JVC GR-AXM20, GR-AXM10U, GR-AXM20EK, GR-AXM20U Instructions Manual

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GR-AXM20 GR-AXM10

COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0002-0K3A

Compact VHS

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For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

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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. 47 – 50) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

...... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety

Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The AA-V11U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with: AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.

CAUTION (applies to the AA-V11U)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION (s’applique à l’AA-V11U)

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 

 The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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 (212°F) 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.

NOTES:

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

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

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference – Causing Equipment Regulations.

“Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.”

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSCtype color 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/ 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.)

ATTENTION:

The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 51 and 52 before use.

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5. 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.

6. 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.

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. Grounding or Polarization

(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized

alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire

grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. 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.

3. Overloading

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

4. 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.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION  810-20)

GROUNDING  CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

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

GROUND CLAMP

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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.

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.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

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Using the battery pack

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

QUICK OPERATION GUIDE

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 or the LCD monitor.

•To stop playback, press STOP.

(For more details,

Z pg. 32.)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

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

Z pg. 35

1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to

open the lens cover.

2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”.

— The power indicator will light and an

image will appear in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

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 pg. 15, 16)

•The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.

•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.

SUPPLY POWER

INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE

PLAYBACK

SHOOTING

1 Slide MONITOR OPEN to open the LCD

monitor.

•Open to an angle of over 45 degrees.

2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder. 3 Insert a video cassette. 4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.

(For more details, Z pg. 13)

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REW

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

Set to “PLAY”

LENS COVER open/close knob

Recording Start/Stop button

Set to “CAMERA”

MONITOR OPEN

EJECT

PUSH

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MAJOR FEATURES

REMEMBER

Program AE with Special Effects (

Z pg. 20)

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

Random Assemble Editing (

Z pg. 37 – 39)

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V11U

Cassettes marked

can be used with this camcorder.

Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (

Z pg. 18)

Zoom-in

Zoom-out

LCD Color Monitor (Z pg. 16)

The Logical Choice

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

used with your VHS VCR*

554

11663

•Battery Pack BN-V11U

•Remote Control Unit RM-V705U (GR-AXM20 only)

•Cassette Adapter (VHS PlayPak) C-P7U

•DC Cord

•Shoulder Strap

•Lithium Battery CR2025

• x2 for GR-AXM20 (clock operation and remote control unit)

• x1 for GR-AXM10 (clock operation)

Integrated Auto Light (GR-AXM20 only) (

Z pg. 19)

180°

90°

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CONTENTS

GETTING STARTED

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

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

Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................................... 10

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

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

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

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

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

Shoulder Strap Attachment........................................................... 14

Tripod Mounting ....................................................................... 14

RECORDING

Basic Recording ........................................................................ 15

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

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

PLAYBACK

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

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

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

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

EDITING

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

Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit)................................................ 37

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AXM20 only)

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

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

USER MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

LCD monitor/Viewfinder ............................................................. 47

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

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

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

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

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

CAUTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

ESPAÑOL

FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)

WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

PLAYBACK

EDITING

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GETTING STARTED

**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 above illustration. Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete.

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 outlet. The power indicator lights.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place. The CHG. indicator lights.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

When charging is completed, the END indicator lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow.

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

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-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs. BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.

BATT. LCD monitor on/ LCD monitor off/ PACK Viewfinder off Viewfinder on

GR-AXM20 GR-AXM10 GR-AXM20 GR-AXM10

BN-V11U 50 (35) 50 55 (35) 55 BN-V12U 50 (35) 50 55 (35) 55 BN-V22U 110 (75) 110 115 (75) 120 BN-V25U 150 (100) 150 155 (105) 160

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.

REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch

To AC outlet

POWER indicator

END indicator

( ): when the light is on (GR-AXM20 only).

CHG. (charge) indicator

Marks

BATT. RELEASE

Hook on.

Push in.

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**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.

NOTES:

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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 battey pack, and discharging times are for fully charged battery pack.

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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.

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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:

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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.

DC cord

Charge marker

DC OUT terminal

To AC outlet

To DC in jack

AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V11U

Car Battery Cord AP-V7U (optional)

To car's cigarette lighter socket

Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3U (optional)

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GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal

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

SWITCH OFF POWER

Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power supply unit.

OPEN COVER

Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab.

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)

Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the battery and the compartment (A) and pull the battery out.

INSERT BATTERY

Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert a CR2025 lithium battery and push it in.

CLOSE COVER

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

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability (see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

ADJUST DIOPTER

Turn the diopter adjustment control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

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SET CANCEL

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JAN 1.00 AM 12:00

GAIN UP S.LX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER 

DATE/TIME 

END :MENU KEY

Date/Time Setting

SELECT MODE

First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

SELECT FUNCTION

Press – to move the highlight bar down to “DATE/ TIME”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time screen appears.

SET DATE/TIME

Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set begins blinking, then press + or – 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

Once you’ve set the date and time, press FAR or NEAR until “SET” begins to blink, then press MENU.

The Menu screen reappears.

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU.

NOTES:

●

To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (Z pg. 26).

●

If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (FEB 30, JUN 31, etc.) and perform step 5, “INPUT ERROR” appears blinking at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or

NEAR to input the correct number.

FAR

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Menu Screen

Time

12-hour indication with AM or PM

Date

Month/Day/Year

Set Time and Date Screen

NEAR

PROGRAM AE select dial

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T30

T20

T30 T40

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Tape Length Setting

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

SET TAPE LENGTH

Press T20•30•40 until the required indication appears in the LCD monitor or the veiwfinder. T20 = 20 minutes of recording time, T30 = 30 minutes, and T40 = 40 minutes (in SP).

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (Z pg. 15) displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

SET RECORDING MODE

Press SP•EP button. “SP” (Standard Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more economical, recording at 1/3 the speed of SP.

NOTE:

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

T20•30•40 tape length select button

Tape length indicator

Recording mode indicator

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

SP-EP recording mode button

LCD monitor or viewfinder

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Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees.

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force to open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure the label is facing outward.

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked.

CLOSE LCD MONITOR

First make sure the holder is closed. Then close the LCD monitor.

NOTES:

●

Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.

●

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

●

Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack.

●

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

●

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

GearErase Protection

Turn to take up slack.

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GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Grip Adjustment

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

ATTACH STRAP

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the keeper 2, and then through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.

ADJUST LENGTH

Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to prevent slipping 2.

Tripod Mounting

ALIGN AND TIGHTEN

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

CAUTION:

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

Recording Start/Stop button

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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. 8)

●

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

●

Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 14)

LOAD A CASSETTE

First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked.

Shooting while watching the viewfinder

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open the lens cover, then set the power switch to CAMERA.

