JVC Camcorder YU30052 513 2 User Manual

CONTENTS  
GETTING STARTED  
6
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
Power ................................... 6  
Clock (Lithium) Battery  
Removal/Insertion .................... 8  
Date/Time Settings.................... 8  
Viewfinder Adjustment................ 9  
Tape Length/Recording Mode  
Setting................................... 9  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....... 9  
Grip Adjustment ...................... 10  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ......... 10  
Tripod Mounting ...................... 10  
Remote Control Unit ................. 11  
GR-AX260  
GR-AX460  
RECORDING  
12  
Basic Recording....................... 12  
Basic Features ........................ 13  
Advanced Features ................... 15  
PLAYBACK  
28  
Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 28  
Basic Connections .................... 29  
Basic Playback........................ 30  
Features ............................... 31  
EDITING  
32  
Tape Dubbing ......................... 32  
Random Assemble Editing  
(R.A.Edit) ............................. 32  
Insert Editing ......................... 36  
Audio Dubbing ........................ 37  
(GR-AX460 shown)  
USER MAINTENANCE 38  
TROUBLESHOOTING 39  
INDEX  
40  
Compact VHS  
Controls ............................... 40  
Connectors ............................ 40  
Indicators ............................. 40  
Other Parts ........................... 40  
Viewfinder ............................ 41  
Terms .................................. 42  
PAL  
CAUTIONS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
43  
45  
INSTRUCTIONS  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 45  
YU30052-513-2  
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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.)  
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 instructions.  
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making  
or changing connections.  
PAL  
This camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C  
video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be  
used with this unit.  
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.  
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the  
installation, operation or safety of your equipment.  
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 unat-  
tended 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!  
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MAJOR FEATURES  
4
REMEMBER  
Intelligent Function Control  
(P. 18 – 25)  
The Logical Choice  
F1  
SEL  
F2  
PAL  
14x Variable-Speed Hyper  
The only compact video  
cassettes that can be  
Zoom (P. 13)  
used with your VHS VCR*  
Zoom-in  
T
T
T
T
W
W
W
W
Programme AE with Special  
Effects (P. 16)  
Zoom-out  
Auto Mode Lock  
Auto Mode Release  
Electronic Fog Filter  
ND Effect Sepia Twilight  
Sports  
Random Assemble Editing  
(P. 32 – 35)  
2
8
5
4
1
6
3
7
High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter  
15 sec. Self Timer  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Integrated Auto Light  
(P. 15) (GR-AX460 only)  
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
•AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V11EK  
•Battery Pack  
BN-V12U  
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U  
•Remote Control  
Unit RM-V704U  
(GR-AX460 only)  
Cable adapter  
•Shoulder Strap  
•Editing cable  
•Lithium Battery  
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QUICK OPERATION GUIDE  
5
SUPPLY POWER  
INSERTING A VIDEO  
CASSETTE  
Hook on.  
1
EJECT  
1
Push in.  
2
3
PUSH  
2
Insert.  
BATT. RELEASE  
Using the battery pack  
1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the  
camcorder. (Charging procedure, pg. 6)  
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into  
place.  
1 Slide EJECT.  
2 Insert a video cassette.  
3 Press PUSH.  
(For more details, pg. 9)  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
PLAYBACK  
SHOOTING  
PLAY/PAUSE  
3
REW  
2
1
LENS COVER  
open/close knob  
2
Set to “CAMERA”  
STOP  
Recording Start/Stop button  
3
1
Set to “PLAY”  
1 Set the power switch to “PLAY”.  
2 Press REW.  
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 image  
will be seen in the viewfinder.  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop button.  
— Recording starts.  
— The tape will automatically stop at the  
beginning of the tape.  
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.  
— Playback starts and playback picture  
appears in the viewfinder.  
To stop playback, press STOP.  
(For more details, pg. 30.)  
To stop recording temporarily, momentarily  
press the Recording Start/Stop button once  
again.  
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS  
VCR using the Cassette Adapter.  
pg. 28  
(For more details, pg. 12)  
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GETTING STARTED  
6
Power  
This camcorders 3-way power supply system lets you  
choose the most appropriate source of power.  
NOTES:  
No function is available without power supply.  
Use only specified power supply.  
Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
CHG. (charge) indicator  
Marks  
SUPPLY POWER  
Connect the chargers AC power cord to a wall  
1
2
outlet. The power indicator lights.  
POWER  
indicator  
To AC outlet  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
END  
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the  
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.  
The CHG. indicator lights.  
indicator  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
When charging is completed, the END indicator  
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction  
of the arrow.  
3
REFRESH switch  
REFRESH indicator  
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. 2 hrs. 40 min.  
approx. 7 hrs.  
approx. 10 hrs.  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the  
battery pack in until it locks in place.  
Hook on.  
1
2
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.  
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME  
GR-AX460/AX260  
1 hr. 5 min. (35 min.)  
Push in.  
BATT. RELEASE  
BATT. PACK  
BN-V12U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.)  
3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.)  
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AX460 only).  
**REFRESH  
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that  
allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before  
recharging.  
To discharge the battery . . .  
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the  
illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The  
REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts,  
and goes out when discharging is complete.  
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**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 partway 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 thats been stored  
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.  
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.  
USING A CAR BATTERY  
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery  
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustra-  
tion to the left).  
To AC outlet  
DC OUT terminal  
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 or  
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7E), refer to the respective  
instruction booklet.  
AC Power  
Adapter/Charger  
AA-V11EK  
DC cord  
To cars  
cigarette  
lighter  
Car Battery Cord  
AP-V7E (optional)  
USING AC POWER  
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in  
the illustration to the left).  
socket  
NOTE:  
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from  
110 V to 240 V.  
Car Battery Charger/Adapter  
BH-V3E (optional)  
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
8
Clock Battery (Lithium) Removal/Insertion  
A
This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to  
perform date/time settings.  
SWITCH OFF POWER  
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power  
1
2
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  
3 battery and the compartment (  
A
) and pull the  
battery out.  
INSERT BATTERY  
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the supplied  
lithium battery and push it in.  
4
5
–/+  
SET  
CLOSE COVER  
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.  
NOTE:  
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (pg. 2) for information  
on safe handling of lithium batteries.  
Date/Time Settings  
SELECT MODE  
Set the power switch to CAMERA.  
1
POWER  
SET DATE/TIME  
Press SET and the day blinks. Press + or to choose  
2
the correct day, then press SET to enter. Repeat to set  
month, year, hour and minute.  
Date  
Day/Month/Year  
DATE .. Date setting is performed  
•The date and time are both displayed for  
confirmation. Then the time display disappears.  
NOTE:  
The clock does not keep time while the date and time are  
blinking.  
DATE 1.1.00  
TIME 0:00  
Time  
24-hour indication  
TIME .... Time setting is performed  
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Viewfinder Adjustment  
SP-LP recording mode and  
T30•45 tape length select button  
POSITION VIEWFINDER  
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability  
1
2
3
(see illustration at left).  
SELECT MODE  
Set the power switch to CAMERA.  
ADJUST DIOPTER  
Turn the diopter adjustment control until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
Tape Length/Recording Mode Setting  
SET TAPE LENGTH  
Set the tape length button according to the length of  
the tape used. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time  
and T45 = 45 minutes (in SP).  
1
2
SET RECORDING MODE  
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.  
Set depending on your preference. “SP” (Standard  
Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and  
is better for dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is  
more economical, recording at 1/2 the speed of SP.  
