JVC GR-AX247UM, GR-AX847UM Instruction Manual

COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER

CAMARA DE VIDEO VHS COMPACTO
CÂMERA VHS COMPACTA

GR-AX847UM
GR-AX247UM

Compact VHS

ENGLISHPORTUGUÊS ESPAÑOL

INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

INSTRUÇÕES

LYT0105-001B

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact
VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the
safety information and precautions contained
in the following pages to ensure safe use of
your new camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in
the Table Of Contents (Z pg. 7).

•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to
read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are
separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 51 – 54) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.
before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that

follow and cautions (Z pgs. 55, 56). They
contain extremely important information
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C
or incinerate.
Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic
(Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025;
use of another battery may present a risk of fire
or explosion.

n Dispose of used battery promptly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in

fire.

This camcorder is designed to be used with
NTSC-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-V11U/V12U/V18U/V22U/
V25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/
Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter
may be necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

NOTES:

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.

CAUTIONS:

n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

n When you are not using the AC Power

Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect
the power cord from AC outlet.

EN 3

IMPORTANT PRODUCT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful func­tions. But improper use can result in potential
electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has
been engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in
safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing.

ATTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions
marked on your product and its operating instruc­tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and
operating instructions before you operate this
product and keep this manual for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Power Sources

Operate your product only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power
company. If your product is intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.

2. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.

3. Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience recepta­cles, and the point where they exit from the
product.

4. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered.

•Do not block the openings by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

•Do not place the product in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.

5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected
to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70, provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conduc­tors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.

3. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION

ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

•Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product.

•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table recommended by the manufacturer or sold
with the product.

•Use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for any mounting of the product.

•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across
thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product and cart combina­tion to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product
near water—for example,
near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink or
laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a
swimming pool and the
like.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product as they may cause
hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits
a marked change in performance and you are
unable to restore normal operation by following the
detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do
not attempt to service it yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in safe
operating condition.

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE

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3

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2

EN 5

SUPPLY POWER

Hook on.

1

Push in.

2

BATT. RELEASE

Using the battery pack

Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the

1

camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 8)

2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into

place.

To remove the battery pack

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.

PLAYBACK

PLAY/PAUSE

INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE

EJECT

PUSH

1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.
2 Insert a video cassette.
3 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.

(For more details, Z pg. 13)

SHOOTING

3

1

Set to “PLAY”

2

REW

1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.
2 Press REW.

— The tape will automatically stop at the

beginning of the tape.

3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.

— Playback starts and the playback picture

appears.

•To stop playback, press STOP.
(For more details,

Or simply play back the tape on a VHS
VCR using the Cassette Adapter (VHS
Playpak). Z pg. 34

Z pg. 36.)

STOP

LENS COVER
Open/Close
Switch

Set to “CAMERA”

Recording Start/Stop Button

1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch

to open the lens cover.

2 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.

— The power indicator will light and an

image will appear.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

— Recording starts.

•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once
again.
(For more details,

Z pgs. 16, 17)

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MAJOR FEATURES

REMEMBER

The Logical Choice

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

used with your VHS VCR*

Program AE with Special
Effects (

n Auto Mode Lock
n Auto Mode Release
n Electronic Fog Filter n ND Effect
n Sepia n Twilight n Sports
n 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter
n 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

Z pg. 22)

Integrated Auto Light
(GR-AX847 only) (

Z pg. 21)

5Sec.-Rec (5 sec. Recording)

Z pg. 19)

(

22x Optical Hyper Zoom

Z pg. 18)

(

Zoom-in

Zoom-out

Program Manager

II

(Z pg. 22 – 33)

Program AE with Special Effects,
Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant
Title, Menu Adjustment (Focus,
Exposure Control and so on.)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V15U

• DC Cord

Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorder.

