JVC GR-AXM226 User Manual

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

2 – 3

6 – 13

GR-AXM226

RECORDING

Basic Recording .......................... 14

Basic Features ........................... 16

Zooming, Picture Stabilizer, 5-Sec. Recording, Quick Review, Retake,

Advanced Features ...................... 19

Fade/Wipe Effects, Program AE With Special Effects, Digital Effects, Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment, Date/Time Insert, Instant Titles, Animation, Time-Lapse, Exposure Control, Focusing, White Balance Adjustment, Manual White Balance Operation

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................... 30

Features .................................. 31

Connections And Tape Dubbing ........32

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

DETAILS

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 38

Indications ................................ 40

Terms ...................................... 42

CAUTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

14 – 29

30 – 34

36 – 37

38 – 42

43 – 45

INSTRUCTIONS

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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 this product.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover.

•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 (墌 pgs. 38 – 42) 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 this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 43 – 45 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

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.

CAUTIONS:

● This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for

playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.

● Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to

the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (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.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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 information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its upper and lower sides.

Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorder.

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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(1) Read these instructions.

(2) Keep these instructions.

(3) Heed all warnings.

(4) Follow all instructions.

(5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

(6) Clean only with dry cloth.

(7) Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

(8) Do not install near any heat sources such

as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

(9) Only use attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

(10) Use only with the cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

(11) Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

(12) Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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DEMO MODE

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” (factory-preset).

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Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.

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Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.

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“DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.

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To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “ ” and press the MENU Wheel in while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “OFF” and press it.

NOTES:

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

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If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

Setting Menu

•AC Adapter AP-V10U

•Battery Pack BN-V11U

•Shoulder Strap

•Cassette Adapter

(VHS Playpak) C-P7U

•AA (R6) Battery (for Cassette Adapter)

•Lens Cap

How To Attach The Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

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Hook on.

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

REFRESH Button

REFRESH Lamp

CHARGE Lamp

Push in.

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Make sure the battery pack is attached to the

camcorder. Hook its end to the camcorder 1 and push the battery in until it locks in place 2.

•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur.

Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder 3.

Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet 4.

The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate charging has started.

Battery pack

Power Switch

To AC outlet

Battery pack

BN-V11U

BN-V12U (optional)

BN-V20U (optional)

BN-V400U (optional)

AC Adapter

To DC IN

connector

Charging time

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.

approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.

When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,

charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

NOTES:

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During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot be operated.

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Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used.

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When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again.

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If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.

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Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.

REFRESH:

Charging a battery with some charge remaining reduces that battery’s capacity. Perform the procedure below to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging.

1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.

2. Press REFRESH on the camcorder for over 2 seconds. The REFRESH lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate discharging has started.

3. When discharging is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp blinks. When you are not using a battery pack for a long period of time, be sure to fully discharge it before storing

because leaving a battery with some charge left over also reduces performance.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 35

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.

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.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK” (墌 pg. 6).

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

Battery pack

BN-V11U

BN-V12U (optional)

BN-V20U (optional)

BN-V400U (optional)

NOTES:

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Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions:

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Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

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The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.

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Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.

Viewfinder on

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360

LCD monitor on

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To AC outlet

AC Adapter

To DC IN connector

USING AC POWER

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

NOTES:

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The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

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For other notes, 墌 pg. 35.

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PAUSE

Power Zoom Lever

Recording Start/Stop Button

GETTING STARTED

Grip Adjustment

Separate the Velcro strip.

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

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

Viewfinder Adjustment

(cont.)

180°180

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.

Set to “ “ ”.

” or

Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

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Following the illustration, thread the strap through the

eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure the strap is not twisted.

Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.

Tripod Mounting

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.

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Menu Screen

GETTING STARTED

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Date/Time Settings

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM

MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ NEXT” and press it to display the next page.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “DATE/TIME” and

press it. The DATE/TIME Menu appears.

To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME” (hour/

minute), rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired item, and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking.

When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,

“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the MENU Wheel to select “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (墌 pg. 25).

DATE/ T IPMME

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DATE/TIME Menu

12-hour indication with AM or PM

For other notes, 墌 pg. 35

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Display

REC MODE

MENU Wheel

Power Switch

REC MODE Menu

Recording mode indicator

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Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM

MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “REC MODE” and

press it. The REC MODE Menu appears. Select “SP” or “EP” by rotating the MENU Wheel and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen.

•“EP” (Extended Play) is more economical, providing three times the recording time.

NOTE:

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

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MENU Wheel

Power Switch

Display

TAPE LENGTH

TAPE LENGTH Menu

GETTING STARTED

(cont.)

Tape Length Setting

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

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “ TO SYSTEM

MENU” and press it to display SYSTEM MENU.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select “TAPE LENGTH”,

then press it. The TAPE LENGTH Menu appears.

Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the correct tape

length setting.

•T20=20 minutes

•T30=30 minutes

•T35=35 minutes

•T40=40 minutes

(in SP)

Tape length indicator

Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen

reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (墌 pg. 14) is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

EJECT Switch

Cassette holder

Close Button

Erase Protection tab Gear

Turn to take up slack.

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Loading/Unloading A Cassette

Open the LCD monitor fully.

Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not

use force to open.

Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make

sure the label is facing outward.

Press the Close button to close the cassette holder

until it locks into place.

Close the LCD monitor.

NOTES:

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

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

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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.

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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.

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The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode.

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RECORDING

NOTE:

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

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Power (墌 pg. 6)

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Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 13)

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Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 11)

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Tape Length Setting (墌 pg. 12)

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Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 8)

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Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 8)

Basic Recording

During shooting

Power Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

Tape remaining time indicator (Approximate)

90°

120MIN

1MIN0MIN

2MIN

BRIGHT Wheel

3MIN

MIN 119MIN

(Now calculating)

(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)

180°

To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor

.... rotate the BRIGHT Wheel until the bright

level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.

Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears

in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Press in the

tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best

viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress.

NOTE:

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

: Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments. : Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.

OFF : Switches off the camcorder.

: Allows you to play back your recordings.

Power Switch Position

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NOTES:

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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 “OFF”, and then back to “ ” or “ ” to turn the camcorder on again.

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If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during recording), use the Retake function (墌 pg. 18) to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any of it.

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To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, 墌 pg. 22, 24.

Self-Recording

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING

In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).

SELF-RECORDING

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

For other notes, 墌 pg. 35

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