Tape length and recording  
mode indicator  
NOTE:  
T30 SP  
T30 SP  
T30 LP  
The tape remaining time indicator does not work with  
tapes other than EC30 and EC45. (See Basic Recording  
on pg. 12 for “tape remaining time indicator”.)  
T45 LP  
T45 SP  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER  
Slide EJECT until holder opens. Do not use force to  
1
2
3
open.  
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE  
Make sure label is facing outward.  
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER  
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and  
locked.  
NOTES:  
A cassette holder can't be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
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.  
Turn to take up  
slack.  
Erase Protection  
Gear  
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is present. If not,  
cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some cassettes  
have sliding tabs – in this case, check the tab’s position.)  
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
10  
EXPAND LOOP  
Separate the Velcro strip.  
1
2
3
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  
switch. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording Start/Stop button  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
ATTACH STRAP  
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap  
1
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.  
1
3
2
2
1
ADJUST LENGTH  
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then  
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to  
prevent slipping 2.  
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.  
1
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Remote Control Unit  
The RM-V704U 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. To operate, point it at the  
camcorder’s remote sensor. The RM-V704U is provided  
with GR-AX460, and is available optionally for  
GR-AX260.  
Infrared beam  
effective area  
10°  
Infrared beam  
sensor window  
10°  
The transmitted beam may not be effective or  
may cause misoperations when the infrared  
beam sensor window is directly exposed to  
sunlight or powerful lighting.  
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER  
Pull out the battery holder according to the type of  
1
2
remote control unit you have.  
A
Type : Pull out the battrery holder while sliding  
the lock hole.  
B
Type : Pinch the release tab and pull out the  
battery holder.  
1
2
0
!
@
INSERT BATTERY  
Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)  
side up, into the battery holder.  
3
4
5
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER  
Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.  
3
*Read warning on lithium battery. (pg. 2)  
6
7
8
9
#
$
%
^
A
B
&
Lock hole  
Release tab  
Functions  
Buttons  
With the camcorder’s power switch set to  
“CAMERA”.  
With the camcorder’s power switch set to  
“PLAY”.  
1 PAUSE IN connector  
pg. 34  
2 Infrared beam  
transmitting window  
Transmits the beam signal.  
3 MBR SET button  
4 INT. TIME button  
5 REC TIME button  
6 FF button  
7 REW button  
8 PAUSE button  
Self-Timer/Time lapse (pg. 26, 27)  
Animation/Time lapse (pg. 27)  
Retake (Forward) (pg. 13)  
Retake (Rewind) (pg. 13)  
pg. 33  
FF/FF Shuttle Search (pg. 31)  
Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (pg. 31)  
Pause (pg. 31)  
9 PLAY button  
Playback start (pg. 30)  
0 START/STOP button  
! VISS button  
Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.  
Index code marking (pg. 14)  
@ ZOOM (T/W) button  
# VCR CTL button  
$ A. DUB button  
% STOP button  
^ INSERT button  
& R. A. EDIT button  
Zoom (invariable speed (pg. 13)  
pg. 33  
Audio dubbing (pg. 37)  
Stop (pg. 30)  
Insert Editing (pg. 36)  
pg. 34  
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RECORDING Basic Recording  
12  
NOTE:  
LENS COVER  
SWITCH  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
Power (pg. 6)  
Tape Length/Recording Mode Setting (pg. 9)  
Grip Adjustment (pg. 10)  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
1
2
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE  
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open  
the lens cover, then set the power switch to  
CAMERA.  
POWER  
Start/Stop  
button  
•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.  
The power indicator  
START SHOOTING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button.  
Tape remaining time  
indicator  
3
4
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,  
REC  
and “  
” appears in the viewfinder.  
90MIN  
89MIN  
3MIN  
1MIN (Blinking)  
0MIN (Blinking)  
2MIN (Blinking)  
STOP RECORDING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again.  
*
MIN.....(Now calculating)  
•The comcorder re-enters the Record-Standby  
mode.  
NOTES:  
A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the  
holder opens. Do not use force.  
The tape‘s remaining time is displayed in the  
viewfinder as shown.  
”TAPE END“ appears when the tape recheas 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.  
If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes,  
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 you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use  
the RETAKE function (pg. 13) to find the end of the  
last recording so you don’t erase any of it.  
The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds  
when the camcorder is turned on, whether the cover is  
open or closed.  
Tally lamp  
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RECORDING Basic Features  
13  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Zooming  
Zoom indicator  
Zoom-in  
To vary the length of the focal lens and  
produce zoom in/out effect.  
OPERATION: Zoom In  
1) Pull the power zoom switch down  
toward “T”.  
Zoom Out  
T
T
T
T
W
W
W
W
2) Push the switch up toward “W”.  
Zoom-out  
NOTES:  
The further the power zoom switch is  
pushed or pulled, the faster the zoom  
speed becomes.  
Focusing may become unstable  
during zooming. In this case, set  
zoom while in Record–Standby, set  
manual focus or Focus Lock  
(pgs. 20, 21), then zoom in or out  
in Record mode.  
RETAKE  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Quick Review  
To check end of last recording for  
confirmation.  
Power zoom switch  
OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” for less than 2 seconds  
during Record–Standby mode.  
Tape is rewound for about 2  
seconds and played back automati-  
cally, then pauses in Record–  
Standby mode for next shot.  
NOTE:  
Distortion may occur at start of  
playback. This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Retake  
To re-record certain segments.  
OPERATION: 1) Make sure camcorder is in Record–  
Standby mode.  
2) Press either RETAKE button to reach  
start point for new recording.  
3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start  
recording.  
NOTE:  
Noise may appear during Retake. This  
is normal.  
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RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)  
14  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Index Code Marking  
To give you automatic access to any  
selected point on a recording. Auto  
Marking and Manual Marking are  
available.  
OPERATION: Auto Marking  
An index code is always marked to start  
the first recording on a new date after a  
cassette is inserted.  
Manual Marking  
1) Press VISS once to place index code.  
INDEX blinks in the viewfinder  
during marking.  
NOTES:  
If VISS is pressed during Record–  
Standby mode, the mark is placed  
where START/STOP is pressed.  
If the date changes during a record-  
ing, it becomes the first recording of  
the new date and an index mark is  
placed at that point.  
START/STOP  
VISS  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
AUTO PAUSE SYSTEM (GR-AX460  
only)  
To automatically stop recording when  
the camcorder is pointed down,  
preventing accidental recordings of the  
ground, your feet, etc.  
RM-V704U  
(provided with GR-AX460,  
optional for GR-AX260)  
OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When  
the camcorder is tilted down by a  
large degree from its horizontal  
position during recording, the  
Record-Standby mode is automati-  
cally engaged. “AUTO PAUSE”  
appears in the viewfinder.  
The Auto Pause System is also  
effective when the camcorder is  
pointed up, or is positioned upside  
down.  
AUTO PAUSE  
NOTES:  
Auto Pause also works when the  
camcorder is twisted by a large  
degree to the left or right.  
When you want to shoot in any of the  
aforementioned positions, make sure  
you set AUTO PAUSE to “OFF”.  
Up  
Record-Standby  
Upside down  
Normal  
Record-Standby  
Record  
Record-Standby  
Down  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
15  
Video Light (GR-AX460 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 ON/AUTO/OFF 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.  
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
•The video light can be used with the camcorders  
power on.  
•It is recommended to set the white balance to  
indoor mode ( ) (pg. 17) 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 (  
) (pg. 41) does not  
blink in the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is  
low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when  
you turn on the video light, or when you start recording  
with the video light turned on.  
