JVC GR-AX460, GR-AX260, GR-AX360 User Manual
COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-AX460
GR-AX360
GR-AX260
(GR-AX460 shown)
Compact VHS
ENGLISH
PAL
INSTRUCTIONS
YU30052-562-1
2
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. 3).
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to
read these as well.
•Basic and advanced features/operation are
separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 36, 37) and
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.
before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that
follow and cautions (Z pgs. 38, 39). 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 Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo or Maxell 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.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
n The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/
EEC.
n Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of
properly.
This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording is possible
anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V22U/V25U
battery packs and, to recharge them, the
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/
Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter
may be necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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.
PAL
n Camcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
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.
n Programme AE with Special Effects (Z pg. 14)
n Intelligent Function Control (Z pg. 16 – 23)
n 14x Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (Z pg. 11)
n EasyEdit (Random Assemble
Editing) (Z pg. 30 – 33)
n Desigh-Integrated
Auto Light
(GR-AX460 only)
(Z pg. 13)
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
PAL
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EG
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
•Lithium Battery CR2025
•Editing cable
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
•Shoulder Strap
•Cable adapter
CONTENTSMAJOR FEATURES
GETTING STARTED 4
Power............................................ 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery
Removal/Insertion ............................. 6
Date/Time Settings ............................ 6
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................ 7
Tape Length Setting ............................ 7
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 7
Grip Adjustment ................................ 8
Shoulder Strap Attachment ................... 8
Tripod Mounting ................................ 8
Remote Control Unit ........................... 9
RECORDING 10
Basic Recording ............................... 10
Basic Features ................................ 11
Advanced Features ........................... 13
PLAYBACK 26
Using The Cassette Adapter ................ 26
Basic Connections............................. 27
Basic Playback ................................ 28
Features ....................................... 29
EDITING 30
Tape Dubbing.................................. 30
Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit) ...... 30
Insert Editing.................................. 34
Audio Dubbing ................................ 35
INDEX 36
Controls........................................ 36
Connectors .................................... 36
Indicators ...................................... 36
Other Parts ................................... 36
Viewfinder .................................... 37
CAUTIONS 38
TROUBLESHOOTING 40
SPECIFICATIONS 41
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 41
3
•AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) cable
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V704U
(GR-AX460 only)
4
CHG. (charge) indicator
Marks
POWER
indicator
To AC outlet
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. The power indicator lights.
END
indicator
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 lights.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
When charging is completed, the END indicator
3
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch
of the arrow.
BATT. PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.
BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.
approx.
3 hrs. 30 min.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook on.
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
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
**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.
BATT. PACK
BN-V12U 1 hr. 5 min. (35 min.) 1 hr.
BN-V22U 2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.) 2 hrs. 10 min.
BN-V25U 3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.) 2 hrs. 50 min.
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AX460 only).
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME
GR-AX460/AX260 GR-AX360
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 4 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 that’s been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
**CHARGE MARKER
5
To AC outlet
DC OUT terminal
AC Power
DC cord
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EG
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-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.
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.
6
A
–/+ SET
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock (Lithium) Battery Removal/Insertion
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
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 (
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the supplied
4
lithium battery and push it in.
CLOSE COVER
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.
A
) and pull the
5
NOTE:
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”(Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
Date
Day/Month/Year
DATE ... Date setting is performed
DATE 1.1.00
TIME 0:00
Time
24-hour indication
TIME .... Time setting is performed
POWER
Date/Time Settings
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
1
SET DATE/TIME
Press SET and the day blinks. Press + or – to set
2
the day. Repeat to set month, year, hour and minute.
START CLOCK
Press SET. The blinking stops. The date and time are
3
both displayed for confirmation, then the time
display disappears.
NOTE:
The clock does not keep time while the date and time are
blinking.
TAPE30•45 tape length select button
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
T30
Tape length indicator
Viewfinder Adjustment
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.
Tape Length Setting
SET TAPE LENGTH
Set the tape length button according to the length of
1
the tape used. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time
and T45 = 45 minutes.
NOTE:
The tape remaining time indicator does not work with
tapes other than EC30 and EC45. (See Basic Recording
on pg. 10 for “tape remaining time indicator”.)
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
7
Turn to take up
slack.
GearErase Protection
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
Slide EJECT until holder opens. Do not use force to
1
open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
Make sure 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 present. If not,
cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some cassettes
have sliding tabs – in this case, check the tab’s
position.)
