JVC GR-AX660EK, GR-AX760EA, GR-AX760EE, GR-AX760EK, GR-AX760U Instructions Manual
GR-AX760
GR-AX660
COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
YU30052-550-1
Compact VHS
PAL
(GR-AX760 shown)
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
6
RECORDING
14
Basic Recording ...................... 14
Basic Features ........................ 15
Video Light ........................... 17
Advanced Features .................. 18
Date/Time Insert .................... 18
Snapshot ................................ 19
Digital Image Stabilizer
(D.I.S.) ................................... 20
Exposure Control .................... 20
White Balance Adjustment ...... 21
Focusing ................................ 22
Programme AE With Special
Effects.................................... 24
Fade/Wipe ............................. 26
Using Menu For Detailed
Adjustment............................. 28
Instant Titles........................... 30
Self-Timer .............................. 32
Animation .............................. 33
Time Lapse ............................. 33
PLAYBACK
34
Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 34
Basic Connections .................... 35
Basic Playback ....................... 36
Features ............................... 37
EDITING
38
Tape Dubbing ......................... 38
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ...
38
Insert Editing ......................... 42
Audio Dubbing ........................ 43
USER MAINTENANCE
44
TROUBLESHOOTING
45
INDEX
47
Controls ............................... 47
Connectors ............................ 48
Indicators ............................. 48
Other Parts ........................... 48
Viewfinder ............................ 49
Terms .................................. 50
CAUTIONS
51
SPECIFICATIONS
53
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.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Using This Instruction Manual
• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table
Of Contents (
Z cover page).
• 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. 47 – 50) and
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before
use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and
cautions (
Z pgs. 51, 52). They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of your
new camcorder.
IMPORTANT
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured
black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured
Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC
Publ. 65.
Warning on lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
n Dispose of used battery promptly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
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.
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.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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.
3
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/BNV25U 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.)
n This 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.
PAL
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.
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!
4
MAJOR FEATURES
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
Programme AE with Special
Effects (
Z pg. 24)
n Cinema n Sepia n Twilight n Sports
n High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter
Multi Function Control
(
Z pg. 20 – 33)
Random Assemble Editing
(
Z pg. 38 – 41)
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
Zoom-in
Zoom-out
Digital Hyper Zoom (Z pg. 15)
Digital Image Stabilizer
(
Z pg. 20)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
882
2
554411663
3
7
7
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EK
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
•Cassette Adapter
C-P7U
•Editing Cable
•DC Cord •Cable adapter
Built-In Auto Light
(GR-AX760 only) (
Z pg.17)
Digital Wipes and Fades
(
Z pg. 26)
● Black Fader ● Blue Fader
● Mosaic Fader ● Shutter Wipe
● Slide Wipe
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V704U
(GR-AX760 only)
•Lithium Battery
CR2025
x2 for GR-AX760
x1 for GR-AX660
•Shoulder Strap
5
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
SUPPLY POWER
Using the battery pack
1
Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the
camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z P. 6)
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.
SHOOTING
1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to
open the lens cover.
2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”.
— The power indicator will light and an
image will appear in the viewfinder.
3 Press RECORDING START/STOP.
— Recording starts.
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
press the Recording Start/Stop button once
again.
(For more details, Z P. 14)
2
Push in.
1
Hook on.
BATT. RELEASE
3
1
PUSH
Insert.
EJECT
2
2
REW
1
Set to “PLAY”
1
LENS COVER
open/close knob
3
Recording Start/Stop button
2
Set to “CAMERA”
INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE
1 Slide EJECT.
2 Insert a video cassette.
3 Press PUSH.
(For more details, Z P. 11)
STOP
3
PLAY/PAUSE
PLAYBACK
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 in the viewfinder.
•To stop playback, press STOP.
(For more details, Z P. 36.)
n
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS
VCR using the Cassette Adapter. Z P. 34
6
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
1
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
outlet. The power indicator lights.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
The CHG. indicator lights.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
3
When charging is completed, the END indicator
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
of the arrow.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
2
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
BATT. PACK RECORDING TIME
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 5 min. (40 min.)
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.)
BN-V25U approx. 3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.)
BATT. PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.
BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.
REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch
CHG. (charge) indicator
To AC outlet
Marks
END
indicator
Hook on.
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
POWER
indicator
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.
( ): When the Video Light is on (GR-AX760 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.
7
**CHARGE MARKER
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.
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 battey pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
●
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery
pack.
●
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
●
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
●
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.
●
If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
●
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
●
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
●
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
●
A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to
continue.
