JVC GR-AX838EG - Manual

JVC GR-AX838EG

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – EN; The Logical Choice; PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
  • Page 3 – GETTING STARTED; Power; CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK; SUPPLY POWER; USING THE BATTERY PACK; ATTACH BATTERY PACK
  • Page 4 – USING A CAR BATTERY
  • Page 5 – Viewfinder Adjustment
  • Page 6 – SELECT MODE; START CLOCK OPERATION
  • Page 7 – Tape Length Setting; SET TAPE LENGTH; Recording Mode Setting; SET RECORDING MODE; Loading/Unloading A Cassette; OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER; CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
  • Page 8 – Grip Adjustment; Shoulder Strap Attachment; Tripod Mounting
  • Page 9 – RECORDING; Basic Recording; LOAD A CASSETTE; STOP RECORDING
  • Page 10 – Basic Features
  • Page 12 – SET VIDEO LIGHT; DANGER
  • Page 13 – Advanced Features
  • Page 14 – Exposure Control
  • Page 15 – Focusing; Auto Focus
  • Page 16 – Manual Focus; To nearer subject; LOCK FOCUS; RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE
  • Page 17 – Fader; Wide
  • Page 18 – Instant Titles; DISPLAY; Character Generator
  • Page 19 – Date/Time Character Insert; CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE; AUTO DATE RECORD
  • Page 20 – MWB
  • Page 21 – PAUSE; Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment; CLOSE MENU
  • Page 23 – ACCESS MENU SCREEN
  • Page 24 – Animation
  • Page 25 – PLAYBACK; Using The Cassette Adapter; INSERT BATTERY; VCR
  • Page 26 – Basic Connections; CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR
  • Page 27 – Basic Playback; Rewind or Fast-forward the tape
  • Page 28 – Features
  • Page 29 – EDITING; Tape Dubbing
  • Page 30 – SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR; OPERATE THE VCR; IMPORTANT; MAKE CONNECTIONS; NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER
  • Page 31 – SELECT SCENES
  • Page 32 – AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR; ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE; SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL
  • Page 33 – USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT; Installing The Battery; PULL OUT BATTERY
  • Page 35 – Insert Editing; RESET COUNTER
  • Page 36 – Audio Dubbing; ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY; BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING
  • Page 37 – TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM; POWER; TAPE TRANSPORT
  • Page 38 – OTHER
  • Page 39 – Controls
  • Page 40 – r t y; Connectors
  • Page 41 – Viewfinder Indications
  • Page 42 – CAUTIONS; General Batter y Precautions; Battery Packs; To prevent damage and prolong service; Cassettes
  • Page 43 – Main Unit; This camcorder features a built-in head; For Your Maintenance; Cleaning The Camcorder
  • Page 44 – SPECIFICATIONS
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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. 3).

• 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. 40 – 42) and familiarize

yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

...... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and

cautions (

Z

pgs. 43, 44). They contain extremely

important information regarding the safe use of your
new camcorder.

2

EN

PAL

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 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.

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 is possible anywhere. Use the
BN-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.)

n

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.

SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accord-
ance 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.

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Summary

Page 2 - EN; The Logical Choice; PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

n Program Manager ( Z pg. 14 – 23) n Programme AE with Special Effects( Z pgs. 14, 15) • Auto Mode Lock • Auto Mode Release• Electronic Fog Filter • ND Effect• Sepia • Twilight • Sports• 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter• 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter n Integrated Auto Light (GR-AX838/AX638 only) ( Z ...

Page 3 - GETTING STARTED; Power; CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK; SUPPLY POWER; USING THE BATTERY PACK; ATTACH BATTERY PACK

4 EN GETTING STARTED REFRESH indicator REFRESH switch CHG. (charge) indicator Marks ENDindicator POWERindicator ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, makesure that the camcorder’s power is turnedoff. Failure to do so can result in acamcorder malfunction. Hook on. Push in. BATT. RELEASE Power...

Page 4 - USING A CAR BATTERY

EN 5 NOTES: ● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode andthe frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs. ● Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battey pack, and discharging times are for fullycharged bat...

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