Page 2 - EN; SAFETY; CAUTION; HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE; Warning on lithium battery
2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHScamcorder. Before use, please read the safetyinformation and precautions contained in thefollowing pages to ensure safe use of your newcamcorder. Using This Instruction Manual • All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table...
Page 3 - Wall or Ceiling Mounting; ANTENNA INSTALLATION; Outdoor Antenna Grounding; IMPORTANT PRODUCT; INSTALLATION; Grounding or Polarization
EN 3 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the productand to protect it from overheating, these openings mustnot be blocked or covered.• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surfa...
Page 4 - USE; Product and Cart Combination; SERVICING; Damage Requiring Service
4 EN USE 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causingserious injury to a child or adult, and seriousdamage to the product. • Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the ma...
Page 5 - Using the battery pack; QUICK OPERATION GUIDE; SUPPLY POWER
EN 5 2 1 3 Using the battery pack 1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to thecamcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 8) 2 Push in the battery pack until it locks intoplace. To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. QUICK OPERATION GUIDE 1 Set the Power Switch to “PL...
Page 6 - MAJOR FEATURES; REMEMBER; The Logical Choice; The only compact video; Program Manager; II; PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
6 EN MAJOR FEATURES REMEMBER Program AE with SpecialEffects ( Z pg. 22) 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 22x Optical Hyper Zoom( Z pg. 18) Zoom-in Zoom-out 5Sec.-Rec ...
Page 7 - CONTENTS; GETTING STARTED
EN 7 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 8 Power ..................................................................................... 8 Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ........................................ 10 Date/Time Setting .................................................................... 1...
Page 8 - Power; CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK; USING THE BATTERY PACK; ATTACH BATTERY PACK; REFRESH
8 EN GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets youchoose 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 otherequipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PAC...
Page 9 - CHARGE MARKER
EN 9 CHARGE MARKER A charge marker is provided on the battery pack tohelp you remember whether it has been charged ornot. Two colors are provided (red and black)—youchoose which one means charged and whichmeans discharged. USING A CAR BATTERY Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car BatteryCharger/A...
Page 10 - SWITCH OFF POWER
10 EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and toperform date/time settings. SWITCH OFF POWER 1 Switch off the unit’s power and remove the powersupply unit. OPEN COVER 2 Open the clock battery compartment cover whilepressing ...
Page 12 - Recording Mode Setting; SET RECORDING MODE; Tape Length Setting; ACCESS MENU SCREEN; CLOSE MENU
12 EN MENU 4 MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED 4 NEXT 25. 98 MENU 4 MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED 4 NEXT AUTO AUTO DEC OFF T20 AUTO FAST 25. 98 SP T40 T20 T30 T40 EXIT TAPE LENGTH AUTO AUTO DEC OFF T40 AUTO FAS...
Page 13 - Loading/Unloading A Cassette; OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER; INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE; CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
EN 13 2 2 1 3 3 Loading/Unloading A Cassette OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER 1 Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force to open. INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE 2 Make sure the label is facing outward. CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER 3 Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and locked. NOTES: ● A cassette hold...
Page 14 - Grip Adjustment; Viewfinder Adjustment
14 EN GETTING STARTED (cont.) Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP 1 Separate the Velcro strip. INSERT HAND 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp thegrip. ADJUST STRAP LENGTH 3 Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operatethe Recording Start/Stop Button and Power ZoomButton. Refasten the Ve...
Page 15 - Shoulder Strap Attachment; ATTACH STRAP; ADJUST LENGTH; Tripod Mounting; ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
EN 15 Shoulder Strap Attachment ATTACH STRAP 1 Following the illustration at left, thread the strapthrough the top of 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 theother eyelet 3 , making sure the strap isn’t twi...
Page 16 - RECORDING; Basic Recording; LOAD A CASSETTE; ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE; START SHOOTING
16 EN RECORDING Basic Recording NOTE: You should already have performed the procedures listedbelow. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( Z pg. 8) ● Recording Mode/Tape Length Setting ( Z pg. 12) ● Grip Adjustment ( Z pg. 14) LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then inser...
Page 17 - STOP RECORDING
EN 17 STOP RECORDING 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stoprecording. • The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode. NOTES: ● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supplyis attached. ● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until theholder opens. Do not use force. ●...
Page 18 - Basic Features
18 EN RECORDING Basic Features FEATURE: Zooming PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, oran instantaneous change in imagemagnification. OPERATION: Zoom In Press the “T” of the Power ZoomButton. Zoom Out Press “W” of the Power ZoomButton. n Zooming speed is available. A totalof 4 zoom speeds are...