●
The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
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.
Charge marker
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EK (provided)
To car’s
cigarette
lighter
socket
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
DC cord
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
To AC outlet
To
DC OUT
terminal
To
DC IN
Jack
8
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock Battery (Lithium) Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
1
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
supply unit.
OPEN COVER
2
Open the clock battery compartment cover while
pressing the release tab.
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)
3
Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the
battery and the compartment (
A
) and pull the
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
4
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the CR2025
lithium battery and push it in.
CLOSE COVER
5
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.
NOTE:
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”(Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
Viewfinder Adjustment
POSITION VIEWFINDER
1
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
(see illustration at left).
SELECT MODE
2
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
ADJUST DIOPTER
3
Turn the diopter adjustment control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
A
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
3
1
2
9
Tele Macro OFF
Gain Up AGC
Color Filter NOR.
Tape Length T30
Title
Sub Menu
Set
Cancel
1.1.00 10:45
Date/Time
Date/Time Setting
SELECT MODE
1
Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and the
Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
SELECT FUNCTION
3
Press – to move the highlight bar down to “Date/
Time”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time
screen appears.
SET DATE/TIME
4
Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set
begins blinking, then press + or – to until the correct
setting appears.
•If you decide you want to return the date and time
to the previous settings, press FAR or NEAR to
move the highlight bar to “Cancel”, then press
MENU.
•If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5.
START CLOCK OPERATION
5
Once you’ve set the day, month, year and time,
press FAR or NEAR until “Set” begins to blink, then
press MENU. The Main Menu screen reappears.
CLOSE MAIN MENU
6
Press MENU.
NOTES:
●
To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (Z pg. 18).
●
If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (30. 2., 31. 6.,
etc.) and perform step 5, “Input Error” appears blinking
at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to
input the correct number.
–
+
NEAR
FAR
Shooting mode selector
MENU
Set POWER to
“CAMERA”.
Main Menu
Screen
Set Time and
Date Screen
Date
Day/Month/Year
Time
24-hour indication
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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Tele Macro OFF
Gain Up AGC
Color Filter NOR.
Title
Sub Menu
Date/Time
Tape Length T45
T30
T45
T60
Tape Length Setting
SELECT MODE
1
Set the Power switch to “CAMERA”, and the
Shooting Mode selector to “PRESET”.
ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
SELECT FUNCTION
3
Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “Tape
Length”.
SET TAPE LENGTH
4
Press FAR or NEAR to cycle through until the correct
setting appears (depending on the tape used). T30 =
30 minutes of recording time, T45 = 45 min. and
T60 = 60 min. (when recording in SP mode).
CLOSE MAIN MENU
5
Press MENU.
NOTES:
●
The tape remaining time (Z pg. 14) displayed in the
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has
been selected.
●
When using a 60-minute tape, the tape ramaining time
displayed will not be accurate.
FAR
–
+
NEAR
MENU
Shooting mode selector
Main Menu
Screen
11
SP
LP SP
Recording Mode Setting
1
Pressing SP/LP alternates the setting between SP
(standard play-provides higher picture and sound
quality, better for dubbing) and LP (Long Play-more
economical, recording at 1/2 the speed of SP).
NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
1
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
2
Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
3
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.
●
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.)
SP/LP
Gear
Turn to take up
slack.
Erase Protection
12
2
3
1
2
1
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
EXPAND LOOP
1
Separate the Velcro strip.
INSERT HAND
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
3
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate
the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom
lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
1
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back
and thread it through the keeper 2, and then
through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to
attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,
making sure the strap isn’t twisted.
ADJUST LENGTH
2
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 2.
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
1
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
Recording Start/Stop button
13
10°
5m
10°
30°
30°
Infrared beam
sensor window
Infrared beam
effective area
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.
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-AX760, and is available optionally for GR-AX660.
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
1
Pull out the battery holder according to the type of
remote control unit you have.
Type A: Pull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock
hole.
Type
B
: Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery
holder.
INSERT BATTERY
2
Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)
side up, into the battery holder.
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER
3
Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.
*Read warning on lithium battery. (Z pg. 2)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
!