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

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

START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress, and “

REC

” appears in the viewfinder.

STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop recording.

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

Tape remaining time indicator

Tally lamp

NOTES:

●

When the power switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.

●

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

●

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

●

The tape’s remaining time is displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder as shown.

●

The indicated remaining time is approximate.

●

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

●

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

●

While shooting, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove some indiations from the screen (Z pg. 47).

●

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

●

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

●

If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (Z pg. 18) to find the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.

●

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

●

While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.

Power indicator

LENS COVER Switch

POWER

Start/Stop

DISPLAY button

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RECORDING

Basic Recording (cont.)

Shooting while watching the LCD monitor

Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 15).

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open the lens cover, then set the power switch to CAMERA.

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

•The scene you’re aimed at appears in the LCD monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed upon it.

START SHOOTING

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best viewability (Z pg. 17) and press the Recording Start/Stop button.

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress, and “

REC

” appears in the LCD monitor.

STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop recording.

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

NOTES:

●

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder (Z pg. 15).

●

For other notes, refer to pg. 15.

25MIN

120MIN

119MIN

3MIN

2MIN (Blinking)

1MIN (Blinking)

0MIN (Blinking)

-MIN

(Now calculating)

LENS COVER Switch

POWER

Start/Stop

Power indicator

Tape remaining time indicator

MONITOR OPEN

Tally lamp

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Journalistic shooting

In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results.

OPEN LCD MONITOR

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.

TILT LCD MONITOR

Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction.

•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).

Brightness control

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by turning the BRIGHT dial.

ADJUST BRIGHTNESS

If you want to brighten the image...

Turn the dial toward “+”.

If you want to darken the image...

Turn the dial toward “–”.

Self-recording

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.

TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD

Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees so that it faces forward.

START RECORDING

Point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

•During self-recording, the monitor image and indications do not appear inverted as when viewing a mirror.

BRIGHT dial

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RECORDING

Basic Features

FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: Varies the focal length of the lens

and produces the zoom in/out effect.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

1) Push the power zoom lever down

toward “T”.

Zoom Out

1) Push the lever up toward “W”.

NOTES: ●

The further the power zoom lever is pushed, the faster the zoom speed becomes.

●

Focusing may become unstable during zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record– Standby, set manual focus or Focus Lock (Z pgs. 22, 23), then zoom in or out in Record mode.

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

ing.

OPERATION: 1) Press “

” and release quickly

during the Record–Standby mode.

•Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the next shot.

NOTE:

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

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

Record–Standby mode.

2) Press either RETAKE button to

reach the start point for new recording. Pressing “F” fast-forwards the tape and pressing “R” reverses it.

3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start

recording.

NOTE:

Noise may appear during Retake. This is normal.

Zoom-out

Zoom-in

RETAKE (R/F)

Power zoom lever

Zoom indicator

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Video Light (GR-AXM20 only)

When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the scene by using the built-in video light.

SET VIDEO LIGHT

Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required. 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. 27) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the video light.

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

NOTES:

●

Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off 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. 21) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•

While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 21) is engaged, the light will not activate.

DANGER

•The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. (1 ft.) 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 OFF/AUTO/ON

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Dial LCD monitor/

Mode

symbol Viewfinder indication

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 “fancy“ look.

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.

RECORDING

Advanced Features

Dial LCD monitor/

Mode

symbol Viewfinder indication

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; FADE, WIDE, TITLE, DISPLAY, M.W.B (Manual White Balance), Manual Focus, Focus Lock, Exposure Control and MENU

Auto Mode Release

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

Auto Mode Lock

LOCK

AUTO LOCK

Auto Mode  Release

RELEASE

AUTO RELEASE

Electronic Fog Filter

FG:FOGFG

ND EffectND:ND EFFECTND

Program AE With Special Effects

All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark.

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder for approx. 1 second. Then the name disappears, and only the indication remains. The mode is 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-lighted situations.

●

In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture color may be adversely affected if subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.

SEPIA

1 second later, the mode is activated.

After 1 sec.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Mark

PROGRAM AE select dial

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–

Dial LCD monitor/

Mode

symbol Viewfinder indication

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.

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 “

” (outdoor mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode (Z pg. 27).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-tocamera distance is less than 10 m, use manual focusing (Z pg. 23).

Dial LCD monitor/

Mode

symbol Viewfinder indication

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.

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

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

Sports

SPORTS

Sepia

SEPIA

Twilight

TWILIGHT

1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter

1/1000

S 1/1000

1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter

1/2000

S 1/2000

Exposure Control

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

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

BRIGHTEN IMAGE

Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level indicator appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

OR . . .

DARKEN IMAGE

Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level indicator appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

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

RESTORE INITIAL SETTING

Press + and – simultaneously. The standard setting is immediately restored and the Exposure level indicator disappears.

To brighten the image

To darken the image

Exposure Level Indicator

LCD monitor or viewfinder

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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 in the viewfinder.*

•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 “

” appears in the LCD

monitor or the viewfinder.

Focus Lock

This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially helpful in the following situations:

•When things pass between your subject and the camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your subject in before recording.

•When you want your subject to be focused, and to appear in a corner of the screen. First, center on the subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then engage the focus lock function and move the camcorder until the subject is where you want it.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

LOCK FOCUS

Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “ ” appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

RELEASE FOCUS LOCK

Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The focus lock indication disappears.

Focus detection zone

NEAR

FAR

PROGRAM AE select dial

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. 29) is activated, the camcorder will not zoom out automatically.

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Manual Focus

NOTE:

You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (Z pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

ADJUST FOCUS

To farther subject . . .

Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications

“ ” appear and “ ” blinks. Go to step 3.

To nearer subject

. . .

Press and hold NEAR. The Manual Focus indications “ ” appear and “ ” blinks.

Go to step 3.

LOCK FOCUS

Release FAR or NEAR. The focus indication is replaced by the focus lock indication “ ” and the adjusted focus is locked in.

RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE

Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The Manual Focus mode is immediately released and the focus lock indication disappears.

NOTES:

●

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

●

When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “

” or “ ” will blink.

PROGRAM AE select dial

FAR

NEAR

Power zoom lever

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FADE

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 fade-out works at recording end or when you enter Record–Standby mode.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

FADE

” appears.

ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE

Press SET to engage the Fade–Standby mode. The Fade-Standby indication “FADE” is displayed.

START RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and activate fade-in.

OR . . .

END RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and engage fade-out.

NOTES:

●

Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop button allows you to record a black blank screen.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is used with Sepia (Z pg. 21).

●

With the Electronic fog filter mode (Z pg. 20) engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.

Wide

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

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

WIDE

” appears.

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

Press SET.

RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN

Press SET again while “

WIDE

” appears.

FADE IN

FADE OUT

Function indication

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Fade-Standby indication

SET button

SEL. button

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Wide mode

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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.

DISPLAY

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

TITLE

” appears.

SELECT PRESET TITLE

Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is displayed.

NOTES:

●

To delete the Instant Title during recording, press SET.

●

To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and then press SET to select the desired title.

Character Generator

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

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU

Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “SET CHARACTER”, then press NEAR. The Character Set menu appears.

INPUT CHARACTERS

Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to the desired character, then press MENU. The selected characters appear at the bottom of the screen. Repeat as many times as desired (max. 18).

•To select the location of the next character, press +, –, FAR or NEAR to highlight the row of squares at the bottom of the screen, then press FAR or NEAR to make the desired location blink. Press + when you’re done, and the pointer returns to the character grid.

END CHARACTER SETTING

Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make “END” blink, then press MENU twice to return to the normal screen.

NOTES:

●

To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make “CLEAR” blink by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR, then press MENU. All characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase selected characters only, first move the pointer to the row

of squares by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR to highlight them. Press FAR or NEAR to make the desired character blink, then press +, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to “

” in the top left corner. Press MENU.

●

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

●

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

TITLE

No indication

HAPPY BIRTHDAY OUR VACATION MERRY CHRISTMAS A SPECIAL DAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR NEW BABY WEDDING DAY CONGRATULATIONS

The characters you have  set using Character  Generator

GAIN UP S.LX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07

SET CHARACTER 

DATE/TIME 

END :MENU KEY

J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å & : . , ’ – / ! ? ¿ k 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

A B C D E F G H I

END

I L I

CLEAR

SET : MENU KEY

J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å & : . , ’ – / ! ? ¿ k 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

A B C D E F G H I

END CLEAR

SET : MENU KEY

I L I KE YOU

SET button

MENU button

NEAR

FAR

SEL. button

LCD monitor or viewfinder

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Title indication

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RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Date/Time Character Insert

This feature allows you to display date, time and characters in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected color monitor, record them manually or automatically, and even make your own titles.

NOTE:

You should already have performed the Date/Time Setting procedure (Z pg. 11). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.

DISPLAY

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT DISPLAY

Press SEL. repeatedly until “

DISP.

” appears.

CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE

Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through the modes as shown in the illustration at left.

NOTES:

●

The selected display can be recorded.

●

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

●

If you want to delete the display during shooting, press SET.

●

If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the Record–Standby mode and then select the desired display mode using SET.

AUTO DATE 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

SET.

In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”.

NOTES:

●

Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the auto date record mode, and disables all other modes.

●

In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes while you’re shooting, the date indication is recorded for about 5 seconds from that point. It is not recorded during any other recordings made on that day.

DISP.

Auto Date Record mode

Date display

Date/Time display

Character Generator

Date-off mode

Date display

Auto Date Record mode

Date/Time display

Character Generator

Auto date record  mode

Auto date record  executed

No Characters  stored 

Example of stored  characters

DEC 25.97

AUTO DATE

IN PARIS, FRANCE

PM 10:50

SET CHAR

DEC 25.97

SET

SEL.

LCD monitor or viewfinder

PROGRAM AE select dial

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M.W.B.

MWB

No indication  (Auto)

MWB

Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.)

This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system senses 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.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

SELECT FUNCTION

Press SEL. reapeatedly until “

M.W.B.

” appears.

SELECT WHITE BALANCE

Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the required indication appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

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

Balance setting (see below)

“ ” ......... Outdoors on sunny day

“ ” ........ Outdoors on cloudy day

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

MWB

MWB sets the color temperature for the subject’s light source so you can shoot with natural colors that are unaffected by surroundings, even when there are multiple subjects with different color temperatures.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

ADJUST FOCUS

Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually (Z pg. 23).

ADJUST WHITE BALANCE

Press SET until “MWB” appears, then press and hold SET for more than 3 seconds.

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

finder during adjustment, then stops blinking but stays lit when adjustment is complete.

NOTES:

●

To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press SET until the indication disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to “AUTO LOCK”.

●

Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned off and on again, or when the PROGRAM AE select dial’s position has been changed.

●

When adjusted by putting colored paper in front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST FOCUS”), this unit makes its color temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colors. For example, when adjusting with red, blue or yellow colors, the image becomes the color which aproximates to green, orange or purple respectively.

SET

SEL.

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

White balance mode indicator

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PAUSE

GAIN UP S.LX

TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER  DATE/TIME 

END :MENU KEY

GAIN UP NORM

TELE MACRO ON

INTERVAL TIMER 1MIN REC TIME 1/2S JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER  DATE/TIME 

END :MENU KEY

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.

SELECT MODE

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

SELECT FUNCTION

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

MAKE SETTING

The setting procedure depends on the function you select.

If you select GAIN UP, TELE MACRO, INTERVAL

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

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

until the desired setting appears.

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

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

each function (SET CHARACTER – Z pg. 25; DATE/TIME – Z pg. 11).

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.

NOTE:

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

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

NEARFAR

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has been changed from the factory settings, this mark appears.

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NOTE:

During shooting in low light, Auto Focus accuracy may decrease even when Gain Up is used. In this case, use Manual Focus (Z pg. 23).

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

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

convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse. Automatically selected when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK mode. (S.LX : Super LoLux)

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

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

OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

adjustment.

OFF Usually set to this position. ON Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus

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

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

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (Z pg. 30) and Time-Lapse recording (Z pg. 31).

This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse recording (Z pg. 31).

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.

Allows you to input characters. (Z pg. 25). Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 11).

GAIN UP

JLIP ID NO.

SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME

REC TIME

INTERVAL TIMER

TELE MACRO

OFF 15 S 30 S 1 MIN 5 MIN

OFF 1/4 S 1/2 S 1 S

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1MIN 1/2S

GAIN UP S.LX TELE MACRO OFF

INTERVAL TIMER OFF

REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER  DATE/TIME 

END :MENU KEY

OFF

15S30S

1MIN5MIN

OFF

1/4S

1/2S1S

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Self-Timer

You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start/Stop button and the actual start of recording. If you secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

SET INTERVAL TIME

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to “INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired time appears. Choose from “15S”, “30S”, “1MIN”, “5MIN”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.

CLOSE MENU

Press MENU.

START DELAYED RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button. The tally lamp begins blinking, and the blinking frequency increases about 5 seconds before recording is to start. Once recording begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays lit.

To Release Self-Timer . . .

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

Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set “INTERVAL TIMER” to “OFF”.