Page 21 - DANGER
EN 21 FEATURE: Video Light (GR-AX730 only) PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when naturallighting is too dim. OPERATION: 1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required: ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorderis turned on. AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when thecamcorder senses...
Page 22 - Advanced Features; Program AE With Special Effects; SELECT MODE
22 EN RECORDING Advanced Features SEPIA 1 /1 0 0 0 1/ 20 00 F G N D AUTO M OD E LOCK REL EA SE WIDE TITLE EFFECT SUPER LOLUX Program AE With Special Effects All you have to do to access any of the variety ofshooting effects is to turn the Select Dial. SELECT MODE 1 Turn the Select Dial until the sym...
Page 24 - Fader; ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE; Wide; ENGAGE WIDE MODE; NOTE
24 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) FADER 4 EFFECT Fade-in Fade-out Fader This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to blackblank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and fade-out works at recording end or when you enter Record-Standby mode. ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE 1 Press EFFECT t...
Page 25 - SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE; Instant Titles; SELECT PRESET TITLE
EN 25 4 S . LX MAX MAX NORM OFF Viewfinder Super LoLux(Gain Up) Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas withlow or poor lighting. SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE 1 Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the modes as shown at left. Once the desired modeappears, it is engaged. • The mode’...
Page 26 - Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment; MAKE SETTING
26 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the moredetailed camcorder settings. ACCESS MENU SCREEN 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTOLOCK, then press the MEN...
Page 28 - Focusing; Auto Focus
28 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Focusing Auto Focus The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuousshooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,correct focus may not be obtainable in the situationslisted below (in these cases use manual focusing):• When two subjects overlap i...
Page 29 - Manual Focus; To nearer subject
EN 29 MENU 4 MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M. W. B. ZOOM SPEED 4 NEXT AUTO AUTO DEC OFF T30 AUTO FAST 25. 98 AUTO MANU EXIT FOCUS Manual Focus NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinderadjustments ( Z pg. 14). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. ACCES...
Page 30 - Exposure Control; To darken the image
30 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the bestavailable picture quality, but you can override and makethe adjustment manually. ACCESS MENU SCREEN 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTOLOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial....
Page 31 - MWB
EN 31 Manual White Balance Adjustment(M.W.B.) The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.However, the more advanced camcorder operator wouldprefer to control this function manually and achieve amore professional color/tint reproduction. ACCESS MENU SCREEN 1 Turn the Select Dial to any posit...
Page 32 - START DELAYED RECORDING
32 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Self-Timer You can set the delay between pressing the RecordingStart/Stop Button and the actual start of recording. If yousecure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating thecamcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts. NOTE: Make sure the camco...
Page 33 - Animation
EN 33 Animation Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion ofmovement. This function allows you to shoot aseries of pictures, each slightly different, of the sameobject for a brief period of time. NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standbymode and the recording mode is set to “SP” bef...
Page 34 - PLAYBACK; Using The Cassette Adapter; INSERT BATTERY; VCR
34 EN PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak) Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recordedwith this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHSvideo cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is batterypowered and automatically performs tape loading andunloading. INS...
Page 35 - Connection To A VCR; CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR; Basic Connections
EN 35 There are three basic types of connections. When makingthe connections, refer also to your VCR and TVinstruction manuals. Connection To A VCR A (Editing, Dubbing and Playback) NOTE: Use the optional Audio and Video cables. CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR 1 As shown in the illustration at left, connec...
Page 36 - Basic Playback; Rewind or Fast-forward the tape
36 EN M–0: 23 : 45 SP 4 PLAYBACK Basic Playback LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked. SELECT MODE 2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The powerindicator lights. PLAY BACK 3 Pr...
Page 37 - Features; ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING
EN 37 PLAYBACK Features Tracking This function can be used to eliminate noise bars thatappear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is AutoTracking. Manual Tracking is also available. ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING 1 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode.Keep rotating it until noise bars disap...
Page 39 - TAPE DUBBING; Tape Dubbing
EN 39 TAPE DUBBING Tape Dubbing CONNECT EQUIPMENT 1 Following the illustration at left, connect thecamcorder and the VCR. PREPARE FOR DUBBING 2 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”, turnon the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriatecassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. SELECT VCR MODE 3 Enga...
Page 40 - INSTALLING THE BATTERY; PULL OUT BATTERY
40 EN A C B a 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! @ # 1 $89 !503 7 % ^ 2 @46 & 1 2 3 1 1 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX730 only) BUTTONS FUNCTIONS With the camcorder’s power switch With the camcorder’s power switch set to “CAMERA”. set to “PLAY”. 1 Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal. tran...
