JVC YU30052-513-2 User Manual
COMP ACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-AX260
GR-AX460
(GR-AX460 shown)
Compact VHS
INSTRUCTIONS
PAL
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
Power ................................... 6
Clock (Lithium) Battery
Removal/Insertion .................... 8
Date/Time Settings.................... 8
Viewfinder Adjustment................ 9
Tape Length/Recording Mode
Setting................................... 9
Loading/Unloading A Cassette....... 9
Grip Adjustment ...................... 10
Shoulder Strap Attachment ......... 10
Tripod Mounting ...................... 10
Remote Control Unit ................. 11
RECORDING
Basic Recording....................... 12
Basic Features ........................ 13
Advanced Features................... 15
PLAYBACK
Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 28
Basic Connections .................... 29
Basic Playback........................ 30
Features ............................... 31
EDITING
Tape Dubbing ......................... 32
Random Assemble Editing
(R.A.Edit) ............................. 32
Insert Editing ......................... 36
Audio Dubbing ........................ 37
USER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
Controls ............................... 40
Connectors ............................ 40
Indicators ............................. 40
Other Parts ........................... 40
Viewfinder ............................ 41
Term s .................................. 42
CAUTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
12
28
32
38
39
40
43
45
45
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YU30052-513-2
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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 (
• 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 (
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before
use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and
cautions (
important information regarding the safe use of your
new camcorder.
Z cover page).
Z pgs. 40 – 42) and
Z pgs. 43, 44). They contain extremely
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nontheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove
the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid
a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to
the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured
black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured
Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Warning on lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
n Dispose of used battery promptly.
n Keep away from children.
n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
CAUTIONS:
n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
n When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/
Battery charger for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power cord
from AC outlet.
NOTES:
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
●
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC
Publ. 65.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
n The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on
the battery pack indicates that the
product complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
n Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery
pack must be recycled or disposed
of properly.
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type
colour television signals. It cannot be used for
playback with a television of a different standard.
However, live recording and viewfinder playback are
possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BNV25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to
accommodate different designs of AC outlets in
different countries.)
PAL
n This camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C
video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be
used with this unit.
n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
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SOME DO’S AND
DON’TS ON THE SAFE
USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to
meet international safety standards but, like any electrical
equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the
best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to
use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the
mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making
or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the
installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in
any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damanged in any way — switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unat-
tended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family knows
how to do this. Special arrangements may need to
be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios
so that you are distracted from the requirements of
road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst
driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use
can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the
life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with
wood screws — to ensure complete safety always
fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with
the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or
moisture.
ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything
into holes, slots or any other opening in the case
— this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment
of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
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SEL
F1
F2
MAJOR FEATURES
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
Programme AE with Special
Effects (
n Auto Mode Lock
n Auto Mode Release
n Electronic Fog Filter
n ND Effect n Sepia n Twilight
n Sports
n High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter
n 15 sec. Self Timer
Z P. 16)
Intelligent Function Control
Z P. 18 – 25)
(
PAL
14x Variable-Speed Hyper
Zoom (
T
W
Z P. 13)
Zoom-in
T
W
Zoom-out
T
W
T
W
Random Assemble Editing
Z P. 32 – 35)
(
882
554411663
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Integrated Auto Light
Z P. 15) (GR-AX460 only)
(
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EK
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
3
2
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
•Editing cable
7
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V704U
(GR-AX460 only)
•Lithium Battery•Cable adapter •Shoulder Strap
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
5
SUPPLY POWER
Hook on.
1
Push in.
2
BATT. RELEASE
Using the battery pack
1
Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the
camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 6)
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into
place.
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
PLAYBACK
PLAY/PAUSE
3
REW
2
STOP
INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE
EJECT
1
3
PUSH
1 Slide EJECT.
2 Insert a video cassette.
3 Press PUSH.
(For more details, Z pg. 9)
SHOOTING
2
Insert.
LENS COVER
open/close knob
2
Set to “CAMERA”
Recording Start/Stop button
3
1
1
Set to “PLAY”
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 playback picture
appears in the viewfinder.
•To stop playback, press STOP.
(For more details, Z pg. 30.)
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS
n
VCR using the Cassette Adapter.
Z
pg. 28
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 image
will be seen in 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. 12)
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END
indicator
CHG. (charge) indicator
Marks
POWER
indicator
REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch
To AC outlet
GETTING STARTED
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
●
No function is available without power supply.
●
Use only specified power supply.
●
Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
SUPPLY POWER
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
1
outlet. The power indicator lights.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
2
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
The CHG. indicator lights.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
When charging is completed, the END indicator
3
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
of the arrow.
BATT. PACK CHARGE DISCHARGE
BN-V12U approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
BN-V22U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.
BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
approx.
3 hrs. 30 min.
Hook on.
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
1
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
2
BATT. PACK
BN-V12U 1 hr. 5 min. (35 min.)
BN-V22U 2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.)
BN-V25U 3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.)
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AX460 only).
**REFRESH
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that
allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before
recharging.
