COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AXM405 GR-AXM205 ENGLISH INSTRUCTIONS LYT0352-001A EN 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 this product. Using This Instruction Manual · All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( 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 ( pgs. 52 ­ 54) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. .... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product. You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 55 and 56 before use. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Warning on lithium cell battery (for clock operation and remote control unit) 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 Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony 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. 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 camcorder is designed to be used with PALtype 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/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multivoltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65. CAUTIONS: If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself. 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/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet. 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. MAJOR FEATURES Programme AE with Special Effects pg. 22 ­ 23) ( · Electronic Fog Filter · ND Effect · Sepia · Twilight · Sports · Nega/Posi · 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter pg. 14) LCD Colour Monitor ( Snapshot (GR-AXM405 only) ( pg. 20) 5-Sec. Recording (GR-AXM205 only) pg. 18) ( Menu Adjustment ( pg. 26, 27, 28) Picture Stabilizer ( pg. 18) Digital Hyper Zoom ( pg. 16) Integrated Auto Light (GR-AXM405 only) ( pg. 19) CONTENTS GETTING STARTED EN3 4 ­ 11 Power ............................................ 4 Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/ Removal ........................................ 6 Date/Time Settings ............................. 7 Recording Mode Setting ....................... 8 Tape Length Setting ............................. 8 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 9 Grip Adjustment ............................... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ......................10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ..................11 Tripod Mounting ............................... 11 RECORDING 12 ­ 35 Basic Recording ................................ 12 Basic Features ................................. 16 Advanced Features ............................20 PLAYBACK PROVIDED ACCESSORIES 36 ­ 41 Basic Playback ................................. 36 Features ........................................ 37 Using The Cassette Adapter .................39 Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing .......40 · AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V15EG ·Cassette Adapter C-P7U USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 42­ 49 Random Assemble Editing ...................44 Insert Editing .................................. 48 Audio Dubbing ................................. 49 TROUBLESHOOTING ·Battery Pack BN-V12U ·Remote Control RM-V700U (GR-AXM405 only) 50 ­ 51 52 ­ 54 INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators .......52 Indications ..................................... 54 CAUTIONS ·Shoulder Strap ·Editing Cable (GR-AXM405 only) 55 ­ 56 57 57 SPECIFICATIONS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ·Audio/Video (A/V) cable ·DC Cord ·Lithium Battery CR2025 · x1 for GR-AXM205 (clock operation) · x2 for GR-AXM405 (clock operation and remote control) 4 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. CHARGE indicator NOTES: No function is available without power supply. Use only the specified power supply. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK REFRESH switch REFRESH indicator REFRESH The AC Power Adapter/Charger 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. 1 SUPPLY POWER 2 ATTACH BATTERY PACK Connect the charger's AC power cord to a wall outlet. Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it locks in place. · The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate charging has started. 3 DETACH BATTERY PACK Battery pack BN-V12U BN-V20U Charging time approx. 1 hr. 10 min. approx. 1 hr. 50 min When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction of the arrow. Discharging time approx. 3 hrs. 30 min. approx. 6 hrs. 40 min. USING THE BATTERY PACK A Hook on. B Push in. 1 ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its end to the camcorder ( ) and push the battery ). pack in until it locks in place ( Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. 2 DETACH BATTERY PACK Battery pack BN-V12U BATTERY RELEASE BN-V20U LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder off 60 (35) 95 (60) Approximate recording time (unit: min.) LCD monitor off/ Viewfinder on 65 (40) 105 (65) LCD monitor on/ Viewfinder on 50 (35) 85 (55) ( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AXM405 only). 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. INFORMATION: VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger. The BN-V856U battery pack provides approx. 7 hours of recording time when the viewfinder is on and the LCD monitor and the video light are off. Also read thoroughly the VU-V856KIT's instruction manuals. It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger. EN5 Charge Marker 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 to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. Charging times noted on page 4 are for a fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for a 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. While the AC Power Adapter/Charger's power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/ Charger to store it. High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Do not allow it to discharge in a container, such as a bag. If you stop recharging or discharging part way 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. The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer. To DC IN jack To AC outlet USING AC POWER Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in the illustration). DC OUT terminal NOTES: DC Cord AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V15EG The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. When using the DC cord, make sure you connect the end of the cord with the core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces interference. USING A CAR BATTERY To car's cigarette lighter socket Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration). NOTES: Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E (optional) When using the car battery, leave the engine idling. The optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (BH-V3E) can also be used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/V856U). When using the optional Car Battery Charger/ Adapter, refer to the respective instruction booklet. GETTING STARTED 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. 6 EN Slot GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings. 1 SWITCH OFF POWER Pull out the battery holder. Battery holder Switch off the unit's power and remove the power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.). 2 REMOVE BATTERY HOLDER 3 INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER 4 RE-INSERT HOLDER NOTES: Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have the "+" mark visible. Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a click. See "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" ( pg. 2) for information on safe handling of lithium batteries. To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the illustration when inserting/removing the battery. EN7 Date/Time Settings 1 ACCESS MENU SCREEN ·The power lamp comes on. Set the Power Switch to "PRO.", then press MENU. 2 SELECT FUNCTION MENU Button Power lamp Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to "DATE/TIME", then press it. The DATE/TIME Menu appears. ·If you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings, rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to "EXIT" and press it, then go to step 6. ·If you want to set only the time without changing the date, go to step 4. 3 SET DATE Select Dial Display 4NEXT M .W. B . D . ZOOM TELE MACRO DATE TIME TAPE LENGTH AUTO ON OFF T45 Power Switch Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking. ·Repeat this procedure until you're satisfied with the Date settings ("YEAR", "MONTH" and "DAY"). Menu Screen 4 SET TIME DATE/TIME Menu 24-hour indication 4RETURN DATE TIME YEAR MONTH DAY TIME 1999 1 1 22 : 50 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to "TIME" and then press it. When the hour setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. The minute setting stops blinking. When none of these settings (YEAR, MONT ...