NEARFAR

Tally lamp

PROGRAM AE select dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Interval Timer Indicator

Rec Time Indicator

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Animation

Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement. This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same object for a brief period of time.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

SET RECORDING TIME

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to “REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle

through the choices. Stop when the desired time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”, “1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

START RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button after focusing on the subject. The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES

Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures.

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

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

NOTES:

●

For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.

●

Fade-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.

●

Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.

Time-Lapse

You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN RECORDINGS

SET RECORDING TIME

Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to “REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”, “1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

START TIME-LAPSE RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button. Recording and intervals alternate automatically.

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

To release when the tally lamp is not blinking, set “REC TIME” and “INTERVAL TIMER” in the Menu screen to “OFF”. To release when the tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set “INTERVAL TIMER” and “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.

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PLAYBACK

Basic Playback

LOAD A CASSETTE

SELECT MODE

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Then set the power switch to PLAY. The Power On indicator lights.

PLAYBACK

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in the LCD monitor.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP.

Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode.

Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor

To brighten the image, turn the BRIGHT dial toward “+”. To darken the image, turn the dial toward “–”.

Speaker volume control

You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the VOLUME dial.

ADJUST VOLUME

If you want to turn up the volume...

Turn the dial toward “+”.

If you want to turn down the volume...

Turn the dial toward “–”.

NOTES:

●

The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the power switch to POWER OFF, then to PLAY.

●

When the power switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power.

●

When the LCD monitor is turned off, sound is not heard from the speaker.

●

The playback picture can also be viewed in the viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut) or on a connected TV (

pg. 34). Camcorder operation is the

same as described in this section.

●

You can also view the playback picture on the LCD moitor with it flipped over and retracted.

●

During playback, pressing DISPLAY lets you remove all indications from the screen.

M-1:23:45

POWER

REW

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP DISPLAY

Speaker

VOLUME

BRIGHT

Tape running indicator

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/

Forward Search

: Rewind/Reverse

6 : Still Playback

Tape counter

Recording mode indicator

LCD Monitor in Retracted Position

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FEATURE: Manual Tracking PURPOSE: To eliminate noise bars that appear

on the screen during playback.

OPERATION: 1) Press either +/– button as many

times as necessary for best picture.

NOTES: ●

To reset TRACKING to the original preset, press both + and – buttons simultaneously.

●

Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.

FEATURE: Still Playback PURPOSE: To pause during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during

playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE again.

NOTE:

Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback. This is normal.

FEATURE: Shuttle Search PURPOSE: To allow high-speed search in either

direction.

OPERATION:

Forward Search

1) Press FF during playback.

Reverse Search

1) Press REW during playback.

NOTE:

Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken in Shuttle Search. This is normal.

FEATURE: Counter Memory Function PURPOSE: To make it easier to locate a specific

tape segment.

OPERATION: 1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for

more than 2 seconds. The counter resets to “0:00:00”.

2) Press COUNTER R/M. “M” appears.

3) After recording or playback, press STOP, then REW. The tape

automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.

4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback.

NOTES: ●

The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and Rewind modes.

●

To disable Counter Memory Function, press COUNTER R/M less than 1 second so the “M” disappears.

PLAYBACK

Features

STOPFF

REW PLAY/PAUSE

COUNTER R/M

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There are three basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals.

Connection To A VCR [A] (Editing, Dubbing and Playback)

NOTE:

Use the optional Audio and Video cables.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR.

SUPPLY POWER

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

SELECT MODE

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

Connection To A TV With A/V Input Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional Audio and Video cables.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV.

SELECT MODE

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

Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input Connectors (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit.

* Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection

procedure.

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

●

To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape, set the camcorder’s Power switch to “CAMERA”, then set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

●

If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder playback picture.

PLAYBACK

Basic Connections

To AUDIO and VIDEO connectors

VCR

Audio and Video cables (optional)

When connecting the cables, open the jack cover.

To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors

Antenna

RF unit RF-V5U (optional)

To AUDIO, VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors

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PLAYBACK

Using The Cassette Adapter

Cassette Adapter (VHS PlayPak)

Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading.

INSERT BATTERY

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install one “AA(R6)” size battery as shown in the illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the compartment door.

PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other.

REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.

NOTES:

●

During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection.

●

During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen.

●

To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with adhesive tape.

VCR

Compartment door

Compact video cassette

Recording safety hole

Reels

Sliding latch

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EDITING

Tape Dubbing

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

Following the illustration at left, connect the camcorder and the VCR.

PREPARE FOR DUBBING

Set the camcorder’s Power switch to “PLAY”, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.

SELECT VCR MODE

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

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press PAUSE on the camcorder.

START EDITING

Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s Record mode.

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press PAUSE on the camcorder.

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

VCR (Recording deck)

PLAY/PAUSE

To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors

When connecting the cables, open the jack cover.

Audio and Video cable (optional)

To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors

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SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).

•The code is automatically set once you release the

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

OPERATE THE VCR

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for the desired function. The functions the remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this one).

You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions.

NOTES:

●

If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

●

Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

●

If the RM-V700U is not able to control the VCR, use the controls on the VCR.

●

The RM-V700U cannot be used to operate the GR-AXM10.

MAKE CONNECTIONS

CONNECT TO . . .

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal.

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector.

NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s Pause-In jack.

All other connections are as shown in the illustration on page 38.

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2 3

5 6

VCR BRAND NAME

BUTTONS (A) (B)

GE 1 1

9 2 9 ` 9 4

MAGNAVOX 9 5

1 1 7 1 7 6

MITSUBISHI 6 7

6 8

NEC 3 7

3 8

PHILIPS 1 9

9 5 1 1 9 4 9 1 9 6

JVC 9 1

9 6 9 3

HITACHI 6 6

6 3

VCR BRAND NAME

BUTTONS (A) (B)

PHILIPS

1 2 3 3

SANYO 3 6

3 5

SHARP 1 5

1 `

SONY

6 5 6 ` 3 9 3 1 

TOSHIBA 6 9

6 1

ZENITH 1 6

RCA 9 2

9 4 6 6 6 3 9 `

PANASONIC

1 3 1 7 1 1 9 4 1 8 

VCR CODE LIST

A B C

MBR SET VCR CTL

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the optional RM-V700U MBR (Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually. (RM-V700U, Z pg. 40).

RM-V700U (optional)

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IN OUT 

ç© 1 0:00:25  2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COUNTER 0:00:25  TOTAL 0:00:00

IN OUT  ç 1 0:00:25 0:01:05 2 0:03:18 0:03:31 3 0:02:33 0:02:53 © 4 0:04:11  5  6 7 8 COUNTER 0:04:11  TOTAL 0:01:13

EDITING

(cont.)