To discharge the battery . . .
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the
illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The
REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts,
and goes out when discharging is complete.
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME
GR-AX460/AX260
Charge marker
**CHARGE MARKER
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.
NOTES:
●
The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and
the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.
●
Charging times noted on page 6 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
●
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery
pack.
●
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
●
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
●
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.
●
If you stop recharging or discharging partway through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
●
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
●
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
●
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
●
A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to
continue.
●
The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
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To AC outlet
DC OUT terminal
AC Power
DC cord
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EK
To car’s
cigarette
lighter
socket
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration to the left).
NOTES:
●
When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.
●
The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can
also be used to charge the battery pack.
●
When using the optional Car Battery Charger or
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7E), refer to the respective
instruction booklet.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
the illustration to the left).
NOTE:
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
8
A
–/+ SET
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock Battery (Lithium) Removal/Insertion
This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
1
supply unit.
OPEN COVER
Open the clock battery compartment cover while
2
pressing the release tab.
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)
Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the
3
battery and the compartment (
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the supplied
4
lithium battery and push it in.
CLOSE COVER
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.
A
) and pull the
5
NOTE:
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
Date
Day/Month/Year
DATE .. Date setting is performed
DATE 1.1.00
TIME 0:00
Time
24-hour indication
TIME .... Time setting is performed
POWER
Date/Time Settings
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
1
SET DATE/TIME
Press SET and the day blinks. Press + or – to choose
2
the correct day, then press SET to enter. Repeat to set
month, year, hour and minute.
•The date and time are both displayed for
confirmation. Then the time display disappears.
NOTE:
The clock does not keep time while the date and time are
blinking.
SP-LP recording mode and
T30•45 tape length select button
Viewfinder Adjustment
POSITION VIEWFINDER
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
1
(see illustration at left).
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
2
ADJUST DIOPTER
Turn the diopter adjustment control until the
3
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Tape Length/Recording Mode Setting
SET TAPE LENGTH
Set the tape length button according to the length of
1
the tape used. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time
and T45 = 45 minutes (in SP).
9
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
Tape length and recording
mode indicator
T30 SP
T30 SP
T45 LP
Turn to take up
slack.
GearErase Protection
T30 LP
T45 SP
SET RECORDING MODE
Set depending on your preference. “SP” (Standard
2
Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and
is better for dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is
more economical, recording at 1/2 the speed of SP.
NOTE:
The tape remaining time indicator does not work with
tapes other than EC30 and EC45. (See Basic Recording
on pg. 12 for “tape remaining time indicator”.)
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
Slide EJECT until holder opens. Do not use force to
1
open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
Make sure label is facing outward.
2
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
3
locked.
NOTES:
●
A cassette holder can't be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
●
Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
●
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is present. If not,
cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some cassettes
have sliding tabs – in this case, check the tab’s position.)
10
3
Recording Start/Stop button
1
2
1
2
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
EXPAND LOOP
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
INSERT HAND
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
2
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate
3
the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom
switch. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap
1
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back
and thread it through the keeper 2, and then
through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to
attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,
making sure the strap isn’t twisted.
ADJUST LENGTH
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
2
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 2.
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
1
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
Infrared beam
effective area
10°
5m
30°
30°
10°
The transmitted beam may not be effective or
may cause misoperations when the infrared
beam sensor window is directly exposed to
sunlight or powerful lighting.
1
Infrared beam
sensor window
2
0
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!
@
#
$
%
^
11
Remote Control Unit
The RM-V704U Full-Function Remote Control Unit can
operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the
basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of
your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional
recording functions possible. To operate, point it at the
camcorder’s remote sensor. The RM-V704U is provided
with GR-AX460, and is available optionally for
GR-AX260.
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
Pull out the battery holder according to the type of
1
remote control unit you have.
A
Type
: Pull out the battrery holder while sliding
the lock hole.
B
Type
: Pinch the release tab and pull out the
battery holder.
INSERT BATTERY
Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)
2
side up, into the battery holder.
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER
Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.
3
*Read warning on lithium battery. (Z pg. 2)
A
B
&
Lock hole
Functions
Buttons With the camcorder’s power switch set to With the camcorder’s power switch set to
“CAMERA”. “PLAY”.
1 PAUSE IN connector — Z pg. 34
2 Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal.
transmitting window
3 MBR SET button — Z pg. 33
4 INT. TIME button Self-Timer/Time lapse (Z pg. 26, 27) —
5 REC TIME button Animation/Time lapse (Z pg. 27) —
6 FF button Retake (Forward) (Z pg. 13) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 31)
7 REW button Retake (Rewind) (Z pg. 13) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 31)
8 PAUSE button — Pause (Z pg. 31)
9 PLAY button — Playback start (Z pg. 30)
0 START/STOP button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.
! VISS button Index code marking (Z pg. 14) —
@ ZOOM (T/W) button Zoom (invariable speed (Z pg. 13) —
# VCR CTL button — Z pg. 33
$ A. DUB button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 37)
% STOP button — Stop (Z pg. 30)
^ INSERT button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 36)
& R. A. EDIT button — Z pg. 34
Release tab
12
LENS COVER
SWITCH
RECORDING
Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
●
Power (Z pg. 6)
●
Tape Length/Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 9)
●
Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 10)
LOAD A CASSETTE
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
1
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
POWER
Start/Stop
button
The power indicator
Tape remaining time
indicator
90MIN 89MIN
1MIN (Blinking)
0MIN (Blinking)
* MIN.....(Now calculating)
Tally lamp
3MIN
2MIN (Blinking)
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open
2
the lens cover, then set the power switch to
CAMERA.