•Remote Control
Unit RM-V705U
(GR-AX847 only)

• Shoulder Strap

•Cassette Adapter
(VHS Playpak) C-P7U

•Lithium Battery CR2025

•Battery Pack

• BN-V18U for GR-AX847

• BN-V11U for GR-AX247

• x 2 for GR-AX847 (clock operation

and remote control unit)

• x 1 for GR-AX247 (clock operation)

CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED

Power .............................................................................................. 8

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal.................................................10

Date/Time Setting ............................................................................. 11

Recording Mode Setting ....................................................................... 12

Tape Length Setting ............................................................................12

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................... 13

Grip Adjustment ................................................................................ 14

Viewfinder Adjustment ........................................................................14

Shoulder Strap Attachment....................................................................15

Tripod Mounting ................................................................................ 15

EN 7

8

RECORDING

Basic Recording .................................................................................16

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

Advanced Features ............................................................................. 22

PLAYBACK

Using The Cassette Adapter...................................................................34

Basic Connections............................................................................... 35

Basic Playback .................................................................................. 36

Features ......................................................................................... 37

TAPE DUBBING

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX847 only)

Random Assemble Editing .....................................................................42

Insert Editing .................................................................................... 46

Audio Dubbing .................................................................................. 47

USER MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

Viewfinder Indications ......................................................................... 51

Controls .......................................................................................... 52

Connectors.......................................................................................52

Indicators ........................................................................................52

Other Parts......................................................................................52

Terms ............................................................................................. 54

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34

39

40

48

49

51

CAUTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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57

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CHG. (charge)
indicator

REFRESH indicator

Marks

To AC outlet

REFRESH switch

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 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

SUPPLY POWER

Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall

1

outlet.

REFRESH

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH
function that allows you to fully discharge
the battery pack before recharging. Perform
the REFRESH function after no less than 5
chargings.

To discharge the battery . . .

..... attach the battery pack to the adapter

as shown in the above illustration.
Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH
indicator lights when discharging
starts, and goes out when discharging
is complete.

Hook on.

1

1

Push in.

2

BATT. RELEASE

ATTENTION:

Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

2

direction of the arrow until it locks in place.

•The CHG. indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,

3

charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite
the direction of the arrow.

BATT. PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE

BN-V11U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V18U approx. 1 hr. 40 min. approx. 5 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.
BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

1

battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

2

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

BATT. PACK GR-AX847 GR-AX247

BN-V11U — 75
BN-V12U 75 (40) 75
BN-V18U 110 (65) —
BN-V22U 150 (90) 155
BN-V25U 200 (120) 200

( ) : when the video light is on. (GR-AX847 only)

EN 9

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 colors are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.

•The battery pack BN-V18U does not have a
charge marker.

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 8 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.

●

While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger
does not charge the battery. When disharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.

●

High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.

●

If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.

●

Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.

●

To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

●

Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.

●

The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

DC OUT
terminal

To DC
IN jack

DC cord

Car Battery Cord
AP-V7U (optional)

Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3U (optional)

To AC outlet

AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V15U

To car’s
cigarette
lighter socket

USING A CAR BATTERY

Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the
illustration to the left).

NOTES:

●

When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.

●

The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can
also be used to charge the battery pack.

●

When using the optional Car Battery Charger or
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective
instruction booklet.

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
the illustration to the left).

NOTE:

The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.

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GETTING STARTED

A

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.

SWITCH OFF POWER

Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power

1

supply unit.

OPEN COVER

Open the clock battery compartment cover while

2

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

Ensure that the plus (+) side is up and insert a

4

CR2025 lithium battery and push it in.

CLOSE COVER

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

(cont.)

5

NOTE:

See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.

Select Dial

MENU
Jog Dial

Viewfinder

MENU

4

MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE

DATE TIME

TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

Menu Screen

YEAR

MONTH
DAY
TIME

EXIT

DATE/TIME Setting Menu

4

MENU END

FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

DATE TIME

PM 12:00

MENU

AUTO
AUTO
JAN
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST

1998

JAN

AUTO
AUTO
DEC
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST

1. 98

1

25. 98

12-hour
indication with
AM or PM

EN 11

Date/Time Setting

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the

1

Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

2

to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME
Setting Menu appears.

•If you decide you want to return the date and time
to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial
to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then
go to step 6.

•If you want to set only the time without changing
the date, go to step 4.