REW/FF STOP

PLAY/PAUSE

R.A. EDIT

IN/OUT

CANCEL

ON/OFF

VCR REC STBY

CANCEL

IN/OUT

RM-V700U (optional)

VCR (Recording deck)

To Remote PAUSE

Editing cable (optional, ø3.5 mini-plug cable)

To J terminal (JLIP)

Open the cover

To AUDIO and VIDEO out connectors

Audio and Video cable (optional)

To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors

To Pause-In

PREPARE CAMCORDER

Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to “PLAY”.

PREPARE VCR

Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).

SELECT SCENES

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the counter display appears in the viewfinder and the screen of the connected TV.

Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point. The data appears under “IN” on the display.

Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under OUT on the display. The total time of the registered scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene (as many as 8).

MAKE CORRECTIONS

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the most recently registered point.

NOTES:

●

For GR-AXM20 only: The RM-V700U can be used to operate other camcorder functions as well. Point the RM-V700U at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press any of the following buttons (function apears in parentheses): — ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT) — IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT) — CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)

●

There must be at least one second between an in-point and its corresponding out-point.

●

To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds open between scenes.

●

Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or out-points.

●

If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point, the VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn’t take place.

●

Pressing R.A.EDIT clears all in- and out-points from memory.

●

Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

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1 3 2

IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT

ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)

EDITED TAPE (VCR)

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE MODE

Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING

Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order.

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

When all selected scenes have been copied, the camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode. Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT.

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the audio/video cable.

NOTES:

●

If you performed step 1C on page 37 (“MAKE CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during editing.

●

The on-screen display only appears while the camcorder searches for each scene.

●

There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited tape with certain VCRs.

EDIT

STOP

R.A. EDIT

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! 5 0 3

@ 4 6

USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(GR-AXM20 only)

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible.

NOTE:

The remote controls cannot operate GR-AXM10.

BUTTONS

FUNCTIONS

With the camcorder’s power switch With the camcorder’s power switch set set to “CAMERA”. to “PLAY”.

1 Infrared beam

Transmits the beam signal.

transmitting window

2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom (invariable speed, Z pg. 18) — 3 PLAY Button — Playback start (Z pg. 32) 4 STOP Button — Stop (Z pg. 32) 5 REW Button Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (Z pg. 18) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 33)

6 INSERT Button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 42) 7 START/STOP Button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder. 8 INT. TIME Button Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (Z pg. 41) — 9 REC TIME Button Animation/Time-Lapse (Z pg. 41) — 0 PAUSE Button — Pause (Z pg. 33) ! FF Button Retake (forward) (Z pg. 18) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 33) @ A.DUB Button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 43) # PAUSE IN Connector — Z pg. 38 $ MBR SET Button — Z pg. 37 % VISS Button Index Code marking (Z pg. 41) — ^ VCR CTL Button — Z pg. 37 & R.A.EDIT Buttons — Z pg. 38

RM-V705U

(provided with GR-AXM20)

RM-V700U

(optional)

Installing The Battery

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

TypeA: Pull out by inserting a pointed

instrument into slot a.

TypeB: Pull out while sliding the lock

hole.

TypeC: Pinch the release tab and pull

out.

INSERT BATTERY

Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the battery holder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

Insert the battery holder into the remote control unit, and push the holder until it clicks into place.

* Read the caution concerning lithium

batteries (

Z pg. 2).

# — & : RM-V700U only.

Lock hole

Release tab

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1MIN

INDEX

1/2S

15°

5m(16.4ft)

15°

30°

FEATURE: Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse PURPOSE: The remote control lets you set/release

Interval Timer and Rec Time functions as well as the Menu screen.

OPERATION:

Self-Timer

1) Set

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 30 (“Self-Timer”), press INT.

TIME on the remote control. Each time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer

indicator appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No indication (off).

2) Release

Instead of setting “INTERVAL TIMER” to “OFF” in the Menu, press INT. TIME on the remote control until the Interval Timer indicator disappears.

Animation

1) Set

Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 31 (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote control. Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator appears, changing in the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No indication (off).

2) Release

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 31, press REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time indicator disappears.

Time-Lapse

1) Set

Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 31 (“Time-Lapse”), press INT. TIME and REC TIME on the remote control. Each time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer indicator appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No indication (off). Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator appears, changing in the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No indication (off).

2) Release

Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 31, press INT. TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear.

NOTE:

Also refer to pgs. 30 and 31.

FEATURE: Index Code Marking (RM-V700U only) PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any

selected point on a recording.

OPERATION: 1) Press VISS once to place the index

code. “INDEX” blinks in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder during marking.

NOTE:

If VISS is pressed during Record– Standby mode, the mark is placed where START/STOP is pressed.

When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The above illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.

RM-V700U (optional)

Transmitted beam effective area

INT. TIME REC TIME

START/STOP

VISS

RM-V705U (provided with GR-AXM20 only)

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Rec Time Indicator

Index Code Marking

Interval Timer Indicator

Remote sensor (GR-AXM20 only)

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USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

(GR-AXM20 only) (cont.)

Insert Editing

You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged.

NOTE:

Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure.

SELECT MODE

Set the Power switch to “PLAY”.

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

Play back the tape, locate the point and press PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.

RESET COUNTER

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than 2 seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the point where the new scene should start.

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert

mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen.

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.

END INSERT EDITING

Press STOP.

NOTES:

●

When Insert Editing is performed with the LCD monitor fully opened, the original audio will be heard from the

speaker.

●

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

●

The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point, and noise bars may appear. Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

●

Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode.

Insert editing indicator

Tape Counter

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

REW

INSERT

RM-V700U (optional)

RM-V705U (provided with GR-AXM20 only)

START/STOP

COUNTER R/M

POWER

LCD monitor or viewfinder

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Audio Dubbing

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape (normal audio only).

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

(Z pg. 42) before continuing.

•The sound comes from the built-in microphone.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start.

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY MODE

Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.

BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING

Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”, Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.

END AUDIO DUBBING

Press STOP.

NOTES:

●

Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate.

●

If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

NOTES (for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing):

●

Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the recording speed was changed during the original recording.

●

To edit/dub onto a tape with the recording safety tab removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

●

Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.

●

During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert– Pause or Audio Dub–Standby is engaged, the counter may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however, stops at exactly 0:00:00.

RM-V700U (optional)

RM-V705U (provided with GR-AXM20 only)

REW

PLAY

A. DUB

PAUSE

REW

Audio dubbing indicator

LCD monitor or viewfinder

Microphone

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USER MAINTENANCE

After Use

Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder.

Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove the cassette.

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH.

Close and lock the LCD monitor.

Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close the lens cover.

Cleaning The Camcorder

CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Slide MONITOR OPEN to open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

REMOVE EYEPIECE

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.

CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Remove dust using a blower brush.

RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.

NOTES:

●

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

●

Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

●

Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

PUSH EJECT

LENS COVER open/close switch

Set to “POWER OFF”.

BATT. RELEASE

Remove.

MONITOR OPEN

Marks

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

POWER

No power is supplied.

The power suddenly goes off and doesn’t come back on by itself.

● The battery pack has not been attached correctly

(Z pg. 8).

● The battery pack is not charged (Z pg. 8).

● The power supply has not been correctly connected

(Z pg. 9).

● The battery pack has completely discharged.

● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,

then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still doesn’t come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

Recording does not start.

● The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing. Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have sliding tabs. In this case, check the position of the tab.)

● The camcorder Power switch has not been set to “CAMERA” (Z pg. 15).

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there’s no playback picture.

Noise bars appear in the playback picture.

Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.

The counter indication is blurred during Still playback.

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

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

not been set to VIDEO.

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

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

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

nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

● This is normal.

The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot be performed.

● The Counter Memory Function has been activated (Z pg. 33).

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

TAPE TRANSPORT

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

OTHER

The tape won’t eject.

Some functions are not available. Vertical white lines appear when

shooting a very bright object.

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor.

The indicators and the picture color on the LCD monitor are not clear.

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty (ex. fingerprints).

The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode.

An error number (i.e. E03) appears in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

The image is out of focus.

A character generator title and the date and time displays disappear from the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

Even though the Lens Cover is open, the Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks.

● The battery pack is running low.

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

switch does not function.

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

● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

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

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

● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the power switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.

● The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)

● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed.

● Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Gently wipe the LCD monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won’t come out easily.

● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode (Z pg. 12).

● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again. If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

● The diopter needs to be adjusted (Z pg. 10).

● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation

of Auto Focus (Z pg. 22).

● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting the power source.

● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position of the Lens Cover.

TROUBLESHOOTING

(cont.)

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AM 10 : 24DEC 25. 97

MERRY CHR ISTMAS

TAPE END

– 05

MWB

DISP.

REC SP

SEPIA LENS COVER

FADE

18MIN

T30

1MIN 1/2S

INDEX

PAUSE

8 9

1 *

2 * 6 * 7

% *

* ( ) q

# $

43 5

LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications

% *Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

Changes as follows according to the battery pack’s remaining power level: “ ”.

When the power is almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unit shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. (Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened squares —

— does not necessarily mean

that the battery pack is fully charged.)

^ Focus Indicator ................................... Z pg. 22

& Exposure Level Indicator ..................... Z pg. 21

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

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

) Index Code Marking ........................... Z pg. 41

q Clock Warning

Displayed for about 5 seconds if the clock (lithium) battery is not in place or is exhausted when power is turned on. Also displayed for about 5 seconds when clock battery becomes exhausted while using the camcorder. For inserting or replacing the clock

battery ................................................ Z pg. 10

w Condensation Warning

When this indication appears, all functions are disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing the power source) for a few hours, and when you turn it on again the indicator should disappear.

e Tape End Display ................................ Z pg. 15

Appears when the end of the tape is reached during playback, recording or fast-forward.

INDEX

LCD monitor/Viewfinder

1 * Cassette Warning/Remaining

Tape Time ......................................... Z pg. 15

When no cassette is inserted or when Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording, the Cassette ( )Warning blinks.

Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is displayed.

2 * Recording Mode (SP/EP) Indicator .... Z pg. 12

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

Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one position to another. Then only the indicator remains at 9.

4 Program Manager Function

Indication ........................................... Z pg. 24

Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.

5 Lens Cover Warning ........................... Z pg. 15

6 * Tape Length Display ......................... Z pg. 12

7 Zoom Level Indicator .......................... Z pg. 18

8 Recording Indicator ............................ Z pg. 15

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

! Interval Time/Recording

Time Indicator..................................... Z pg. 30

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

# Instant Title Display ............................ Z pg. 25

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

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

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INDEX

Controls

y T Q R

2 4 6 0 !

3 5 7 9

* ( )

r t

ou i

^O&

a Ps

@ $

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Controls

1 MONITOR OPEN Switch.................... Z pg. 16

2 REW Button ....................................... Z pg. 32

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button .......

Z pg. 18

3 FF Button ........................................... Z pg. 32

RETAKE F Button ................................

Z pg. 18

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

5 STOP Button ...................................... Z pg. 32

6 SEL. Button ........................................ Z pg. 24

7 SET Button ......................................... Z pg. 24

8 Power Zoom Lever ............................ Z pg. 18

9 DISPLAY Button ................................. Z pg. 15

0 MENU Button .................................... Z pg. 28

! Multi-Function Control

•Exposure +/– ...................................

Z pg. 21

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

•Menu Setting Change .......................

Z pg. 28

•Tracking +/– ....................................

Z pg. 33

@ PUSH Button ..................................... Z pg. 13

# EJECT Switch ...................................... Z pg. 13

$ BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... Z pg. 8

% Diopter Adjustment............................ Z pg. 10

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

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

* Recording Mode [SP/EP] Select

Button ................................................ Z pg. 12

R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...................

Z pg. 38

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

) Tape Length [T20•30•40]

Select Button...................................... Z pg. 12

COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]

Button ................................................

Z pg. 33

q EDIT Button ....................................... Z pg. 39

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

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

r BRIGHT Dial ..................................... Z pg. 32

t VOLUME Dial ................................... Z pg. 32

Connectors

y J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)

Connector.) (Located beneath the jack cover)

• Connect the Editing Cable when performing Random Assemble Editing (

Z pg. 38).

•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer. For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer.

u DC IN Jack ......................................... Z pg. 9

The jacks

i to p are located beneath the jack

cover.

i VIDEO OUT Jack ............................... Z pg. 34

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

p AUDIO OUT Jack .............................. Z pg. 34

Indicators

Q Tally Lamp ......................................... Z pg. 15

W Power On Indicator ........................... Z pg. 15

Other Parts

E Video Light (GR-AXM20 only) ............ Z pg. 19

R • Camera sensor

Be careful not to cover this area; built-in here is the sensor necessary for shooting.

•Remote sensor (GR-AXM20 only) .....