When the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF is set to “AUTO”:  
Depending on the lighting condition, the video light  
may not be stably turned on or off. In this case,  
switch the light on and off manually.  
While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode  
(pg. 16) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.  
While the Twilight mode (pg. 16) is engaged, the  
light will not activate.  
DANGER:  
The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it  
either while in operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case  
immediately after using the video light, since it remains  
extremely hot.  
When operating, keep a distance of about  
30 cm between the video light and people or object.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC  
dealer for replacing the video light.  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
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Programme AE With Special Effects  
All you have to do to access any of the variety of  
shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select  
dial until the desired indication appears in the  
viewfinder. The mode is activated about 1 second  
later.  
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
DIAL  
SYMBOL  
Tally lamp  
VIEWFINDER  
MODE  
LOCK  
AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock  
A
DIAL  
SYMBOL  
Auto Mode Lock  
VIEWFINDER  
MODE  
Sports  
Locks camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing  
accidental misoperation/button pressing during  
shooting.  
SPORTS  
CINEMA, FADER, FOCUS, EXPOSURE, DISPLAY,  
TITLES and MWB (Manual White Balance)  
controls are disabled in this mode.  
Sports  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
Auto Mode  
RELEASE  
AUTO RELEASE  
M
1/2000  
S 1/2000  
High Speed Shutter  
Release  
Auto Mode Release  
High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)  
Re-enables controls that were disabled by Auto  
Mode Lock.  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
SELF TIMER  
15 sec. Self-Timer  
FG  
FG:FOG  
Electronic Fog Filter  
15sec. Self-Timer  
Electronic Fog Filter  
Makes picture look misty white, as when external  
fog filter is attached to lens, softens image.  
Lets you delay recording start after Recording Start/  
Stop is pressed. If camcorder is secured, operator  
can enter scene before recording starts.  
1) Set PROGRAM AE dial to “ ”. “ 15S” appears  
in viewfinder.  
ND  
ND:ND EFFECT ND Effect  
2) Press Recording Start/Stop.  
ND EFFECT  
•Recording starts after 15 seconds.  
Tally lamp begins blinking; blinking speed  
increases about 5 seconds before recording starts.  
Blinking stops when recording begins but light  
stays on.  
Black mist darkens picture, as when ND filter is  
used. Helps to counter effects of glare on subject.  
SEPIA  
Sepia  
NOTES:  
Sepia  
Only one effect can be engaged at a time.  
When the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched  
from one mode to another, the newly selected  
mode's name and its indication is displayed in the  
viewfinder for approx. 3 seconds. Then the name  
disappears, and only the indication remains.  
The screen becomes slightly reddish when the  
fader (pg. 18) is used in the Sepia mode.  
The screen becomes slightly dark in the High  
Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted  
situations.  
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.  
Scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted  
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving effect of older  
movie. Use together with Cinema (pg. 19) for  
authentic look of classic Hollywood movie.  
TWILIGHT Twilight  
Twilight  
Disengages auto gain control and auto focus, locks  
focus to infinity and white balance to “  
(outdoor) mode. Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks,  
etc., look more natural and dramatic.  
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White Balance Adjustment  
White balance mode indicator  
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:  
No indication  
(Auto)  
•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.  
•When a predominantly red or brown object is being  
shot outdoors.  
MWB  
In these cases, use the camcorders built-in preset filters  
for white balance adjustment.  
SELECT MODE  
Press MWB (Manual White Balance) until the  
1
required indication appears in the viewfinder.  
” .............. Outdoors on cloudy day  
MWB  
” ............... Outdoors on sunny day  
” ................ Light source is halogen or tungsten  
...................... lamp  
“MWB” .......... With a memorized personal White  
...................... Balance setting (see below)  
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.  
ADJUST FOCUS  
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a  
1
2
sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually  
(pg. 21).  
ADJUST WHITE BALANCE  
Press MWB until “MWB” appears, then press and  
hold MWB for more than 3 seconds.  
•”MWB” blinks in the viewfinder during  
adjustment, then stops blinking but stays lit when  
adjustment is complete.  
NOTES:  
To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press MWB until the indication disappears, or turn the  
PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK.  
Re-adjust the White Balance Mode when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned  
on and off again, or when the PROGRAM AE dial’s position has been changed.  
It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance  
(“BASIC CONNECTIONS” pg. 29).  
When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 , this unit makes its colour  
temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colours. For  
example, when adjusting with red, blue or yellow colours, the image becomes the colour which  
aproximates to green, orange or purple respectively.  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
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INTELLIGENT FUNCTION CONTROL  
Group 1  
This feature makes it easier for you to make selections  
during the following modes: Fader, Cinema, Manual  
Focus Adjust, Exposure Control, Display, and Instant  
Title.  
F1  
F2  
CINEMA  
FADER  
F1  
F2  
FADER CINEMA  
SEL.  
Group 2  
F1  
F2  
FOCUS  
EXP.  
PREPARATION  
SEL.  
Viewfinder  
Set the PROGRAM AE dial to any position except  
Group 3  
1
2
3
LOCK.  
F1  
F2  
TITLE  
DISP.  
SELECT MODE  
SEL.  
Press Function SEL. until the required function’s  
F1 button F2 button  
indication appears in the viewfinder.  
ENTER SELECTION  
F1  
SEL  
F2  
Press either F1 or F2 (the one to the immediate left  
of the desired function name).  
Function SEL. button  
NOTE:  
If you set the PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK, F1 and F2  
disappear from the viewfinder, indicating that IFC  
(Intelligent Function Control) is unusable.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
Fader  
This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to black  
blank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and  
fade-out works at recording end or when you enter  
Record–Standby mode.  
SELECT MODE  
Press Function SEL. until “FADER” appears to the  
1
2
3
right of F1.  
ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE  
Press F1 to engage the Fade–Standby mode.  
“FADER”appears in the viewfinder.  
FADE IN  
START RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and  
activate fade-in.  
FADE OUT  
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 (pg. 16).  
With the Electronic fog filter mode (pg. 16)  
engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.  
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Cinema  
Cinema mode  
This feature allows you to record black bars at the top  
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like  
“wide-screen” effect.  
SELECT MODE  
Press Function SEL. until “CINEMA” appears to the  
1
2
3
right of F2.  
ENGAGE CINEMA MODE  
Press F2.  
RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN  
Press F2 again while “CINEMA” appears next to F2  
in the viewfinder.  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
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):  
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Focus  
detection zone  
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.  
•When illumination is low.*  
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in  
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour  
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*  
F1  
F2  
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*  
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical  
patterns that are regularly repeated.  
* The low-contrast warning “  
viewfinder.  
” appears in the  
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.  
Function SEL.  
•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  
Press Function SEL. until “FOCUS” appears to the  
1
2
3
right of F1.  
LOCK FOCUS  
Press F1. The focus lock indication “  
in the viewfinder.  
” appears  
RELEASE FOCUS LOCK  
Press F1. Focus lock is immediately released. The  
focus lock indication disappears.  
NOTES:  
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 (pg. 13). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,  
the camcorder could automatically zoom out  
depending on the distance between the camcorder and  
the subject.  
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Manual Focus  
F1 button  
F2 button  
NOTE:  
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder  
adjustments (pg. 9). If you haven’t, do so before  
continuing.  
F1  
SEL  
F2  
SELECT MODE  
Function SEL.  
button  
Press Function SEL. until “FOCUS” appears to the  
F1  
F2  
EXP.  
FOCUS  
1
right of F1.  