SET DATE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

3

to the item you want to set and then press it. When
the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog
Dial until the correct setting appears and then press
it. The setting stops blinking.

•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with
the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).

SET TIME

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

4

to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. When the
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute
setting stops blinking.

START CLOCK OPERATION

When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,

5

TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu
Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

6

NOTE:

To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (

Z

pg. 20).

12 EN

SP/EP Recording
Mode Button

Select Dial

MENU Jog Dial

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

SET RECORDING MODE

First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Press SP/EP

1

Button for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)
provides higher picture and sound quality and is
better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is
more economical, providing three times as the
recording time.

NOTE:

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

Viewfinder

SP

MENU

4

MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO

TAPE LENGTH

M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

Menu Screen

TAPE LENGTH

T20

T30
T40

EXIT

TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu

MENU

4

MENU END

FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

AUTO
AUTO
DEC
OFF

T40

AUTO
FAST

AUTO
AUTO
DEC
OFF
T20
AUTO
FAST

T40

25.98

25.98

Tape length
indicator

Recording
mode
indicator

Tape Length Setting

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the

1

Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

2

to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE
LENGTH Setting Menu appears.

SET TAPE LENGTH

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

3

to the correct setting. T20=20 minutes of recording
time, T30=30 minutes, and T40=40 minutes (in SP).

•If you decide you want to return the tape length to
the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

4

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.
Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the
Menu Screen.

NOTES:

●

The displayed tape remaining time (Z pg. 17) is
correct only if the correct tape length has been
selected.

●

Once you have set the tape length, it remains un­changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO
LOCK.

1

3

3

Erase Protection Gear

2

2

Turn to take
up slack.

EN 13

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force

1

to open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure the label is facing outward.

2

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and

3

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.

●

Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position
that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some
cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

●

The cassette holder can’t be opened while the
camcorder is in the record mode.

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Recording Start/Stop Button

Power Zoom Button

GETTING STARTED

Grip Adjustment

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

1

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

2

grip.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate

3

the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom
Button. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

(cont.)

3

1

1

2

2

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

1

(see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

Set the Power Switch to CAMERA.

2

ADJUST DIOPTER

Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

3

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

2

1

1

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 buckle 2. Repeat the
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the
other eyelet 3, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.

EN 15

3

ADJUST LENGTH

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1.

2

Tripod Mounting

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

1

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.

16 EN

LENS COVER Switch

RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (Z pg. 8)

●

Recording Mode/Tape Length Setting (Z pg. 12)

●

Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 14)

Power
indicator

Power Switch

Start/Stop Button

Tally lamp (GR-AX847 only)
(lights while recording is in progress)

LOAD A CASSETTE

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

1

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.

ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE

Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open

2

the lens cover, then set the Power Switch to
CAMERA.

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder
enters the Record-Standby mode.

•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.

START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

3

REC

•“

” appears in the viewfinder while recording is

in progress.

Tape remaining time indicator

25MIN

(Now calculating)

120MIN

119MIN

Start/Stop Button

MIN

3MIN

2MIN

(Blinking)

1MIN

(Blinking)

0MIN

(Blinking)

EN 17

STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop

4

recording.

•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.

NOTES:

●

A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply
is attached.

●

There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the
holder opens. Do not use force.

●

The displayed remaining time is approximate.

●

The time required to calculate the remaining tape
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.

●

The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the
correct tape length has been selected (Z pg. 12).

●

“TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end,
and the power goes off automatically if left in this
condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears
when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is
loaded.

●

If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes
without performing Zoom or any other operations, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the
Power Switch to “POWER OFF”, and then back to
“CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.

●

If the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed after the
Record-Standby mode has continued for over
5 minutes, recording may not start immediately.

●

If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle (such
as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during
recording), use the Retake function (Z pg. 19) to find
the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of
it.

●

The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds
when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is
closed.

18 EN

RECORDING

Basic Features

Zoom-in

Power Zoom button

Select Dial

4

FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.

