CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 6 14 COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER RECORDING GR-AXM33 GR-AXM23 Basic Recording ...................... 14 Basic Features ........................ 18 Advanced Features .................. 22 Programme AE With Special Effects .................................. 22 Fader ..................................... 24 Wide ..................................... 24 Super LoLux (Gain Up) ............ 25 Instant Titles ........................... 25 Character Generator ............... 26 Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment ........................... 27 Focusing ................................ 30 Exposure Control .................... 32 Manual White Balance Adjustment ........................... 33 Self-Timer .............................. 34 Animation .............................. 35 Time Lapse ............................. 35 PLAYBACK Basic Playback ....................... Features ............................... Using The Cassette Adapter ........ Basic Connections .................... 36 36 37 39 40 TAPE DUBBING USER MAINTENANCE 41 42 43 45 45 47 47 47 47 48 Compact VHS (The camcorder illustrations appearing in the illustrations are of the GR-AXM33.) PAL TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX LCD monitor/viewfinder ............ Controls ............................... Connectors ............................ Indicators ............................. Other Parts ........................... Terms .................................. INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS 49 51 LYT0038-001A 2 EN 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. 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. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Using This Instruction Manual · All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( cover page). · 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 ( pgs. 45 ­ 48) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. .... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions ( pgs. 49 ­ 50). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. 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 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 accordance with the following code: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red CAUTIONS: To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. 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. Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC. Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly. 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. EN 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 LCD monitor/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.) 3 PAL This camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be used with this unit. HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment. This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65. 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 damaged 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 unattended 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! 4 EN MAJOR FEATURES 5Sec.-Rec (5 sec. Recording) ( pg. 19) 22 x Optical Hyper Zoom ( pg. 18) PAL REMEMBER The Logical Choice The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR* Zoom-in Zoom-out Programme AE with Special pg. 22) Effects ( 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 LCD Colour Monitor ( pg. 16) 180° 90° Program Manager II ( pg. 22 ­ 35) Programme AE with Special Effects, Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Titles, Menu Adjustment (Focus, Exposure Control and so on.) Integrated Auto Light (GR-AXM33 only) ( pg. 20) PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ·AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V15EK · Cassette Adapter C-P7U ·Battery Pack BN-V12U ·Shoulder Strap ·Cable Adapter · Lithium Battery CR2025 x 1 (for clock operation) · DC Cord QUICK OPERATION GUIDE SUPPLY POWER Hook on. EN 5 INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE PUSH EJECT 1 2 Push in. BATT. RELEASE 2 4 3 Using the battery pack 1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to the camcorder. (Charging procedure, place. pg. 6) 1 Open 1 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. 2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. 2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder. 3 Insert a video cassette. 4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder. (For more details, pg. 11) PLAYBACK PLAY/PAUSE 3 SHOOTING 1 LENS COVER Open/Close Switch 3 1 2 STOP 2 Set to "CAMERA". Recording Start/Stop Button REW 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 the playback picture appears. ·To stop playback, press STOP. (For more details, pg. 36.) ·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. pg. 39 1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open the lens cover. 2 Set the Power Switch to "CAMERA". -- The power indicator will light and an image will appear. 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, pgs. 14 ­ 17) · 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. 6 EN Marks To AC outlet GETTING STARTED Power This camcorder's 3-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. CHG. (charge) indicator NOTES: No function is available without power supply. Use only specified power supply. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. REFRESH switch REFRESH indicator CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1 2 3 SUPPLY POWER Connect the charger's AC power cord to a wall outlet. REFRESH The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging. Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings. 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. 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 begins blinking to indicate charging has started. DETACH BATTERY PACK When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow. CHARGE approx. 1 hr. 10 min. DISCHARGE approx. 3 hrs. 30 min. BATT. PACK BN-V12U BN-V22U BN-V25U approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs. approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs. Hook on. 1 USING THE BATTERY PACK 1 2 Push in. BATT. RELEASE ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place. 2 DETACH BATTERY PACK Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. Approximate recording time (unit: min.) BATT. PACK BN-V12U BN-V22U BN-V25U LCD LCD LCD monitor on/ monitor off/ monitor on/ Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on 60 (35) 125 (80) 165 (110) 60 (35) 130 (80) 170 (110) 50 (35) 110 (75) 145 (100) 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. ( ) : when the light is on (GR-AXM33 only). EN CHARGE MARKER Charge marker 7 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. ...