ADJUST FOCUS  
Power zoom switch  
A
TO FARTHER SUBJECT  
2
Viewfinder  
While holding down F1, slide the power zoom  
switch to T. The Manual Focus indications “  
appear and “ ” blinks.  
2
Go to step 3.  
B
TO NEARER SUBJECT  
While holding down F1, slide the power zoom  
switch to W. The Manual Focus indications  
” appear and “ ” blinks.  
Go to step 3.  
LOCK FOCUS  
Release the power zoom switch. The focus  
3
4
indication is replaced by the focus lock indication  
” and the adjusted focus is locked in.  
RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE  
F1  
F1  
+
+
Press F1. 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.  
Two manual focusing speeds are available. For  
slow-speed, push the switch slightly and hold that  
position. For fast-speed, push the switch fully.  
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or  
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
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Exposure Control  
F1 button  
F2 button  
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best  
available picture quality, but you can override and make  
the adjustment manually.  
F1  
SEL  
F2  
SELECT MODE  
Press Function SEL. until “EXP.” appears to the right  
1
2
of F2.  
Function SEL.  
button  
F1  
F2  
EXP.  
FOCUS  
BRIGHTEN IMAGE  
While holding down F2, slide the power zoom  
switch to T. The Exposure indicator bar appears in  
the viewfinder.  
Power zoom switch  
Viewfinder  
OR . . .  
DARKEN IMAGE  
While holding down F2, slide the power zoom  
switch to W. The Exposure indicator bar appears in  
the viewfinder.  
When you want to return to the factory setting . . .  
RESTORE INITIAL SETTING  
Press F2. The standard setting is immediately  
restored and the Exposure indicator bar disappears.  
3
To brighten the image  
+
F2  
+
+
+
-
-
-
+
F2  
To darken the image  
Exposure indicator bar  
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Date/Time Character Insert  
F1 button  
F2 button  
This feature allows you to display date, time and characters  
in your viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor,  
record them manually or automatically, and even make your  
own titles.  
F1  
SEL  
F2  
NOTE:  
You should already have performed the Date/Time Setting  
procedure (pg. 8). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.  
Function SEL. button  
DISPLAY  
SELECT DISPLAY  
Press Function SEL. until “DISP.” appears to the right  
1
2
of F2.  
CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE  
Press F2 while in Record–Standby to cycle through  
the modes as shown in the illustration at left.  
F1  
F2  
DISP.  
TITLE  
NOTES:  
The selected display can be recorded.  
If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off mode  
before shooting.  
If you want to delete the display during shooting, press F2.  
If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the Record–Standby  
mode and then select the desired display mode using F2.  
Date display  
Auto Date Record mode  
Date/Time display  
Character Generator  
AUTO DATE RECORD  
Your camcorder automatically records the day, month and  
year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the  
following situations:  
•After changing the date.  
•After loading a cassette.  
Date-off mode  
On-screen display  
Date display  
Auto Date Record mode  
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing F2.  
In this mode, the month, day and year are replaced after  
5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”.  
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AUTO DATE  
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Auto date  
record mode  
Auto date  
record executed  
NOTES:  
Date/Time display  
Character Generator  
Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this 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.  
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SET CHAR  
IN PARIS, FRANCE  
No Characters  
stored  
Example of  
stored characters  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO  
MONITOR  
Connect the camcorder to a monitor as instructed in  
1
2
“BASIC CONNECTIONS” (pg. 29).  
DISPLAY VIEWFINDER  
NOTES:  
INDICATIONS  
In the On-Screen Display mode, the date is  
displayed and recorded.  
Press F2 until the indications appear on the  
connected monitor.  
The on-screen display is not available during recording.  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
Character Generator  
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–/+  
SET  
SELECT MODE  
Press Function SEL. until “DISP.” appears to the right  
1
2
of F2.  
SET CHARACTER OR TITLE  
Press F2 until “SET CHAR” or a previously stored  
title appears in the viewfinder.  
ACCESS CHARACTER MODE  
SCREEN  
Press SET. A character grid appears in the view  
3
4
finder.  
ENTER DESIRED CHARACTERS  
Press + or to move the cursor on the character grid  
to the desired character, then press SET to enter. The  
selected characters appears at the bottom of the  
screen. When you’re done, press SET as many times  
as necessary to exit the screen. The title you made  
appears at the bottom of the screen.  
CHARACTER  
SET MODE screen  
NOTES:  
CHARACTER SET MODE  
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You can store up to 18 characters.  
You can only make and store one title at a time. To  
replace it, repeat the procedure.  
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To create a space between two characters in a title you  
make, choose “ ” on the CHARACTER SET MODE  
screen.  
SET CHAR  
CHARACTER SET MODE  
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CHARACTER  
SET MODE screen  
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Instant Titles  
Example of Character Generator & Title  
Viewfinder  
The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can  
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title  
as shown in the illustration to the left.  
The preset titles appear in this order: HAPPY BIRTHDAY,  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, OUR FAMILY, MOVIE STAR,  
PARTY TIME, MERRY CHRISTMAS, WEDDING DAY,  
CONGRATULATIONS.  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
IN PARIS, FRANCE  
SELECT MODE  
Character Generator:  
Title indication  
Press Function SEL. until “TITLE” appears to the right  
IN PARIS, FRANCE  
1
2
of F1.  
Title: HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
SELECT PRESET TITLE  
Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press F1 to  
cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is  
displayed.  
NOTES:  
To delete the Instant Title during recording, press F1.  
To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and  
then press F1 to select the desired title.  
To display a title you made in the position usually  
occupied by an Instant Title, cycle through in step 2  
above until your title appears  
(after “CONGRATULATIONS”). You can superimpose  
two personal titles on the scene being shot.  
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RECORDING Advanced Features  
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Self-Timer  
Tally lamp PROGRAM AE  
You can set the delay between pressing Recording Start/  
Stop 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.  
NOTE:  
You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to perform  
this procedure.  
ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY  
MODE  
Make sure the lens cover is open, set the power  
1
2
switch to CAMERA.  
SET TIME DELAY  
START/STOP  
On the RM-V704U, press INT. TIME to set the delay  
time. There are four choices, and they appear in the  
viewfinder in the following order (each time  
INT. TIME is pressed): 15S (15 seconds), 30S  
(30 seconds), 1MIN (1 minute) and 5MIN  
(5 minutes). Pressing again releases the Self-timer.  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
RM-V704U  
(provided with GR-AX460,  
optional for GR-AX260)  
START DELAYED RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop. The tally lamp begins  
blinking, and the blinking speed increases about  
5 seconds before recording starts. When recording  
begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays lit.  
3
4
RELEASE SELF-TIMER MODE  
To release when the tally lamp is not blinking, press  
INT. TIME continuously until “ ” disappears. To  
release when the tally lamp is blinking, press  
Recording Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then press  
INT. TIME continuously until “ ” disappears.  
NOTE:  
If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to “ ”, 15S is  
automatically selected.  
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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:  
ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY  
You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to  
perform the following procedure.  
MODE  
Make sure the lens cover is open, then set the  
power switch to CAMERA.  
1
2
3
ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY  
MODE  
SET RECORDING SPEED  
Make sure the lens cover is open, then set the  
Set SP/LP to SP (pg. 9).  
1
2
3
power switch to CAMERA.  
SET RECORDING SPEED  
SET RECORDING TIME  
Set SP/LP to SP (pg. 9).  