ZOOM SPEED

4

FAST

SLOW

Viewfinder

MENU

MENU END

NEXT

Menu Screen

ZOOM SPEED

Zoom-out

Zoom indicator bar

MENU Jog Dial

AUTO
AUTO
JAN

1.98
OFF
T30
AUTO

FAST

FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or

an instantaneous change in image
magnification.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

Press the “T” of the Power Zoom
Button.

Zoom Out

Press “W” of the Power Zoom
Button.

n Zooming speed is available. A total

of 4 zoom speeds are available. 2
speeds can be selected depending
on how hard the Power Zoom
Button is pressed (press the button
fully for regular-speed, press it
lightly for slow-speed), while 2
speed levels (FAST/SLOW) can be
selected in the ZOOM SPEED
Menu depending on the overall
speed you prefer.

The combinations of zoom speeds
are shown in the chart below.

Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the
Menu

1) Set the Select Dial to any position

except AUTO LOCK and press the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
appears.

2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move

the highlight bar to “ZOOM
SPEED”, then press it. The ZOOM
SPEED Setting Menu appears.

3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move

the highlight bar to the desired
speed and press it twice. The
Menu Screen disappears and
setting is completed.

NOTE:

Focusing may become unstable
during Zooming. In this case, set the
zoom while in Record–Standby, lock
the focus by using the manual focus
(Z pg. 29), then zoom in or out in
Record mode.

EXIT

ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu

Zooming Speed ( 1 – 4 in order of speed)

“ZOOM SPEED”
in the Menu
Screen

FAST 1 (fastest) 3

SLOW 2 4 (slowest)

Pressing the Power Zoom Button

fully lightly

: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.

5SEC. REC

RETAKE (R/F)

Viewfinder

PAUSE

5S

5Sec. Rec mode indicator

EN 19

FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check the end of the last

OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quickly

NOTE:

FEATURE: Retake
PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments.
OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the

NOTE:

FEATURE: 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
PURPOSE: To record a scene for 5 seconds,

OPERATION: 1) During Record-Standby, press

NOTE:

recording.

during the Record-Standby mode.

n Tape is rewound for about 2

seconds and played back
automatically, then pauses in
Record-Standby mode for the
next shot.

Distortion may occur at start of
playback. This is normal.

Record-Standby mode.

2) Press either RETAKE button to
reach the start point for new
recording. Pressing “F” forwards
the tape and pressing “R” reverses
it.

3) Press Recording Start/Stop Button
to start recording.

Noise may appear during Retake.
This is normal.

providing quick scene transitions like
those seen in TV programmes.

5SEC. REC. “

5S” appears and

5Sec. Rec is reserved.

2) Press Recording Start/Stop Button.
Recording starts, and after
5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record­Standby mode automatically.

n To cancel the 5Sec. Rec.

function, press 5SEC. REC again
so that “ 5S” disappears.

The Fader (Z pg. 24) cannot be
activated by pressing 5SEC. REC.

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DATE/TIME

Select Dial

Date display

Time display

Date/Time display

Auto Date Record mode

Date-off mode (No display)

Date display

Time display

Date/Time display

DEC 25.98

PM10:50:00

Display

Auto Date Record mode

AUTO DATE

Auto date record mode

DEC 25.98

Auto date record
executed

RECORDING

FEATURE: Date/Time Insert
PURPOSE: To display the date and time in the

OPERATION: 1) Turn the Select Dial to any

NOTES:

Basic Features (cont.)

viewfinder or on a connected color
monitor, as well as to record them
manually or automatically.

position except AUTO LOCK.

2) Choose a display mode by
pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly
while in Record-Standby to cycle
through the modes as shown in the
illustration at left.

n You should have already

performed the Date/Time Setting
procedure (Z pg. 11). If you
haven’t, do so first.

DISPLAY

●

The selected display can be
recorded.

●

If you don’t want to record the
display, select the Date-off mode
before shooting.

●

If you want to delete the display
during shooting, press DATE/TIME.

●

To recall the display, engage the
Record-Standby mode and press
DATE/TIME repeatedly until the
desired display appears.

AUTO DATE RECORD

●

Your camcorder automatically
records the date for about 5
seconds after recording is initiated
in the following situations:

•

After changing the date.