•The power indicator lights and the camcorder
enters the Record–Standby Mode.
•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
START SHOOTING
Press the Recording Start/Stop button.
3
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,
REC
and “
” appears in the viewfinder.
STOP RECORDING
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again.
4
•The comcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
NOTES:
●
A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
●
There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the
holder opens. Do not use force.
●
The tape‘s remaining time is displayed in the
viewfinder as shown.
●
”TAPE END“ appears when the tape recheas its end,
and the power goes off automatically if left in this
condition for 5 minutes.“TAPE END” also appears
when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is
loaded.
●
If the Record–Standby mode continues for 5 minutes,
the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the
power switch to POWER OFF, and then back to
CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again.
●
If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use
the RETAKE function (Z pg. 13) to find the end of the
last recording so you don’t erase any of it.
●
The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds
when the camcorder is turned on, whether the cover is
open or closed.
RECORDING
Basic Features
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Zoom indicator
Zoom-in
T
W
T
W
RETAKE
Power zoom switch
T
W
Zoom-out
FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE: To vary the length of the focal lens and
produce zoom in/out effect.
T
W
OPERATION:
Zoom In
1) Pull the power zoom switch down
toward “T”.
Zoom Out
2) Push the switch up toward “W”.
NOTES: ●
The further the power zoom switch is
pushed or pulled, the faster the zoom
speed becomes.
●
Focusing may become unstable
during zooming. In this case, set
zoom while in Record–Standby, set
manual focus or Focus Lock
(Z pgs. 20, 21), then zoom in or out
in Record mode.
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check end of last recording for
confirmation.
OPERATION: 1) Press “
” for less than 2 seconds
during Record–Standby mode.
•Tape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–
Standby mode for next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at start of
playback. This is normal.
FEATURE: Retake
PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments.
OPERATION: 1) Make sure camcorder is in Record–
Standby mode.
2) Press either RETAKE button to reach
start point for new recording.
3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start
recording.
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake. This
is normal.
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START/STOP
VISS
RECORDING
FEATURE: Index Code Marking
PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any
OPERATION:
NOTES: ●
selected point on a recording. Auto
Marking and Manual Marking are
available.
Auto Marking
An index code is always marked to start
the first recording on a new date after a
cassette is inserted.
Manual Marking
1) Press VISS once to place index code.
●
Basic Features (cont.)
INDEX blinks in the viewfinder
during marking.
If VISS is pressed during Record–
Standby mode, the mark is placed
where START/STOP is pressed.
If the date changes during a recording, it becomes the first recording of
the new date and an index mark is
placed at that point.
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX260)
Record-Standby
Normal
Record
Record-Standby
AUTO PAUSE
Up
Upside down
Record-Standby
Down
FEATURE: AUTO PAUSE SYSTEM (GR-AX460
PURPOSE: To automatically stop recording when
OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When
NOTES: ●
only)
the camcorder is pointed down,
preventing accidental recordings of the
ground, your feet, etc.
the camcorder is tilted down by a
large degree from its horizontal
position during recording, the
Record-Standby mode is automatically engaged. “AUTO PAUSE”
appears in the viewfinder.
The Auto Pause System is also
effective when the camcorder is
pointed up, or is positioned upside
down.
●
Auto Pause also works when the
camcorder is twisted by a large
degree to the left or right.
●
When you want to shoot in any of the
aforementioned positions, make sure
you set AUTO PAUSE to “OFF”.
RECORDING
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF
Advanced Features
15
Video Light (GR-AX460 only)
When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the
scene by using the built-in video light.
SET VIDEO LIGHT
Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required.
1
ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the
camcorder is turned on.
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on
the subject.
OFF : Turns off the light.
•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s
power on.
•It is recommended to set the white balance to
indoor mode (
video light.
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
NOTES:
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Even if the battery indicator ( )
blink in the viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is
low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when
you turn on the video light, or when you start recording
with the video light turned on.
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When the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF is set to “AUTO”:
•
Depending on the lighting condition, the video light
may not be stably turned on or off. In this case,
switch the light on and off manually.
•
While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode
(Z pg. 16) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
•
While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 16) is engaged, the
light will not activate.
) (Z pg. 17) when you use the
(Z pg. 41)
does not
DANGER:
n The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it
either while in operation or soon after turning it off,
otherwise serious injury may result.
n Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it remains
extremely hot.
n When operating, keep a distance of about
30 cm between the video light and people or object.
n Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
n It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacing the video light.
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