Press REC TIME on the remote control. There  
are three choices available, and they appear in  
the following order (each time REC TIME is  
pressed): 1/4S, 1/2S and 1S. Press again to  
reset.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
Press REC TIME on the remote control. Three  
choices are available, and they appear in the  
following order (each time REC TIME is  
pressed): 1/4S (one-fourth of a second), 1/2S  
(one-half of a second) and 1S (one full second).  
Press again to release the Animation mode.  
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN  
RECORDINGS  
Press INT. TIME on the remote control. There  
are four choices available, and they appear in  
the following order (each time INT. TIME is  
pressed): 15S, 30S, 1MIN, and 5MIN. Press  
again to reset.  
4
START RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop after focusing on the  
subject. The recording stops automatically after  
the selected period of time.  
4
START TIME-LAPSE  
RECORDING  
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF  
PICTURES  
Press Recording Start/Stop. Recording and  
intervals alternate automatically.  
5
6
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of  
5
6
7
pictures.  
RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE  
To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,  
press INT. TIME and REC TIME repeatedly  
until “ ” and “ ” disappear. To release  
when the tally lamp is blinking, press  
Recording Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then  
press INT. TIME and REC TIME repeatedly  
until “ ” and “ ” disappear.  
CHECK YOUR WORK  
Play back the series of pictures to see if the  
results were satisfactory.  
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE  
Press REC TIME until “ ” disappears from the  
viewfinder.  
NOTES:  
Fade-in/out cannot be performed during  
Time-Lapse shooting.  
NOTES:  
For best results, make sure the camcorder is  
secured when shooting.  
For best results, keep the camcorder secured  
while shooting.  
If, during steps 3 and 4, the PROGRAM AE dial is  
set to the Self-Timer mode, the Self-Timer mode is  
engaged with 15S selected.  
If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to Self-Timer  
mode, Animation is cancelled and Self-Timer  
mode is engaged with 15S selected.  
Fade-in/out cannot be performed during  
Animation shooting.  
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PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter  
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Cassette Adapter  
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded  
with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS  
video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery  
powered and automatically performs tape loading and  
unloading.  
+
INSERT BATTERY  
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install  
one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the  
illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.  
1
2
3
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. Then insert your finger in the hole on  
the underside of the adapter as shown in the  
4
illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.  
Sliding latch  
Reels  
NOTES:  
Compact video cassette  
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 adapters recording safety hole with  
adhesive tape.  
Recording safety hole  
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PLAYBACK Basic Connections  
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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  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR  
and VIDEO  
Audio and Video  
cables (optional)  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
connectors  
1
optional Audio and Video cables between the  
AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder  
and those on the VCR.  
A
B
To AUDIO  
and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
SUPPLY POWER  
If your TV/VCR  
has the SCART  
connector, use  
the provided  
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
2
3
cable adapter.  
SELECT MODE  
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV  
to its VIDEO mode.  
VCR  
Connection To A TV With A/V Input  
Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)  
Aerial  
NOTE:  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
1
2
optional Audio and Video cables between the  
AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder  
and those on the TV.  
To AUDIO, VIDEO and  
DC OUT connectors  
RF unit RF-V5E  
(optional)  
SELECT MODE  
Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in  
its instructions).  
Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input  
Connectors (Playback ONLY)  
NOTES:  
It is recommended to use the AC Power  
Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead  
of the battery pack.  
NOTE:  
Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit.  
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.  
* Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for connection  
procedure.  
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PLAYBACK Basic Playback  
30  
NOTE:  
PLAY/PAUSE  
STOP  
Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in  
“BASIC CONNECTIONS” (pg. 29 ).  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
Load as you did in the recording procedure.  
1
FF  
REW  
SELECT MODE  
Set the power switch to PLAY. The Power On  
2
3
4
indicator lights.  
PLAYBACK  
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in  
the viewfinder and the connected TV.  
STOP PLAYBACK  
Press STOP.  
Rewind or Fast-forward the Tape  
Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape  
during stop mode.  
POWER  
NOTE:  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5  
minutes in STOP mode. To turn on again, set the power  
switch to POWER OFF, then to PLAY.  
Tape counter  
M 0:00:00  
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PLAYBACK Features  
31  
To eliminate noise bars that appear  
on the screen.  
TRACKING  
COUNTER R/M  
PLAY/PAUSE  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Manual Tracking  
OPERATION: 1) Press either TRACKING button as  
many times as necessary for best  
picture.  
NOTES:  
To reset TRACKING to the original  
preset, press both TRACKING  
buttons simultaneously.  
REW  
Manual Tracking may not work with  
tapes recorded on other VCRs or  
camcorders.  
FF  
STOP  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Still Playback  
To pause during playback.  
OPERATION: 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. (Speed is  
3 times normal in SP, and 7 times  
normal in LP mode.)  
Reverse Search  
1) Press REW during playback.  
(Speed is as noted above.)  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome in Shuttle  
Search. This is normal.  
NOTE:  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Counter Memory Function  
To make it easier to locate a specific  
tape segment.  
REW  
FF  
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 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.  
STOP  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
RM-V704U  
(provided with GR-AX460,  
optional for GR-AX260)  
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start  
playback.  
The counter memory functions in  
the FF and REW modes.  
NOTES:  
To disable Counter Memory  
Function, press COUNTER R/M less  
than 1 second so the “M” disappears.  
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EDITING  
32  
Tape Dubbing  
PLAY/PAUSE  
EDIT  
CONNECT EQUIPMENT  
Power switch  
Following the illustration at left, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR. If you have a Remote  
PAUSE terminal, use the editing cable to connect it  
to the camcorder and the VCR. (See “NOTES” below  
for details.)  
1
2
PREPARE FOR DUBBING  
Set the camcorders 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 VCRs AUX and Record-Pause modes.  
To EDIT  
3
4
To AUDIO out  
To VIDEO out  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot  
just before the edit-in point. Once its reached, press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
Audio and Video  
cable (optional)  
Editing cable  
(provided)  
START EDITING  
If your TV/VCR  
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s  
Record mode.  
has the SCART  
connector, use  
the provided  
5
6
7
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY  
Engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode and press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
cable adapter.  
To Remote  
PAUSE  
To AUDIO IN  
To VIDEO IN  
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then  
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
VCR (Recording deck)  
NOTES:  
When using a Remote PAUSE terminal, pressing EDIT on the  
camcorder in step 5 automatically engages the VCR’s Record mode.  
When using a Remote PAUSE terminal, you can access a  
function called Master Edit Control System. Before beginning,  
reset the camcorder’s counter to “M0:00:00” at an edit-out  
point. When the tape reaches this point (remember there’s a  
small margin of error) during editing, the camcorder and VCR  
pause automatically. However, some VCRs are not compatible  
with the Master Edit Control System.  
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]  
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the  
source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic  
editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily  
performed when the RM-V704U* MBR (Multi-Brand  
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see  
chart on the next page), but can also be performed by  
operating the VCR manually.  
* RM-V704U is provided with GR-AX460, optional for  
GR-AX260.  
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SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR  
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote  
toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to  
the chart at left, press and hold MBR SET, and press  
button (A) and then (B).  
MBR SET  
VCR. CTL.  
1
2
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
RM-V704U (provided  
with GR-AX460,  
optional for GR-AX260)  
0
•The code is automatically set once you release the  
MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.  
VCR CODE LIST  
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).  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
NAME  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
(A) (B)  
AKAI  
6
6
7
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
7
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
3
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
3
BLAUPUNKT  
FERGUSON  
1
3
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.  
9
9
3
7ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2
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.  