•

After loading a cassette.

•

After Auto Date Record mode is

selected by pressing DATE/TIME.
In this mode, the date is replaced
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”
but this is not recorded.

●

Setting the Select Dial to AUTO
LOCK always engages the Auto
Date Record mode, and disables
all other modes.

DEC 25.98

PM10:50:00

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

DANGER

n The video light can become extremely

hot. Do not touch it either while in
operation or soon after turning it off,
otherwise serious injury may result.

n Do not place the camcorder into the

carrying case immediately after using
the video light, since it remains
extremely hot for some time.

n When operating, keep a distance of

about 30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video
light and people or objects.

n Do not use near flammable or explosive

materials.

n It is recommended that you consult your

nearest JVC dealer for replacing the
video light.

EN 21

FEATURE: Video Light (GR-AX847 only)
PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural

OPERATION: 1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

NOTES: ●

lighting is too dim.

Switch as required:

ON : Always keeps the light on

AUTO : Automatically turns on

OFF : Turns off the light.

n The video light can only be used

n It is recommended to set the

n When not using the video light,

as long as the camcorder
is turned on.

the light when the
camcorder senses
insufficient lighting on the
subject.

with the camcorder’s power on.

white balance (Z pg. 31) to

HALOGEN mode ( ) when you

use the video light.

turn it off to save battery power.

Even if the battery indicator ( )
does not blink if the battery pack’s
charge is low, the camcorder may
turn off automatically when you
turn on the video light, or when
you start recording with the video
light turned on.

●

When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
Switch is set to “AUTO”:

•

Depending on the lighting
conditions, the video light may
keep turning on and off. In this
case, manually switch the light
on or off using the LIGHT OFF/
AUTO/ON switch.

•

While the Sports or High-Speed
Shutter mode (Z pg. 23) is
engaged, the light is likely to stay
on.

•

While the Twilight mode
(Z pg. 23) is engaged, the light
will not activate.

22 EN

1 second later, the mode is activated.

SEPIA

Viewfinder

Select Dial

After 1 sec.

1

0

0

0

1

/

1

O

L

A

0

0

0

2

/

EFFECT

WIDE TITLE

SUPER
LOLUX

Mark

K

C

T

U

O

RECORDING

Advanced Features

Program AE With Special Effects

All you have to do to access any of the variety of
shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.

SELECT MODE

Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function

1

you want is aligned with the mark.

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are
displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name
disappears, and only the indication remains. The
mode is activated.

•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release
mode is selected, only the mode’s name is
displayed. Then the name disappears and the
mode is activated.

NOTES:

●

Only one effect can be engaged at a time.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader
(Z pg. 24) is used in the Sepia mode.

●

The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.

●

In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture

R

E

L

E

A

M

O

S

D

E

E

F

G

N

D

color may be adversely affected if subject is lit by
alternating discharge-type light sources such as
flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.

Dial Viewfinder

symbol indication

Mode

Dial Viewfinder

symbol indication

EN 23

Mode

LOCK AUTO LOCK

Auto Mode Lock

Auto Mode Lock

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing
incorrect operation due to accidental button
pressing during shooting.

•In this mode the following controls are disabled;
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.

RELEASE AUTO RELEASE

Auto Mode Release

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto
Mode Lock.

FG FG : FOG

Electronic
Fog Filter

Electronic Fog Filter

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.

ND ND:ND EFFECT

ND Effect

ND Effect

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on
the subject.

TWILIGHT

Twilight

Twilight

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more
natural and dramatic. The following happens when
Twilight mode is selected:

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but
can also be manually changed to another mode
(Z pg. 31).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of
10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject­to-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use
manual focusing (Z pg. 29).

SPORTS

Sports

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
action.

1/1000 S 1/1000

1/2000 S 1/2000

1

2

1/1000 sec.
High Speed Shutter

1/2000 sec.
High Speed Shutter

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

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

SEPIA

Sepia

Sepia

The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of
an older movie. Use together with Wide (Z pg. 24)
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood
movie.

