator

remains at 9.

^ Focus Indicator ................................... ੬ pg. 22

& Exposure Level Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 21

* White Balance Mode Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 27

( Menu Setting Change Indicator........... ੬ pg. 28

) Index Code Marking ........................... ੬ pg. 41

q Clock Warning

4 Program Manager Function

Indication ........................................... ੬ pg. 24

Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is

set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.

Displayed for about 5 seconds if the clock

(lithium) battery is not in place or is exhausted

when power is turned on. Also displayed for

about 5 seconds when clock battery becomes

exhausted while using the camcorder.

For inserting or replacing the clock

5 Lens Cover Warning ........................... ੬ pg. 15

6 * Tape Length Display ......................... ੬ pg. 10

7 Zoom Level Indicator.......................... ੬ pg. 18

8 Recording Indicator ............................ ੬ pg. 15

0 Fade–Standby Indicator ...................... ੬ pg. 24

battery ................................................ ੬ pg. 8

! Interval Time/Recording

w Condensation Warning

Time Indicator..................................... ੬ pg. 30

When this indication appears, all functions are

disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing the

power source) for a few hours, and when you

turn it on again the indicator should disappear.

@ Record–Standby Mode Indicator......... ੬ pg. 15

# Instant Title Display ............................ ੬ pg. 25

$ Date/Time Character Display .............. ੬ pg. 26

e Tape End Display ................................ ੬ pg. 15

Appears when the end of the tape is reached

during playback, recording or fast-forward.

* : During recording, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove indications marked with * from the screen.

INDEX Controls

7 9

y T Q R

(

)

r t

u o i p

^ &

Controls

Connectors

1 MONITOR OPEN Switch.................... ੬ pg. 16

y J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)

Connector.)

2 REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 32

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... ੬ pg. 18

3 FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 32

RETAKE F Button ................................ ੬ pg. 18

(Located beneath the jack cover)

• Connect the Editing Cable when performing

Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 38).

•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device

such as a personal computer.

For further detail consult your nearest JVC

dealer.

4 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 32

5 STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 32

6 SEL. Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 24

7 SET Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 24

8 Power Zoom Lever ............................ ੬ pg. 18

9 DISPLAY Button ................................. ੬ pg. 15

0 MENU Button .................................... ੬ pg. 28

u DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 7

The jacks i to p are located beneath the jack

cover.

i VIDEO OUT Jack ............................... ੬ pg. 34

o RF DC OUT Jack ................................ ੬ pg. 34

p AUDIO OUT Jack .............................. ੬ pg. 34

! Multi-Function Control

•Exposure +/– ................................... ੬ pg. 21

•Focus FAR/NEAR ............................. ੬ pg. 22

•Menu Setting Change ....................... ੬ pg. 28

•Tracking +/– .................................... ੬ pg. 33

Indicators

Q Tally Lamp ......................................... ੬ pg. 15

W Power On Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 15

@ PUSH Button ..................................... ੬ pg. 11

# EJECT Switch...................................... ੬ pg. 11

$ BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... ੬ pg. 6

% Dioptre Adjustment............................ ੬ pg. 12

^ Recording Start/Stop Button ................ ੬ pg. 15

& POWER Switch .............................. ੬ pg.15, 32

Other Parts

E Video Light (GR-AXM30 only) ............ ੬ pg. 19

R •Camera sensor

Be careful not to cover this area; built-in

here is the sensor necessary for shooting.

•Remote sensor (GR-AXM30 only)..... ੬ pg. 41

T Microphone ....................................... ੬ pg. 43

Y Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 13

U Clock Battery Compartment ................ ੬ pg. 8

I Battery Pack Mount ........................... ੬ pg. 6

O Electronic Viewfinder......................... ੬ pg. 12

P LENS COVER Switch ......................... ੬ pg. 14

a Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 12

* Recording Mode [SP/LP] Select

Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 10

R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ................... ੬ pg. 38

( R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button.................... ੬ pg. 38

) Tape Length [T30•45•60]

Select Button...................................... ੬ pg. 10

COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]

Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 33

q EDIT Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 39

w R.A.EDIT Button................................. ੬ pg. 38

e PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. ੬ pg. 20

r BRIGHT Dial ................................. ੬ pg.17, 32

t VOLUME Dial ................................... ੬ pg. 32

s VIDEO LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

(GR-AXM30 only) .............................. ੬ pg. 19

d Speaker .............................................. ੬ pg. 32

f Tripod Mounting Socket ......................੬ pg. 13

INDEX Terms

AC Power Adapter ................................. pg. 7

Animation Recording ............................. pg. 31, 41

Audio Dubbing ...................................... pg. 43

Auto Date Record .................................. pg. 26

Auto Focus ............................................ pg. 22

Auto Mode Lock Mode .......................... pg. 20

Auto Mode Release Mode ..................... pg. 20

Manual Focus ........................................ pg. 23

MBR Code Setting.................................. pg. 37

ND Effect Mode ..................................... pg. 20

Playback ................................................ pg. 32

Programme AE with Special Effects ........ pg. 20

Provided Accessories ............................. pg. 4

Battery Pack ........................................... pg. 6, 51

Brighten the Image................................. pg. 21

Quick Review ........................................ pg. 18

Car Battery............................................. pg. 7

Cassette Adapter .................................... pg. 35

Character Generator .............................. pg. 25

Charge Marker ....................................... pg. 7

Charging the Battery Pack ...................... pg. 6

Clock (Lithium) Battery .......................... pg. 8, 40

Connection to a VCR/TV ....................... pg. 34

Contents ................................................ cover page

Counter Memory ................................... pg. 33

Random Assemble Editing ..................... pg. 37–39

Recording, Advanced Features .............. pg. 20–31

Recording .............................................. pg. 14

Recording, Start/Stop ............................. pg. 15

Recording Mode Setting ........................ pg. 10

Recording-Standby ................................ pg. 15

Remote Control Unit.............................. pg. 40

Remove Cassette.................................... pg. 11

Retake.................................................... pg. 18

Rewind Tape .......................................... pg. 32

Darken the Image .................................. pg. 21

Date/Time/Character Insert .................... pg. 26

Date/Time Setting .................................. pg. 9

Discharge the Battery pack .................... pg. 6

Dioptre Adjust ....................................... pg. 12

Self-Timer .............................................. pg. 30, 41

Sepia Mode ........................................... pg. 21

Shoulder Strap Attachment .................... pg. 13

Shuttle Search ........................................ pg. 33

Specifications ........................................ pg. 54

Sports Mode .......................................... pg. 21

Still Playback ......................................... pg. 33

Electronic Fog Filter Mode ..................... pg. 20

Erase Protection ..................................... pg. 11

Exposure Control ................................... pg. 21

Tape Counter ......................................... pg. 32

Tape Dubbing ........................................ pg. 36

Tape Length Setting ................................ pg. 10

Time-Lapse Shooting.............................. pg. 31, 41

Tracking ................................................. pg. 33

Tripod Mounting .................................... pg. 13

Twilight Mode........................................ pg. 21

Fade-in/out ............................................ pg. 24

Fast-Forward Tape.................................. pg. 32

Focus Lock ............................................ pg. 22

Grip Adjustment .................................... pg. 12

High Speed Shutter Mode ...................... pg. 21

Video Light ............................................ pg. 19

Viewfinder Adjustment .......................... pg. 12

Index Code Marking .............................. pg. 41

Insert Cassette ........................................ pg. 11

Insert Editing .......................................... pg. 42

Instant Titles........................................... pg. 25

White Balance Adjustment .................... pg. 27

Wide Mode............................................ pg. 24

LCD monitor/Viewfinder, indications..... pg. 47

Zooming ................................................ pg. 18

Journalistic shooting .............................. pg. 17

CAUTIONS

Video Light

Battery Packs

•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not

touch it either while in operation or soon after

turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

between the video light and people or object.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

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 . . .

.... do not burn.

Terminals

.... do not short-circuit the terminals.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

.... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service

life . . .

.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

.... avoid repeated charging without fully

discharging.

.... charge in an environment where

temperatures are within the tolerances shown

in the chart below. This is a chemical

reaction type battery — cooler temperatures

impede chemical reaction, while warmer

temperatures can prevent complete charging.

.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure

to high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.

.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.

.... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current

even when switched off.

General Battery Precautions

•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.

•Use only the following battery:

C-P6U or C-P7U ............................ R6(AA) size

Please make note of the following rules for battery

use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.

1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when

replacing the battery.

2. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they

can leak or explode.

3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.

4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored

for an extended period to avoid battery leakage

which can cause malfunctions.

3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .

.... replace the battery pack when it begins to

deliver less recording time per charge.

NOTES:

● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

charging, or after use.

Temperature Ranges

Charging ................................ 10°C to 35°C

Operation .............................. 0°C to 40°C

Storage .................................. –10°C to 30°C

● Recharging time is based on room temperature of

20°C.

● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging

takes.

CAUTIONS (cont.)

Cassettes

Main Unit

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

read the following cautions:

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

.... open the camcorder’s chassis.

.... disassemble or modify the unit.

.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery

pack. Keep it away from metallic objects

when not in use.

1. During use . . .

.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C

mark.

.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded

tapes automatically erases the previously

recorded video and audio signals.

.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

.... do not load and unload the cassette

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run

at all. This slackens the tape and can result in

damage.

.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects

to enter the unit.

.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

.... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or

dust.

.... do not open the front tape cover. This

exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.

.... in places subject to soot or steam such as

near a cooking stove.

.... in places subject to excessive shock or

vibration.

.... near a television set.

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic

or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting

antennas, etc.).

.... in places subject to extremely high (over

40°C) or extremely low (under 0°C) tempera-

tures.