SANYO  
3
3
6ꢀ  
5
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
1
3
4ꢀ  
4
SELECO, REX  
SHARP  
9
9
1ꢀ  
6
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
NOTES:  
1
1
5ꢀ  
`
If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try  
another code from the chart.  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In  
this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.  
If the RM-V704U is not able to control the VCR, use  
the controls on the VCR.  
SONY  
6
6
3
3
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1
MITSUBISHI  
NEC  
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
3
3
7ꢀ  
8
THOMSON,  
TELEFUNKEN,  
SABA,  
9
9
9
3
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
2
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
PANASONIC  
1
1
1
9
1
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8
NORDMENDE  
CONNECT TO . . .  
TOSHIBA  
6
6
9ꢀ  
1
A
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
1
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
B
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL  
2
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
C
NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER  
2
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V704U’s  
Pause-In jack.  
All other connections are as shown in the illustration  
on page 34.  
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EDITING (cont.)  
34  
REW/FF CANCEL  
PREPARE CAMCORDER  
Insert a recorded tape and set the power switch to  
PLAY.  
IN/OUT  
2
3
R.A. EDIT  
PREPARE VCR  
PLAY/PAUSE  
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).  
STOP  
SELECT SCENES  
ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER  
DISPLAY  
To EDIT  
Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the  
1
2
3
counter display appears in the viewfinder and the  
screen of the connected TV.  
Editing cable  
(provided)  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO out  
connector  
REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE  
Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene  
you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.  
The data appears under IN on the display.  
Audio and Video  
cable (optional)  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
REGISTER END OF SCENE  
If your TV/VCR has  
the SCART connector,  
use the provided  
cable adapter.  
Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and  
press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under  
OUT on the display. The total time of the registered  
scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.  
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES  
To  
Remote  
PAUSE  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene  
VCR (Recording deck)  
4
5
(as many as 8).  
A B  
C
MAKE CORRECTIONS  
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the  
To Pause-In  
most recently registered point.  
NOTES:  
VCR REC STBY  
ON/OFF  
There must be at least one second between an in-point  
and its corresponding out-point.  
RM-V704U  
(provided with  
GR-AX460,  
optional for  
GR-AX260)  
CANCEL  
IN//OUT  
The camcorder prerolls during R.A. Edit, so there must  
be at least 15 seconds of recording material prior to  
any 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.  
IN  
1 0:00:25  
2  
OUT  
IN  
1 0:00:25  
2 0:03:18  
3 0:02:33  
4 0:04:11  
5  
OUT  
0:01:05  
0:03:31  
0:02:53  
3  
4  
5  
6  
6  
7  
7  
8  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
8  
0:00:25  
0:00:00  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:04:11  
0:01:13  
Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to  
ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.  
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ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)  
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR  
1
3
2
IN  
ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE  
MODE  
IN  
OUT  
IN OUT  
OUT  
Point the remote control toward the VCRs infrared  
sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually  
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.  
1
2
3
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING  
Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously  
selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the  
specified order.  
EDITED TAPE (VCR)  
EDIT  
STOP  
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.  
NOTES:  
If you performed step 1C on page 33, keep the remote  
control pointed at the VCR during editing.  
The on-screen display only appears while the  
camcorder searches for each scene.  
To dub a copy of the camcorder’s (source) tape,  
perform R.A.EDIT by specifying only one in-point  
(and no out-point). The contents of the tape from the  
specified in-point to the end of the tape are  
automatically copied.  
There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited  
tape with certain VCRs.  
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL  
Using the RM-V704U remote control, it is also possible to  
perform deck-to-deck Random Assemble Editing. The  
AV OUT  
playback deck must be an R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The  
Player (JVC VCR)  
Editing cable  
R.A.EDIT (3.5 ø -3.5 ø,  
provided)  
recording deck can be...  
a VCR other than JVC, or  
a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R.A. EDIT  
connector  
To  
How to use:  
AV IN  
— Connect the playback deck and RM-V704U as shown on the  
left.  
Recording deck  
— Set the RM-V704U to correspond to the brand of the recording  
deck. (P. 33)  
— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to the  
instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the  
playback deck.  
To  
PAUSE IN  
Notes:  
RM-V704U cannot be used to control the playback deck.  
RM-V704U is capable of controling basic operations of the  
recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY, STOP,  
PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not possible with some  
brands and models). Other buttons cannot be used.  
To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the  
controls on the recording deck itself.  
RM-V704U  
(provided with  
GR-AX460, optional  
for GR-AX260)  
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EDITING (cont.)  
36  
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.  
SELECT MODE  
Set the power switch to PLAY.  
1
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT  
Locate the point and press PAUSE on the camcorder  
2
3
or the remote control.  
RESET COUNTER  
Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than 2  
seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for less  
than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in the  
viewfinder.  
POWER  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the  
scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the  
recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the  
point where the new scene should start.  
4
M-0:12:34  
Tape Counter  
Insert editing  
indicator  
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE  
Press and hold INSERT, and press PAUSE. The Insert  
mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is  
aimed at appears on the screen.  
Viewfinder  
5
6
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Press Recording Start/Stop. When the counter  
reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and  
the camcorder enters the playback mode.  
NOTES:  
Insert Editing may not work correctly if a blank  
segment exists in the recorded tape.  
The tape may stop slightly before or after the  
designated end point, and noise bars may appear.  
Neither indicates a defect in the unit.  
To edit onto a tape with the recording safety tab  
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing  
mode. When the sound is to be recorded, press  
A. DUB and PAUSE simultaneously after Step 5. When  
INSERT and PAUSE are pressed simultaneously again,  
the unit re-enters the Video-signal-only Recording  
mode.  
REW  
PAUSE  
A. DUB  
INSERT  
PLAY  
If the camcorder’s mike is too close to the TV, or if the  
TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may  
occur.  
RM-V704U  
(provided with GR-AX460,  
optional for GR-AX260)  
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Audio Dubbing  
Audio dubbing indicator  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape  
(normal audio only).  
Viewfinder  
** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure  
(pg. 36) before continuing.  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the  
1
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.  
Mic  
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY  
MODE  
Press and hold A. DUB, and press PAUSE.  
2
3
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING  
Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,  
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the playback mode.  
NOTES:  
Audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape  
contains blank segments, or if the recording speed was  
changed during the original recording.  
If the camcorders mike is too close to the TV, or if the  
TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may  
occur.  
REW  
A. DUB  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
RM-V704U  
(provided with GR-AX460,  
optional for GR-AX260)  
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USER MAINTENANCE  
38  
After Use  
LENS COVER  
open/close switch  
Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the  
camcorder.  
1
2
3
4
5
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove  
the cassette.  
Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing  
PUSH.  
Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.  
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close  
the lens cover.  
BATT. RELESE  
Set to “POWER OFF”.  
EJECT  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
CLEAN EXTERIOR  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
1
CLEAN LENS  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with  
2
3
4
5
lens cleaning paper.  
PUSH  
REMOVE EYEPIECE  
Remove.  
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.  
CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
Remove dust using a blower brush.  
RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE  
Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn it  
clockwise.  
NOTES:  
Marks  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or  
alcohol.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack  
has been removed or other power units have been  
disconnected.  
Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
39  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
POWER  
No power is supplied.  
The battery pack has not been attached correctly  
(pg. 6).  
The battery pack is not charged (pg. 6).  
The power supply has not been correctly connected  
(pg. 7).  
RECORDING  
Recording cannot be performed.  
The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing.  
Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have  
sliding tabs. In this case, check the position of the tab.)  
Recording does not start.  