24 EN

Fade-in

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Fader

This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to black
blank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and fade­out works at recording end or when you enter Record­Standby mode.

Viewfinder

4

EFFECT

FADER

After 2 sec.

EFFECT

WIDE

Viewfinder

Fade-out

Recording
Start/Stop
Button

ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE

Press EFFECT to engage the Fade-Standby mode.

1

B

K

•“

FADER” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.

Then “FADER” disappears, and only “

B

K

” remains.

START OR END RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in

2

or fade-out.

TO CANCEL FADE-STANDBY
MODE

B

While “

K

” is displayed, press EFFECT.

3

•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade-standby mode is canceled.

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 (Z pg. 23).

●

With the Electronic fog filter mode (Z pg. 23)
engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.

Wide

This feature allows you to record black bars at the top
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like
“wide-screen” effect.

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

Press WIDE.

1

Wide mode

NOTE (for Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, and Instant Titles) :

When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings
(Fade-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Title : off). Then when the Select
Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK, the above functions return to the settings you
selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK. However, if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK, the
selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any
position except AUTO LOCK.

•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.

Viewfinder

4

S.LX

MAX

MAX

NORM

OFF

After 2 sec.

TITLE
SUPER LOLUX

EN 25

Super LoLux(Gain Up)

Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with
low or poor lighting.

SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE

Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the

1

modes as shown at left. Once the desired mode
appears, it is engaged.

•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2
seconds, then disappears.

MAX : To record a subject in a dark lit

NORM : To record a subject in a dimly lit

OFF : Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no

environment. When it is more convenient
to shoot the subject with a brighter image
even if the picture becomes slightly
coarse.

environment. When it is more convenient
to shoot with a less coarse picture
although the subject becomes slightly
dark. This setting is suitable for measuring
sensitivity conforming to EIA-639 (EIA*
Standard for Low Light Sensitivity
Measurement).
*EIA : Electronic Industries Association

picture brightness adjustment.

Viewfinder

Title display

HAPPY BIRTHDAY No display

OUR VACATION

MERRY CHRISTMAS

A SPECIAL DAY

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

OUR NEW BABY

WEDDING DAY

CONGRATULATIONS

Instant Titles

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title
as shown in the illustration to the left.
Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also
in French, Spanish and Portuguese. Change the setting in
TITLE LANG. in the Menu screen. (Z pg. 26, 27).

SELECT PRESET TITLE

Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset

1

titles until the desired title is displayed.

26 EN

Select Dial

Viewfinder

4

MENU END

FOCUS

EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

Menu Screen 1

MOVIE MENU

4

BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
TALLY LAMP

TITLE LANG.

JLIP ID NO.
DEMO MODE



4

MENU END

Menu Screen 2

TITLE LANG.

ENGLISH

FRENCH

SPANISH
PORTUGUESE

EXIT

Setting Menu

(ex. TITLE LANG.)

MOVIE MENU

4

BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
TALLY LAMP
TITLE LANG.
JLIP ID NO.
DEMO MODE




4

MENU END

Normal Screen

MENU

AUTO

AUTO

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DEC
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST

OFF
OFF
ON

ENGLISH

07
OFF

OFF
OFF
ON
FRENCH
07
OFF

MENU Jog Dial

GR-AX847 only

GR-AX847 only

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

1

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears.

SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar

2

on the desired function.

•When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of
Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically
displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top
of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically
displayed.

•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,
then go to step 5.

MAKE SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the

3

selected function appears. The setting procedure
depends on the function you select.

If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, or
“DATE/ TIME” . . .

... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 28, 29,

EXPOSURE: Z pg. 30, DATE/TIME: Z pg. 11).

If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .

... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number

blinks, then rotate it until the desired number
appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog
Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

If you select any other functions . . .

... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight

bar to the desired setting.

• If you decide you want to return to the pre­vious setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

END SETTING

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

4

reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen

5

reappears.

NOTES:

●

The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE” are not
available while in the Record mode.

●

For GR-AX247: The tally lamp is not built-in. “TALLY LED” in
the Menu Screen is always set to “OFF” and cannot be set to
“ON”.