8
Recording Start/Stop button
1
3
2
1
2
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
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
switch. Refasten the Velcro strip.
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.
ADJUST LENGTH
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
2
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 2.
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
1
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
Infrared beam
effective area
10°
5m
30°
30°
10°
The transmitted beam may not be effective or
may cause misoperations when the remote
sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or
powerful lighting.
1
Remote sensor
2
0
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!
@
#
$
%
^
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-AX360/AX260.
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
Pull out the battery holder according to the type of
1
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.
INSERT BATTERY
Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)
2
side up, into the battery holder.
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER
Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.
3
*Read warning on lithium battery. (Z pg. 2)
A
B
9
&
Lock hole
Functions
Buttons With the camcorder’s power switch set to With the camcorder’s power switch set to
“CAMERA”. “PLAY”.
1 PAUSE IN connector — Z pg. 32
2 Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal.
transmitting window
3 MBR SET button — Z pg. 31
4 INT. TIME button Self-Timer/Time lapse (Z pg. 24, 25) —
5 REC TIME button Animation/Time lapse (Z pg. 25) —
6 FF button Retake (Forward) (Z pg. 11) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 28)
7 REW button Retake (Rewind) (Z pg. 11) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 28)
8 PAUSE button — Pause (Z pg. 29)
9 PLAY button — Playback start (Z pg. 28)
0 START/STOP button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.
! VISS button Index code marking (Z pg. 12) —
@ ZOOM (T/W) button Zoom (invariable speed) (Z pg. 11) —
# VCR CTL button — Z pg. 31
$ A. DUB button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 35)
% STOP button — Stop (Z pg. 28)
^ INSERT button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 34)
& R. A. EDIT button — Z pg. 32
Release tab
10
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. 4)
●
Tape Length Setting (Z pg. 7)
●
Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 8)
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.
POWER
Start/Stop
The power indicator
Tape remaining time
indicator
45MIN 44MIN
1MIN (Blinking)
0MIN (Blinking)
* MIN.....(Now calculating)
Tally lamp
3MIN
2MIN (Blinking)
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
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,
REC
and “
” appears in the viewfinder.
STOP RECORDING
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again.
4
•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 (Z pg. 11) 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.
RECORDING
Basic Features
11
Zoom indicator
Zoom-in
T
W
T
W
RETAKE
Power zoom switch
T
W
Zoom-out
FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE: To vary the length of the focal lens and
produce zoom in/out effect.
T
OPERATION:
Zoom In
1) Pull the power zoom switch down
W
toward “T”.
Zoom Out
2) Push the switch up toward “W”.
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
(Z pg. 18, 19), then zoom in or out
in Record mode.
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check end of last recording for
confirmation.
OPERATION: 1) Press “
” for less than 2 seconds
during Record–Standby mode.
•Tape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–
Standby mode for next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at start of
playback. This is normal.
FEATURE: Retake
PURPOSE: 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.
12
START/STOP
VISS
RECORDING
FEATURE: Index Code Marking
PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any
OPERATION:
NOTES: ●
selected point on a recording. Auto
Marking and Manual Marking are
available.
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.
●
Basic Features (cont.)
INDEX blinks in the viewfinder
during marking.
If VISS is pressed during Record–
Standby mode, the mark is placed
where START/STOP is pressed.
If the date changes during a recording, it becomes the first recording of
the new date and an index mark is
placed at that point.
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
AUTO PAUSE
Record-Standby
Normal
Record
Record-Standby
Up
Upside down
Record-Standby
Down
FEATURE: AUTO PAUSE SYSTEM (GR-AX460
PURPOSE: To automatically stop recording when
OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When
NOTES: ●
only)
the camcorder is pointed down,
preventing accidental recordings of the
ground, your feet, etc.
the camcorder is tilted down by a
large degree from its horizontal
position during recording, the
Record-Standby mode is automatically 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 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”.
RECORDING
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF
Advanced Features
13
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.
OFF : Turns off the light.
•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s
power on.
•It is recommended to set the white balance to
indoor mode (
video light.
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
NOTES:
n Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink in the
viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is low, the
camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn
on the video light, or when you start recording with the
video light turned on.
n 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
(Z pg. 14) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
•While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 14) is engaged, the
light will not activate.
) (Z pg. 15) when you use the
DANGER:
n 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.
n Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it remains
extremely hot.
n When operating, keep a distance of about
30 cm between the video light and people or object.
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.
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