The camcorder power switch has not been set to  
CAMERA (pg. 12).  
PLAYBACK  
The tape is running, but there’s no  
playback picture.  
The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.  
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 (pg. 31).  
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  
(pg. 31).  
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot  
be performed.  
The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.  
OTHER  
The tape won’t eject.  
The battery pack is running low.  
Some functions are not available.  
The PROGRAM AE dial is set to LOCK (pg. 16).  
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 viewfinder.  
Sunlight is directly entering the lens.  
The picture is blurred in the Quick  
Review or Retake mode.  
The recording speed (SP/LP) has not been properly set  
(pg. 9).  
An error number (E01, etc.) appears  
in the viewfinder.  
Consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
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.  
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INDEX Controls  
40  
Controls  
@ # $ % ^&  
1 PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. pg. 16  
2 F1 [Function 1] Button ........................pg. 18  
3 PUSH Button......................................... pg. 9  
4 Function SEL. Button ........................... pg. 18  
5 F2 [Function 2] Button ........................pg. 18  
6 EJECT Switch ......................................... pg. 9  
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I 9 O 0  
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7 AUTO PAUSE ON/OFF Switch  
(GR-AX460 only) .................................pg. 14  
8 LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF Switch  
(GR-AX460 only) .................................pg. 15  
9 Diopter Adjustment ............................... pg. 9  
0 Power Zoom Switch ............................ pg. 13  
! BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ............ pg. 6  
P
a
@ MWB [Manual White Balance]  
Button ................................................. pg. 17  
# Recording Mode [SP/LP]  
Select Button ......................................... pg. 9  
Tape Length [TAPE30•45]  
!
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i o p e r W  
s
Select Button ......................................... pg. 9  
COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]  
Button ................................................. pg. 31  
$ EDIT Button ........................................ pg. 32  
% DATE/TIME +/– Buttons ......................... pg. 8  
CHAR. [Character] SET +/– Buttons ..... pg. 24  
TRACKING +/– Buttons ....................... pg. 31  
^ DATE/TIME SET Button ..........................pg. 8  
CHAR. SET Button............................... pg. 24  
R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button .................... pg. 34  
R
T
1 2  
3
6
& R.A.EDIT Button .................................. pg. 34  
* REW Button ........................................ pg. 30  
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... pg. 13  
( FF Button ............................................pg. 30  
RETAKE F Button .................................pg. 13  
7
8
) R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ................... pg. 34  
q STOP Button ....................................... pg. 30  
w PLAY/PAUSE Button ............................ pg. 30  
e POWER Switch .....................................pg. 8  
r Recording Start/Stop Button................ pg. 10  
t
Y
Q
4 5  
E
Connectors  
Other Parts  
t REMOTE Jack (For connection of the RM-V20U  
R Video light (GR-AX460 only) ............... pg. 15  
T Microphone  
wired remote control unit (optional).)  
y Shoulder Strap Eyelets ......................... pg. 10  
u EDIT Jack ............................................pg. 32  
i VIDEO Out Jack .................................. pg. 29  
o RF DC OUT Jack .................................pg. 29  
p AUDIO Out Jack .................................pg. 29  
Y Camera Sensor (Be careful not to cover this area;  
built-in here is the sensor necessary for  
shooting.)  
U Clock Battery Compartment .................. pg. 8  
I Battery Pack Mount ...............................pg. 6  
O Electronic Viewfinder ............................ pg. 9  
P LENS COVER Switch ........................... pg. 12  
a Grip Strap ........................................... pg. 10  
s Tripod Mounting Socket ...................... pg. 10  
Indicators  
Q Tally Lamp .......................................... pg. 12  
W Power On Indicator............................. pg. 12  
E LCD window (GR-AX460 only)  
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INDEX Viewfinder  
41  
6 7 8 9  
0
!
T
30 SP  
T
30MIN  
F2  
REC  
CINEMA  
F1  
FADER  
@
#
$
%
^
&
*
PAUSE  
SPORTS  
LENS COVER  
1
s
2
3
4
MWB  
W
INDEX  
FADER  
1 4S  
5MIN  
5
MERRY CHR ISTMAS  
10 : 55  
25. 12. 96  
( )  
q
w
Viewfinder Indications  
1, 2 PROGRAM AE Indicator ................ pg. 16  
Displayed at 2 for approx. 3 seconds when the  
PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one  
position to another. Then only the indicator  
remains at 1.  
3 Focus Indicator ...................................pg. 20  
4 White Balance Mode Indicator............ pg. 17  
5 Zoom Level Indicator ..........................pg. 13  
Exposure Indicator Bar ........................pg. 22  
! Recording Mode (SP/LP) Indicator ......... pg. 9  
@ Recording Indicator ............................. pg. 12  
# Record–Standby Indicator ................... pg. 12  
$ Lens Cover Warning ............................ pg. 12  
% Index Code Marking............................ pg. 14  
^ Fade–Standby Indicator ....................... pg. 18  
& Clock Battery Warning  
Appears when the clock (lithium) battery is not  
in place or exhausted.  
6 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator  
Changes as follows according to the battery  
pack’s remaining power level:  
For inserting or replacing  
the clock battery ................................... pg. 8  
* Insert Editing Indicator ........................ pg. 36  
Audio Dubbing Indicator .................... pg. 37  
”. When the power is  
almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unit  
shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully  
charged one ..........................................pg. 6  
( Condensation Warning  
When this indicator appears, all functions are  
disabled. Turn the unit off for a few hours, and  
when you turn it on again the indicator should  
disappear.  
7 Cassette Warning .................................. pg. 9  
Blinks when no cassette or a cassette with the  
Erase Protection tab removed is loaded.  