Menu Screen Explanations

EN 27

FOCUS Adjusts focus automatically.

EXPOSURE Adjusts exposure automatically.

DATE/TIME Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 11).
TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus

TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (Z pg. 12).
M.W.B. This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system senses

ZOOM SPEED Allows you to set the zooming speed (Z pg. 18).

REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse

INT. TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (Z pg. 32) and Time-

TALLY LAMP

TITLE LANG. Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)

JLIP ID NO. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a

DEMO MODE Automatic demonstration will not take place.

AUTO
MANU
AUTO
MANU

OFF
ON

AUTO

: FINE
: CLOUD
: HALOGEN

MWB
FAST

SLOW

recording (

Lapse recording (

ON

OFF

of Instant Titles (

computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory
setting is 07.

OFF
ON

Z pg. 33).

Allows you to adjust focus manually (Z pg. 28, 29).

Allows you to adjust exposure manually (Z pg. 30).

depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance
more than 1m (3.3 ft.) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at
the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can
shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx.
60 cm (2 ft.).

•

Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

the color temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic
white balance adjustment. However, precise color adjustment is
not possible under the following conditions:

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

•

When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors.

In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for
white balance adjustment (

Z pg. 31).

Z pg. 33).

The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
(available only for GR-AX847)

The tally lamp remains off at all times.
(GR-AX247: always set to this mode.)

Z pg. 25).

Demonstrates certain functions such as the Fader, Instant Titles
etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen
is closed, demonstration starts.

NOTES:

● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows
recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available.

● By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection
tab is in the position that allows recording into it, “DEMO MODE” is
set to “OFF” automatically.

● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.

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

28 EN

Focus detection zone

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Focusing

Auto Focus

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,
correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations
listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall,
or a clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast
background.

* The low-contrast warning “

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 (Z pg. 18). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,
the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend­ing on the distance between the camcorder and the
subject. When Tele Macro (Z pg. 27) is activated, the
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

” appears.

Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU

4

MENU END

FOCUS

EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

Menu Screen

AUTO

AUTO
DEC
OFF
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AUTO
FAST

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MENU Jog Dial

No indication
during
recording

EN 29

Manual Focus

NOTE:

You should already have made the necessary viewfinder
adjustments (Z pg. 14). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

1

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on
“FOCUS”.

ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN

Press the MENU Jog Dial.

2

ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

3

to “MANU”, then press it. “
focus is locked at this point.

” and “ ” appear. The

FOCUS

AUTO

MANU

EXIT

Focus Menu Screen

Manual Focus Screen

No indication
during
recording

ADJUST FOCUS

To farther subject . . .

4

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “ ” appears and
blinks.
Go to step 5.

To nearer subject

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears
and blinks.
Go to step 5.

. . .

END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

5

reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU
END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

6

disppears and “ ” reappears to indicate the focus
is locked.

NOTES:

●

To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.

●

To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from
step 1.

●

Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,
sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at
longer focal lengths.

●

When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

30 EN

Select Dial

Viewfinder

MENU

4

MENU END
FOCUS

EXPOSURE

DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED

4

NEXT

Menu Screen

EXPOSURE

AUTO

MANU

EXIT

Exposure Menu Screen

AUTO

AUTO

DEC
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST

25.98

00

MENU Jog Dial

No indication
during
recording

No indication
during
recording

Exposure
control
level
counter

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override and make
the adjustment manually.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO

1

LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears.

ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU
SCREEN

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

2

to “EXPOSURE” and press it.

ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar

3

to “MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control
level counter) appears.

ADJUST EXPOSURE

To brighten the image . . .

4

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure
control level counter increases (maximum +06).
Go to step 5.

To darken the image

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure
control level counter decreases (maximum –06).
Go to step 5.

END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

5

reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU
END”.

CLOSE MENU

Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen

6

disappears and the exposure control level counter
reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.

. . .

Manual Exposure Screen

To brighten the image

–

06

+

06

To darken the image

NOTES:

●

To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 3.

●

To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step

1.