JVC GR-AX841 manual Recording Mode Setting, Cont, Tape Length Setting, SET Recording Mode

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12ENGETTINGSTARTED

Recording Mode Setting

Set depending on your preference.

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MENU Button

SP/EP Recording Mode Button

1 SET RECORDING MODE

First set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SP/EP for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more economical, providing three times the record- ing time.

NOTE:

If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

Select Dial

Power Switch

Tape Length Setting

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used.

1 ACCESS MENU SCREEN

First set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Press MENU.

Viewfinder

T30

SP

Display

4NEXT

M. W. B. AUTO

D . ZOOM ON TELE MACRO OFF DATETIME TAPE LENGTH T30

4RETURN

TAPE LENGTH

T20

T30

T40

EXIT

4NEXT

M. W. B. AUTO

D . ZOOM ON TELE MACRO OFF DATETIME TAPE LENGTH T40

Tape length indicator

Recording mode indicator

Menu Screen

TAPE LENGTH

Setting Menu

2 SELECT FUNCTION

Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu appears.

3 SET TAPE LENGTH

Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the correct setting. T20=20 minutes of recording time, T30=30 minutes, and T40=40 minutes (in SP).

•If you decide you want to return the tape length to the previous setting, rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.

4 CLOSE MENU SCREEN

Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (pg. 17) displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

4RETURN

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Contents GR-AX841 For Customer UseDear Customer It is recommended that youFor clock operation Power Sources Power Cord ProtectionPower Lines Grounding or PolarizationAccessories CleaningDamage Requiring Service Replacement PartsUsing the battery pack To remove the battery packSlide Battery Release and pull out the battery pack For more detailsLithium Battery CR2025 x 1DC Cord for clock operation ZoomZoom out Cassette AdapterContents Power Charge Marker DischargedClock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal Switch OFF PowerRemove Battery Holder Insert Battery in HolderDate/Time Settings Recording Mode Setting Tape Length SettingSET Recording Mode ContLoading/Unloading a Cassette Open Cassette HolderINSERT/REMOVE Cassette Close Cassette HolderGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentAdjust Length Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Attach StrapPower Switch Position Basic RecordingLoad a Cassette Start ShootingViewfinder Indications Stop RecordingPress Display Button EN Recording Basic Features Feature Picture StabilizerPush the Power Zoom Lever towards T Press P. STABILIZER. appearsFeature Quick Review Feature 5Sec. Rec 5-sec. RecordingBasic Features Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Recording Advanced Features EN21 Tomodecancel FADE- or WIPE-STANDBYFade/Wipe Modeengage FADE- or WIPE-STANDBYAdvanced Features Select ModeProgram AE With Special Effects Press P.AE to cycle through the modes as shown on the leftSepia SportsND Effect Nega/Posi Negative/PositiveRecording Advanced Features Date/Time InsertPress the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen Access Title Menu Select the Desired ModeInstant Titles RETURN. Then press the Select Dial to close Menu ScreenUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Make SettingEND Setting Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial Menu Screen Available Using The Menu ButtonTally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu Screen is closedAllows you to set the current date and time pg Recording pgAccess Exposure Menu Access Manual ExposureAdjust Exposure END Adjustment of ExposureFocusing Patterns that are regularly repeatedAccess Focus Menu Access Manual FocusAdjust Focus END Adjustment of FocusWhite Balance Adjustment Access White Balance AdjustmentSET Function Parameters To Return To Automatic White BalanceEnter Setting Manual White Balance OperationSET Manual White Balance To Change The Tint For RecordingSelf-Timer Access INT. Time MenuStart Delayed Recording To Cancel Self-TimerAnimation Time-LapsePlayback Basic Playback Rewind or Fast-Forward the tapePlay Back Stop PlaybackTracking Activate Manual TrackingNoise bars disappear Finishes, the indication disappearsPlayback Features Feature Still PlaybackFeature Shuttle Search Feature Counter Memory FunctionUsing The Cassette Adapter EN39 Insert BatteryCassette Adapter VHS Playpak When connecting the cables, open this cover Basic Connections And Tape DubbingBasic Connections Connection For Tape DubbingTape Dubbing Cleaning The Camcorder Clean LensAfter Use Remove EyepieceNo power is supplied Recording does not startAnimation or Time-Lapse is not AvailableReview or Retake mode An error number i.e. E03 appearsDuring recording, the indications do not appear Tape will not ejectWhite Balance Mode Indicator Clock Battery WarningTape Remaining Time Displayed and the tape remaining time warning46EN Video Light Switch Light OFF/AUTO/ON Power Switch Battery Release SwitchDC in Jack Connectors w to r are located beneath the cover Tally Lamp Power LampIndex Terms Pg , 9To prevent damage and prolong service life Other than the USATo avoid hazard For safety, do not Avoid using the unitDuring use Store cassettesConnectors Provided Accessories Optional AccessoriesGeneral Alimentación AlimentacionColocacion DE LA Bateria Indicador de cargaDeslice Battery Release y extraiga la batería Utilización de la bateríaPara extraer la batería EN for Servicing Only in U.S.A Warranty Only in U.S.A. EN55 GR-AX841

GR-AX841 specifications

The JVC GR-AX841 is a compact and innovative camcorder that gained popularity in the early 1990s, standing out for its unique feature set and user-friendly operation. This model is part of JVC's GR series, renowned for its advanced technologies and robust performance in video recording.

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