8 Intelligent Function Control  
Indicator ............................................. pg. 18  
9 Remaining Tape Time ..........................pg. 12  
) Instant Title ......................................... pg. 25  
q Date/Time/Character ........................... pg. 23  
w Interval  
Time/Recording Time Indicator ........... pg. 26  
0 Tape Length Indicator ............................ pg. 9  
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INDEX Terms  
42  
A
N
AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 7  
ND Effect Mode ...................................... pg. 16  
Animation Recording .............................. pg. 27  
Audio Dubbing ....................................... pg. 37  
Auto Date Record ................................... pg. 23  
Auto Focus.............................................. pg. 20  
Auto Mode Lock Mode ........................... pg. 16  
Auto Mode Release Mode ....................... pg. 16  
O
On-Screen Display.................................. pg. 23  
P
Playback ................................................. pg. 30  
Programme AE with Special Effects ......... pg. 16  
Provided Accessories .............................. pg. 4  
B
Battery Pack ............................................ pg. 6, 43  
Brighten the Image .................................. pg. 22  
Q
Quick Review ......................................... pg. 13  
C
R
Car Battery .............................................. pg. 7  
Cassette Adapter ..................................... pg. 28  
Character Generator ............................... pg. 24  
Charge Marker ........................................ pg. 7  
Charging the Battery Pack ....................... pg. 6  
Cinama Mode ......................................... pg. 19  
Clock (Lithium) Battery ........................... pg. 8  
Connection to a VCR/TV ......................... pg. 29  
Contents ................................................. cover  
Counter Memory ..................................... pg. 31  
Random Assemble Editing ....................... pg. 32–35  
Recording, Advanced Features ................ pg. 16–27  
Recording ............................................... pg. 12  
Recording, Start/Stop............................... pg. 12  
Recording Mode Setting.......................... pg. 9  
Recording-Standby.................................. pg. 12  
Remote Control Unit ............................... pg. 11  
Remove Cassette ..................................... pg. 9  
Retake..................................................... pg. 13  
Rewind Tape ........................................... pg. 30  
D
S
Darken the Image ................................... pg. 22  
Date/Time Insert...................................... pg. 23  
Date/Time Setting.................................... pg. 8  
Discharge the Battery pack...................... pg. 6  
Diopter Adjust......................................... pg. 9  
Self-Timer ............................................... pg. 16, 26  
Sepia Mode............................................. pg. 16  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ...................... pg. 10  
Shuttle Search ......................................... pg. 31  
Specifications.......................................... pg. 45  
Sports Mode............................................ pg. 16  
Still Playback .......................................... pg. 31  
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ...................... pg. 16  
Erase Protection ...................................... pg. 9  
Exposure Control .................................... pg. 22  
T
Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 30  
Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 32  
Tape Length Setting ................................. pg. 9  
Time-Lapse Shooting ............................... pg. 27  
Tracking .................................................. pg. 31  
Tripod Mounting ..................................... pg. 10  
Twilight Mode ......................................... pg. 16  
F
Fade-in/out ............................................. pg. 18  
Fast-Forward Tape ................................... pg. 30  
Focus Lock.............................................. pg. 20  
G
Grip Adjustment...................................... pg. 10  
V
H
Video heads ............................................ pg. 44  
Video Light ............................................. pg. 15  
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................ pg. 9  
Viewfinder, Indications............................ pg. 41  
High Speed Shutter Mode ....................... pg. 16  
I
Index Code Marking ............................... pg. 14  
Insert Cassette ......................................... pg. 9  
Insert Editing ........................................... pg. 36  
Instant Titles ............................................ pg. 25  
Intelligent Function Control .................... pg. 18–25  
W
White Balance Adjustment ...................... pg. 17  
Z
Zooming ................................................. pg. 13  
M
Manual Focus ......................................... pg. 21  
Master Edit Control ................................. pg. 32  
MBR code Setting ................................... pg. 33  
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CAUTIONS  
43  
3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .  
General Battery Precautions  
.... replace the battery pack when it begins to  
deliver less recording time per charge.  
When the RM-V20U (remote control), C-P6U or  
C-P7U (cassette adapter) are not functioning even  
when correctly operated, the batteries are  
exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones.  
Use only the following batteries:  
NOTE:  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
Temperature Ranges  
RM-V20U ................................. R03(AAA) size  
C-P6U or C-P7U ....................... R6(AA) size  
Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C  
Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C  
Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.  
NOTES:  
1. Refer to the RM-V20U and C-P6U/C-P7U  
instructions when replacing batteries.  
2. Do not use old and new batteries together.  
3. Do not use two different kinds of batteries.  
Although sizes may be the same, voltages may  
differ.  
Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
4. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they  
can leak or explode.  
5. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.  
6. Remove batteries from the unit if it is to be stored  
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage  
which can cause malfunctions.  
Cassettes  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
1. During use . . .  
..... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.  
..... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes  
automatically erases the previously recorded  
video and audio signals.  
Battery Packs  
..... make sure the cassette is positioned properly  
when inserting.  
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:  
..... do not load and unload the cassette  
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at  
all. This slackens the tape and can result in  
damage.  
..... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes  
the tape to fingerprints and dust.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
.... do not burn.  
Terminals  
..... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
..... out of direct sunlight.  
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
.... do not modify or disassemble.  
.... use only specified chargers.  
..... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service  
life . . .  
..... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic  
fields (such as those generated by motors,  
transformers or magnets).  
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
.... avoid repeated charging without fully  
discharging.  
..... vertically, in their original cases.  
Video Light  
.... 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.  
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 us e near flammable or explosive materials.  
.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.  
.... remove from charger or powered unit when  
not in use, as some machines use current  
even when switched off.  
Serious malfunctioning  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC  
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Serious malfunctioning  
44  
Main Unit  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
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.  
SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS  
Dust and dirt on video heads  
..... 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.  
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.  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
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.  
3. Taking care of your "C" format video cassette tapes..  
Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position,  
complete in their cassette cases.  
During transportation, always store cassettes in  
their cassette cases.  
4. Check recorded information at regular intervals. If  
the camcorder is equipped with a quick review  
facility, use this facility to check whether the picture  
is clear or not.  
If the quick review or playback picture is not clear,  
then the video heads may be dirty.  
..... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
..... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a  
cooking stove.  
..... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.  
..... 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) temperatures.  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
..... in places of over 50°C.  
..... in places where humidity is extremely low  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
..... in direct sunlight.  
..... in a closed car in summer.  
..... near a heater.  
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.  
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.  
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  
..... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
..... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.  
..... carry it by holding the viewfinder.  
..... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap.  
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:  
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.  
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.  
About moisture condensation . . .  
3 If the picture is clear, then recording on a new tape  
You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a  
glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass‘  
outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the  
head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a  
cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold  
room, under extremely humid conditions or in a  
place directly subjected to the cool air from an air  
conditioner.  
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.  
Important Note:  
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.  
• Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage  
to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to  
the camcorder itself.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
GENERAL  
45  
AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER  
(AA-V11EK) SPECIFICATIONS  
Format  
Power source  
Power consumption  
: VHS PAL standard  
: DC 6V  
Power requirement  
: AC 110 to 240 V`,  
50/60 HZ  
: 23 W  
GR-AX460 light on : 8.7 W  
GR-AX460 light off : 5.7 W  
Power consumption  
Output  
Charge  
VTR  
Charging system  
GR-AX260  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: 5.7 W  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
: Constant current, peak  
detection, timer  
controlled  
: PAL-type  
: FM recording  
: Converted sub-carrier  
direct recording  
*Conforms to VHS  
*standard  
Colour  
Dimensions  
Weight  
: 150 (W) x 42 (H)  
x 68 (D) mm  
: Approx. 400 g  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
: VHS-C cassette  
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)  
SPECIFICATIONS  
SP  
LP  
: 23.39 mm/sec  
: 11.70 mm/sec  
Dimensions  
: 188 (W) x 25 (H)  
Recording time Max.  
SP  
x 104 (D) mm  
: 45 minutes  
Weight  
Accessory  
: Approx. 240 g  
(with EC-45 cassette)  
: 90 minutes  
: “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1  
LP  
(with EC-45 cassette)  
Provided Accessories ...................... pg. 4  
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
Weight  
GR-AX260  
GR-AX460  
Dimensions  
: 35% to 80%  
: –20°C to +50°C  
Optional Accessories  
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U  
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E  
: Approx. 760 g  
: Approx. 770 g  
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7E  
•RF Unit RF-V5E  
•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V704U  
•Wired Remote Control Unit RM-V20U  
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-45/30  
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
(Including viewfinder) : 109 (W) x 113 (H)  
x 226 (D) mm  
CAMERA  
Pick up  
: 1/4" format CCD  
Minimum required  
illumination  
Illumination range  
Lens  
* Some acccessories are not available in some  
areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for  
details on accessories and their availability.  
: 3 lx (F1.2)  
: 3 to 100,000 lx  
: F1.2, f = 4.1 to 57.4 mm,  
14:1 power zoom lens  
with auto iris and macro  
control, filter diameter  
46 mm  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless  
otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and  
specifications subject to change without notice.  
Viewfinder  
: Electronic viewfinder  
with 0.5" black/white  
CRT  
White balance  
adjustment  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
VIDEO  
Output  
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (via VIDEO  
out connector)  
AUDIO  
Output  
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm (via  
AUDIO out connector)  
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