2. Store cassettes . . .

.... away from heaters or other heat sources.

.... out of direct sunlight.

.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

.... where they won’t be exposed to strong

magnetic fields (such as those generated by

motors, transformers or magnets).

.... vertically, in their original cases.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

.... in places of over 50°C.

.... in places where humidity is extremely low

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

.... in direct sunlight.

.... in a closed car in summer.

.... near a heater.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

.... allow it to become wet.

.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration

during transportation.

.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the

sun.

.... carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD

monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with

both hands or use the grip.

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

5. This camcorder features a built-in head

cleaner which automatically cleans the

heads and head drum when a cassette is

loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads

become dirty and cause blurriness or

interruption in the playback picture,

consult your nearest JVC dealer.

3. Taking care of your “C” format video cassette

tapes..

LCD monitor

•Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical

position, complete in their cassette cases.

•During transportation, always store cassettes in

their cassette cases.

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,

DO NOT . . .

.... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor

on the bottom.

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.

2. To prolong service life . . .

.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for

LCD monitor use. These are not

malfunctions. . . .

•While using the camcorder, the surface around the

LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor

may heat up.

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.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

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 automatically cleans the heads, reducing the

likelihood of dirty heads, if such troubles are

encountered, we recommend the use of the

cleaning cassette specifically designed for JVC

camcorders, model number TCC-2U. Please use the

cleaning cassette as indicated below:

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.

1 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.

● 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

3 If the picture is clear, then recording on a new

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

tape can begin when desired.

4 If the picture is not clear, repeat steps 1 to 3 up

to two more times.

5 If the picture is still unclear, consult your local

JVC dealer.

SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS

Important Note:

Dust and dirt on video heads

If heads have become dirty, the associated tape will

also be damaged, please do not use the tape again.

•A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the

video heads and head drum whenever a cassette

is loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging.

•Cleaning cassette TCC-2U is available from your

JVC local dealer.

1. Always allow enough time for your camcorder to

acclimatize to its environment before using it.

2. Do not use the unit in areas of high humidity.

(Typical areas of high humidity are given below.)

•From being used or stored in a very cold

outdoor situation, then immediately being used

in a warm indoor situation.

•From being used or stored in a cool air-

conditioned situation, then being used in a

high-humidity outdoor situation.

•Other areas where rapid large temperature

changes can occur.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

VIDEO

Output

Format

: VHS PAL standard

: DC 6V

: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

unbalanced (via VIDEO

out connector)

Power source

Power consumption

LCD monitor off,

viewfinder on

LCD monitor on,

viewfinder off

Light

: 6.3 W

AUDIO

Output

: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm (via

AUDIO out connector)

: 20 mm round x 1,

monaural

: 6.7 W

: 3 W

Speaker

(GR-AXM30 only)

Signal system

Video recording system

Luminance

: PAL-type

AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER

(AA-V11EK)

: FM recording

: Converted sub-carrier

direct recording

*Conforms to VHS

*standard

Colour

Power requirement

: AC 110 to 240 V`,

50/60 HZ

: 23 W

Power consumption

Output

Charge

VTR

Charging system

Cassette

Tape speed

: VHS-C cassette

: DC 8.5 V

: DC 6.3 V

, 1.3 A

, 1.8 A

: 23.39 mm/sec

: 11.70 mm/sec

: Constant current, peak

detection, timer

controlled

: 150 (W) x 42 (H)

x 68 (D) mm

: Approx. 400 g

Recording time Max.

: 60 minutes

Dimensions

Weight

(with EC-60 cassette)

: 120 minutes

(with EC-60 cassette)

Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Weight

GR-AXM30

GR-AXM20

Dimensions

: 35% to 80%

: –20°C to +50°C

Dimensions

: 188 (W) x 25 (H)

x 104 (D) mm

: Approx. 240 g

: Approx. 1040 g

: Approx. 1030 g

Weight

Accessory

: “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1

(Including viewfinder) : 118 (W) x 115 (H) x

231 (D) mm

Provided Accessories ...................... ੬ pg. 4

Optional Accessories

CAMERA

Pick up

Lens

•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E

•RF Unit RF-V5E

•Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

•Wireless Remote Control Unit (MBR) RM-V704U

or RM-V700U

The MBR cannot be used to operate the GR-

AXM20.

The GR-AXM20 can use the MBR only for R.A. Edit

with a non-JVC VCR.

: 1/4” format CCD

: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm,

18:1 power zoom lens

with auto iris and macro

control, filter diameter

46 mm

: Electronic viewfinder

with 0.5” black/white

CRT

Viewfinder

White balance

adjustment

: Auto/Manual adjustment

Some acccessories are not available in some areas.

Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on

accessories and their availability.

LCD MONITOR

Size

LCD system

: 3" diagonally measured

: LCD/TFT active matrix

system

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless

otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and

specifications subject to change without notice.

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