#
@
$
%
^
&
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. 40
2 Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal.
transmitting window
3 MBR SET button — Z pg. 39
4 INT. TIME button Self-Timer/Time lapse (Z pg. 32, 33) —
5 REC TIME button Animation/Time lapse (Z pg. 33) —
6 FF button Retake (Forward) (Z pg. 15) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 36)
7 REW button Retake (Rewind) (Z pg. 16)/ Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 36)
Quick Review (Z pg. 15)
8 PAUSE button — Pause/Play (Z pg. 37)
9 PLAY button — Playback start (Z pg. 36)
0 START/STOP button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.
! VISS button Index code marking (Z pg. 16) —
@ ZOOM (T/W) buttons Zoom (invariable speed Z pg. 15) —
# VCR CTL button — Z pg. 39
$ A. DUB button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 43)
% STOP button — Stop (Z pg. 36)
^ INSERT button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 42)
& R. A. EDIT buttons — Z pg. 39
A
B
Lock hole
Release tab
14
25min
120min 119min
3min
2min (Blinking)
1min (Blinking)
0min (Blinking)
* min.....(Now calculating)
RECORDING
Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
●
Power (Z pg. 6)
●
Tape Length (Z pg. 10)
●
Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 11)
●
Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 12)
LOAD A CASSETTE
1
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
2
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open
the lens cover, then set the power switch to
“CAMERA”.
•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
3
Press the RECORDING START/STOP button.
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,
and “
REC
” appears in the viewfinder.
•If you want to turn the tally lamp off, see page 29.
STOP RECORDING
4
Press the RECORDING START/STOP button again to
stop recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
LENS COVER
SWITCH
POWER
Start/Stop
The power indicator
Tape remaining time indicator
Tally lamp
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.
●
The indicated remaining time is approximate.
●
The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.
●
The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been
selected (Z pg. 10).
●
When using a 60-minute tape, the tape ramaining time displayed will not be accurate.
●
“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 you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (Z pg. 16) to find the end of
the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.
●
The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 8 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover is
closed.
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T
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
RECORDING
Basic Features
FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or
an instantaneous change in image
magnification.
OPERATION: 28X Hyper zoom
Digital circuitry doubles the
maximum 14x magnification offered
by optical zoom.
1) To zoom in, slide the Zoom Lever
toward “T”.
2) To zoom out, slide toward “W”.
NOTES: ●
During Hyper Zoom, the speed
increases the further you slide the
Zoom Lever.
●
Focusing may be come unstable
during Hyper Zoom. In this case,
set the zoom while in Record –
Standby, set manual focus or Focus
Lock (Z pg. 22, 23), then zoom in
or out in Record mode.
●
The Zoom Level Indicator (5) only
moves during optical zoom. Once
the indicator reaches “T”, all
magnification from that point is
through digital processing.
●
During digital image processing,
the quality of the image may suffer.
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check the end of the last
recording.
OPERATION: 1) Press “
” and release quickly
during the Record–Standby mode.
• Tape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–
Standby mode for the next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at start of
playback.
This is normal.
Zoom-in
Zoom indicator bar
Zoom-out
Zoom level
indicator
Power zoom lever
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RECORDING
Basic Features (cont.)
FEATURE: Index Code Marking
PURPOSE: 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 marked to start the
first recording after a cassette is
inserted, as long as the Power switch
is set to “CAMERA”.
Manual Marking
1) Press VISS once to place the index
code. INDEX blinks in the
viewfinder during marking.
NOTE:
If VISS is pressed during
Record–Standby mode, the mark is
placed where RECORDING
START/STOP is pressed.
FEATURE: Retake
PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments.
OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the
Record–Standby mode.
2) Press either RETAKE button to
reach the start point for new
recording.
3) Press RECORDING START/STOP
to start recording.
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake.
This is normal.
FEATURE: Auto Pause System (GR-AX760 only)
PURPOSE: To automatically stop recording
when the camcorder is pointed
down, preventing accidental
recordings of the ground, your feet,
etc.
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
automatically engaged. “AUTO
PAUSE” appears in the viewfinder.
NOTES: ●
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”.
AUTO PAUSE
Down
Record-Standby
Record
Record-Standby
Record-Standby
Normal Upside down
Up
RETAKE
START/STOP
VISS
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX760,
optional for GR-AX660)
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Video Light (GR-AX760 only)
When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the
scene by using the built-in video light.
SET VIDEO LIGHT
1
Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required.
ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the
camcorder is turned on.
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on
the subject.
OFF : Turns off the light.
•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s
power on.
•It is recommended to set the white balance
(Z pg. 21) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the
video light.
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
NOTES:
●
Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink in the
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 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 ON/
AUTO/OFF switch.
•
While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode
(Z pg. 25) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
•
While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 25) is engaged, the
light will not activate.
DANGER
•The video light become extremely hot. Do not
touch it either while in operation or soon after
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it
remains extremely hot.
•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm.
between the video light and people or objects.
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
•It is recommended that you consult your nearest
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF
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