Page 42 - SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR; OPERATE VCR; IMPORTANT
42 EN USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX730 only) (cont.) Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as thesource player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automaticediting, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easilyperformed when the optional RM-V700U MBR ...
Page 43 - MAKE CONNECTIONS; VCR OTHER THAN TYPE; PREPARE CAMCORDER
EN 43 MAKE CONNECTIONS CONNECT TO . . . 1 A JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTEPAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSEterminal. B JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTEPAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITHR.A. EDIT CONNECTOR Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDITconnector. C VCR OTHER THAN TYP...
Page 44 - SELECT SCENES
44 EN USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX730 only) (cont.) SELECT SCENES ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER DISPLAY 1 Press PLAY/PAUSE , then press ON/OFF and the counter display appears in the viewfinder and thescreen of the connected TV. REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE 2 Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of ...
Page 45 - AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR; ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE; END AUTOMATIC EDITING
EN 45 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 1 Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infraredsensor and press VCR REC STBY , or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode. BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING 2 Press the...
Page 46 - Insert Editing
46 EN M – 0 : 12 : 34 USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX730 only) (cont.) Insert Editing You can record a new scene into a previously recordedtape, replacing a section of the original recording withminimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. Theoriginal audio remains unchanged. NOTE: Use the...
Page 47 - Audio Dubbing; ENGAGE AUDIO DUB-STANDBY
EN 47 e 4 M – 0 :05:20 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. 46) before continuing. • The sound comes from the built-in microphone. FIND EDIT-IN POINT 1 Press REW to go a little beyond ...
Page 48 - USER MAINTENANCE; After Use; CLEAN EXTERIOR
48 EN USER MAINTENANCE After Use 1 Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn offthe camcorder. 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove the cassette. 3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH . 4 Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack. 5 Slide the LENS COVER open/...
Page 49 - TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM
EN 49 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POWER No power is supplied. The power suddenly goes off anddoesn’t come back on by itself. RECORDING Recording cannot be performed. Recording does not start. L PLAYBACK The tape is running, but there’s noplayback picture. Playback picture is blurred orinterrupted. The c...
Page 51 - Indications; Viewfinder Indications
EN 51 REC SP 30MIN 444 4 S . LX T30 01 MWB NORM 5MIN 1 4S LENS COVER PAUSE DEC 25. 98 AM 11 : 45 : 18 MERRY CHRISTMAS TAPE END 1 6 7 2 3 4 5 % ^ & 9 $ 0 # ( * ) 8 ! @ TWILIGHT INDEX Indications Viewfinder Indications @ Interval Timer/Recording Time/5Sec. Rec Mode Indicator ............. Z pgs. 1...
Page 52 - Controls; q w e r
52 EN INDEX Controls 4 3 u p i o 1 9 0 ! 5 6 7 8 ^ ( # % $ @ ) W q w e r & R * t y E T 2 Q
Page 54 - Terms
54 EN INDEX Terms A AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 8Animation Recording .............................. pg. 33, 41Audio Dubbing ....................................... pg. 47Auto Date Record ................................... pg. 20Auto Focus ...................................
Page 55 - General Battery Precautions; CAUTIONS; Video Light
EN 55 General Battery Precautions • When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not functioning even when correctly operated, the batteryis exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one. • Use only the following battery: C-P6U or C-P7U ........................ AA (R6) size Please make note of the followi...
Page 56 - Cassettes
56 EN Cassettes To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure toread 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 previouslyrecorded video and audio signals. .... make su...
Page 57 - SPECIFICATIONS
EN 57 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format : VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 6V Power consumption • GR-AX730 light on : 7.8 W • GR-AX730 light off /GR-AX430 : 5.1 W • GR-AX230 : 5.0 W Signal system : NTSC-type Video recording system Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier direct recordin...
Page 58 - ESPAÑOL; Alimentación; CARGA DE LA BATERIA; ALIMENTACION; REFRESCADO; USO DE LA BATERIA; COLOCACION DE LA BATERIA
58 EN ESPAÑOL 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 Alimentación Esta cámara de video posee un sistema de alimentaciónde 3 vías que le permite seleccionar la fuente...
Page 59 - GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA; Utilización de la batería
EN 59 GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA Utilización de la batería 1 Enganche el extremo superior de la bateríaen la cámara de video. (Procedimiento paracarga, Z P. 8) 2 Empuje la batería hacia adentro hasta quequede bloqueada en su lugar. Para extraer la batería Deslice BATT. RELEASE y extraiga la batería....
Page 60 - HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER; — JVC; ACCESSORIES; JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING; DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.
60 EN 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 refe...
Page 61 - LIMITED WARRANTY
EN 61 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 fo...
Page 62 - MEMO