Z pg. 41

T Microphone ....................................... Z pg. 43

Y Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ Z pg. 14

U Clock Battery Compartment ................Z pg. 10

I Battery Pack Mount ........................... Z pg. 8

O Electronic Viewfinder ......................... Z pg. 10

P LENS COVER Switch ......................... Z pg. 15

a Grip Strap .......................................... Z pg. 14

s VIDEO LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

(GR-AXM20 only) .............................. Z pg. 19

d Speaker .............................................. Z pg. 32

f Tripod Mounting Socket ...................... Z pg. 14

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INDEX

Terms

AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 8

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

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

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

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

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

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

Battery Pack ............................................ pg. 8, 51

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

Car Battery .............................................. pg. 9

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

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

Charge Marker ........................................ pg. 9

Charging the Battery Pack ........................pg. 8

Clock (Lithium) Battery ........................... pg. 10, 40

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

Contents ................................................. pg. 7

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

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

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

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

Discharge the Battery pack ......................pg. 8

Diopter Adjust ........................................ pg. 10

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

Erase Protection ...................................... pg. 13

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Insert Cassette ......................................... pg. 13

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Program AE with Special Effects ............... pg. 20

Provided Accessories .............................. pg. 6

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

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

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

Recording ............................................... pg. 15

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

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

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

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

Remove Cassette..................................... pg. 13

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

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

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

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

Shoulder Strap Attachment ...................... pg. 14

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

Specifications ......................................... pg. 53

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tripod Mounting ..................................... pg. 14

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

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

Viewfinder Adjustment ........................... pg. 10

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

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

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

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General Battery Precautions

•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not functioning even when correctly operated, the battery is exhausted. Replace it with fresh one.

•Use only the following batteries:

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

Please make note of the following rules for battery use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.

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

replacing the battery.

2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can

leak or explode.

3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.

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

an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a nickel-cadmium battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. To avoid hazard . . .

..... do not burn.

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

..... do not modify or disassemble.

..... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .

..... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

..... avoid repeated charging without fully discharg-

ing.

..... charge in an environment where

temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging.

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

high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.

..... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.

..... remove from charger or powered unit when not

in use, as some machines use current even

when switched off.

3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .

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

deliver less recording time per charge.

NOTE:

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

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

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

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

NOTES:

●

Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C.

●

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

CAUTIONS

DANGER:

Video Light

• The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot.

• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm (1 ft.) between the video light and people or object.

• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas other than the USA

n The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features

automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER

In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

INFORMATION

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Change or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Plug adapter

Terminals

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Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

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

..... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes

automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals.

..... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

..... do not load and unload the cassette

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage.

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

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

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

..... out of direct sunlight.

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

shock or vibration.

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

fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets).

..... vertically, in their original cases.

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

..... open the camcorder’s chassis.

..... disassemble or modify the unit.

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

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.

..... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

..... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

..... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

..... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

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

cooking stove.

..... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.

..... near a television set.

..... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.).

..... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C

or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)

temperatures.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

..... in places of over 50°C (122°F).

..... in places where humidity is extremely low

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

..... in direct sunlight.

..... in a closed car in summer.

..... near a heater.

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

..... allow it to become wet.

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

..... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation.

..... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

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

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

monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with both

hands or use the grip.

..... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

5. This camcorder features a built-in head cleaner which automatically cleans the heads and head drum when a cassette is loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads become dirty and cause blurriness or interruption in the playback picture, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

LCD monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT . . .

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

..... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on

the bottom.

2. To prolong service life . . .

..... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. Make be aware of the following phenomena for

LCD monitor use. These are not mulfunctions. . . .

•While using the camcorder, the surface around the

LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up.

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

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

CAUTIONS

(cont.)

About moisture condensation . . .

● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass‘ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

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GENERAL

Format : VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 6V Power consumption

LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : GR-AXM20 : 6.5 W

GR-AXM10 : 6.3 W LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : 6.7 W Light : 3 W (GR-AXM20 only)

Signal system : NTSC-type Video recording system

Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier

direct recording

Conforms to VHS

standard

Cassette :

cassette

Tape speed

SP : 33.35 mm/sec.

(1-5/16 ips) EP : 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)

Recording time (max.)

SP : 40 minutes EP : 120 minutes

(with TC-40 cassette)

Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C

(32°F to 104°F)

Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Storage temperature : –20°C to +50°C

(–4°F to 122°F)

Weight

GR-AXM20 : Approx. 1010 g (2.3 lbs) GR-AXM10 : Approx. 1030 g (2.3 lbs)

Dimensions (Including viewfinder)

GR-AXM20 : 118 (W) x 115 (H) x

218 (D) mm (4-11/16” x

4-9/16” x 8-5/8”) GR-AXM10 : 118 (W) x 115 (H) x

231 (D) mm (4-11/16” x

8-5/8” x 9-1/8”)

CAMERA

Pick up : 1/4” format CCD Lens : F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm,

18:1 power zoom lens

with auto iris and macro

control, filter diameter

46 mm

Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with

•0.55” color LCD (GR-AXM20)

•0.5” black/white CRT (GR-AXM10)

White balance

adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment

LCD MONITOR

Size : 3" diagonally measured LCD system : LCD/TFT active matrix

system

SPECIFICATIONS

VIDEO

Output : 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

unbalanced (via VIDEO out connector)

AUDIO

Output : –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm

(via AUDIO out connector)

Speaker : 20 mm round x 1,

monaural

AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER (AA-V11U)

Power requirement

U.S.A. and Canada : AC 120 V`, 60 HZ Other countries : AC 110 V to 240 V`,

50/60 Hz Power consumption : 23 W Output

Charge : DC 8.5 V

, 1.3 A

VTR : DC 6.3 V

, 1.8 A

Charging system : Constant current, peak

detection, timer

controlled Dimensions : 150 (W) x 42 (H) x

68 (D) mm (5-15/16” x

1-11/16” x 2-11/16”) Weight : Approx. 320 g (0.71 lbs)

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

Dimensions : 188 (W) x 25 (H) x

104 (D) mm (7-7/16” x 1”

x 4-1/8”) Weight : Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs) Accessory : “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1

Provided Accessories ...................... Z pg. 6

Optional Accessories

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

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U

•Battery Charger BH-VC10U

•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U

•RF Unit RF-V5U

•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V700U

The RM-V700U cannot be used to operate the GR-AXM10. The GR-AXM10 can use the RM-V700U only for R.A. Edit with a non-JVC VCR.

Some acccessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability.

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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ESPAÑOL

ATENCION:

Antes de desmontar la fuente de alimentación, asegúrese que la alimentación de la cámara de video esté desconectada. El no hacerlo puede producir una falla de funcionamiento en la videocámara.

Indicador REFRESH

**INDICADOR DE CARGA

Se ha suministrado un indicador de carga sobre la batería para ayudarle a recordar si ha sido cargado o no. Los dos colores suministrados (rojo y negro), le permiten seleccionar la carga y la descarga.

**REFRESCADO

El adaptador de CA se caracteriza por la función REFRESH que le permite descargar totalmente la batería antes de recargarla.

Para descargar las baterías

. . .

..... coloque la batería en el adaptador como se

muestra en la ilustración arriba. Luego presione REFRESH. El indicador REFRESH se enciende cuando se inicia la descarga y se apaga cuando la descarga ha terminado.

BATERIA CARGA DESCARGA

BN-V11U aprox. 1 h 10 m aprox. 3 h 30 m BN-V12U aprox. 1 h 10 m aprox. 3 h 30 m BN-V22U aprox. 2 h 10 m aprox. 7 h

BN-V25U aprox. 2 h 40 m aprox. 10 h

USO DE LA BATERIA

COLOCACION DE LA BATERIA

Enganche la parte superior del mismo en la videocámara y empújela hasta que se bloquee en su lugar.

EXTRACCION

DE LA BATERIA

Deslice BATT. RELEASE y extraiga la batería.

( ): cuando el foco de video está encendido.

(GR-AXM20 exclusivamente)

Alimentación

Esta videocámara posee un sistema de alimentación de 3 vías que le permite seleccionar la fuente de alimentación más apropiada.

NOTAS:

●

Sin alimentación no hay ninguna función disponible.

●

Utilice exclusivamente la alimentación indicada.

●

No utilice la unidades de alimentación suministradas con otro equipo.

CARGA DE LA BATERIA

ALIMENTACION

Conecte el cable de alimentación de CA del cargador a una toma de corriente. Se encenderá la luz del indicador de alimentación.

COLOCACION DE LA BATERIA

Alinee las marcas y deslice la batería en la dirección de la flecha hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar. Se enciende la luz indicadora CHG.

EXTRACCION

DE LA BATERIA

Cuando la carga está completa, se encenderá el indicador END. Deslice la batería en el sentido opuesto al de la flecha.

Indicador CHG. (carga)

A la toma de corriente de CA

Marcas

Indicador POWER

Indicador END

Interruptor REFRESH

Enganche.

Empuje.

BATT. RELEASE

Marcador de carga

Tiempo de grabación aproximado (unidad: m.)

BATERIA

Monitor LCD activado/ Monitor LCD desactivado/ Visor desactivado Visor activado

GR-AXM20 GR-AXM10 GR-AXM20 GR-AXM10

BN-V11U 50 (35) 50 55 (35) 55 BN-V12U 50 (35) 50 55 (35) 55 BN-V22U 110 (75) 110 115 (75) 120 BN-V25U 150 (100) 150 155 (105) 160

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1 Deslice MONITOR OPEN para abrir el

monitor LCD.

•Abra a un ángulo mayor de 45 grados.

2 Presione EJECT para abrir el portacassette. 3 Inserte cassette de video. 4 Presione PUSH para cerrar el portacassette.

(Por más detalles, Z P. 13.)

GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA

Utilización de la batería

Enganche el extremo superior de la batería en la videocámara. (Procedimiento para carga: Z P. 8)

2 Empuje la batería hacia adentro hasta que

quede bloqueada en su lugar.

Para extraer la batería

Deslice BATT. RELEASE y extraiga la batería.

1 Ajuste el interruptor de alimentación en “PLAY”. 2 Presione REW.

— La cinta se detiene automáticamente al

comienzo de la misma.

3 Presione PLAY/PAUSE.

— Comienza la reproducción y la imagen

aparece en el visor o en el monitor LCD.

•Presione STOP para detener la grabación.

(Por más detalles, Z P. 32.)

•El visor se desconecta automáticamente para ahorrar energía cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ángulo mayor de 45 grados.

•El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando se lo abre/cierre a 45 grados aprox.

O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un VCR de VHS utilizando el adaptador de cassette (VHS Playpak).

Z P. 35

Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC.

1 Deslice la perilla de abertura/cierre LENS

COVER para abrir la tapa del objetivo.

2 Adjuste el interruptor de alimentación en

“CAMERA”. — El indicador de alimentación se

encenderá y aparecerá una imagen en el monitor LCD o en el visor.

3 Presione el botón inicio/parada de

grabación. — Comenzará la grabación.

• Para detener temporariamente la grabación, presione nuevamente el botón de inicio/parada de grabación. (Por más detalles,

Z P. 15, 16.)

• El visor se desconecta automáticamente para ahorrar energía cuando el monitor LCD es abierto a un ángulo mayor de 45 grados.

• El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando se lo abre/cierre a 45 grados aprox.

Empuje.

Enganche.

PLAY/PAUSE (reproducción/pausa)

Perilla de abertura/cierre LENS COVER

INSERCION DEL CASSETTE DE VIDEO

ALIMENTACION

BATT. RELEASE

REPRODUCCION

STOP (parada)

REW (rebobinado)

Colóquelo en “PLAY”.

FILMACION

Colóquelo en “CAMERA”.

Botón para inicio/parada de grabación

MONITOR OPEN

EJECT

PUSH

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FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER

Dear customer:

In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, call 1-800252-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.

— JVC

 

TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722

107 Little Falls Road  1500 Lakes Parkway 705 Enterprise Street Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105 Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857 Aurora, IL 60504-8135 (201) 808-9279 (770) 339-2522 (630) 851-7855

5665 Corporate Avenue 10700 Hammerly Blvd., Suite 110 2969 Mapunapuna Place, Suite 101 Cypress, CA 90630-4727 Houston, TX 77043-2310 Honolulu, HI 96819-2000 (714) 229-8011 (713) 935-9331 (808) 833-5828

230 Eliot Street 8192 West State Road 84 890 Dubuque Avenue Ashland, MA 01721-2377 Davie, FL 33324-4611 South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (508) 881-5923 (954) 472-1960 (415) 871-2666

Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.

107 Little Falls Road

Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105

Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit. Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above.

If you ship the product...

To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may contact your local JVC Dealer.  Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free:  1-800-882-2345.

ACCESSORIES

CAUTION 

To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Don't service it yourself.

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING

COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP. 

FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS



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WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)



LIMITED WARRANTY



CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. ("The Warranty Period")

  THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.

WHAT WE WILL DO:

If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers. Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in-home basis.

WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:

Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC authorized service center, please call toll free: (800) 252-5722.

If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.

If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:

1.Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse,   faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility   authorized by JVC to render such service, or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if   the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;

2.Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;

3.Operational adjustments covered in the Owner's Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;

4.Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;

5.Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;

6.Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of   purchase;

7.Accessories;

8.Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);from the date   of purchase);

There are no other express warranties except as listed above. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.

JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 41 Slater Drive  DIVISION OF US JVC CORP. Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.

For customer use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.: Serial No: Purchase date: Name of dealer:

PARTS



1 YR



LABOR



90 DAYS

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JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.

41 Slater Drive, Elmwood Park, N.J. 07407

JVC CANADA INC.

21 Finchdene Square, 

Scarborough Ontario M1X 1A7