JVC GR-AX999UM, LYT0108-001A manual Use, Servicing, To avoid personal injury

Page 4

4EN

USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combina- tion to overturn.

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only

3.Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Image 4
Contents GR-AX999UM English Safety Precautions Installation Antenna Installation InstructionsRequirements for the grounding electrode ProductServicing USETo avoid personal injury Major Features EN Zoom-inZoom-out Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorderBATT. Release Eject PushPLAY/PAUSE REWSystem Select Switch Set to D.S.C Snapshot Button Open/Close 3 SwitchPower Switch Set to Play Quick Operation Guide D.S.C. ENContents Cassette Adapter Battery Pack Lithium BatteryVHS Playpak C-P7U BN-V18U CD-ROM including CR2025 x 2 forPower Supply PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackTo AC outlet DC OUT terminal To DC Jack AC Power Car Battery Cord Lighter socketCar Battery Charger/Adapter Charge markerSwitch OFF Power Insert BatteryGetting Started Close CoverSetting Menu Select Dial ViewfinderMenu Jog Dial Menu Screen DATE/TIMEGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentAdjust Length Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Attach StrapRecording Mode Setting Tape Length SettingLoading/Unloading a Cassette Open Cassette HolderINSERT/REMOVE Cassette Close Cassette HolderEnter RECORD-STANDBY Mode Lens Cover SwitchBasic Recording Load a CassetteTape remaining time indicator Stop RecordingNow calculating BlinkingBasic Features Zoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicator barPower Zoom button Select Dial When the Select Dial is set to Auto LockPurpose FeatureOperation Video Recording Basic Features Feature Purpose OperationDisplay Date/Time InsertTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as requiredMode when you use the video light Light OFF/AUTO/ONSelect Snapshot Mode MODESnapshotTake Snapshot SnapshotShots Pictrue mode display Fine or STD standard Pin-UpFull Program AE With Special Effects Video Recording Advanced FeaturesMark Captures faster action than Sports mode IndicationHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Colors of a picture are reversedAdvanced Features Engage FADE- or Wipe Standby ModeTo Cancel FADE- or WIPE- Standby Mode Fade/WipeEngage Wide Mode Select Super Lolux ModeWide Super LoLuxGain UpSelect Preset Title EN Video RecordingInstant Titles Viewfinder Title displayMake Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentEND Setting Adjusts focus automatically Allows you to adjust focus manually pgAdjusts exposure automatically Allows you to adjust exposure manually pgTally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Functions are disabledSetting is Etc. When Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu ScreenFocusing Auto FocusFocus Menu Screen END Adjustment of FocusManual Focus Screen Exposure Menu Screen To brighten the image Menu Jog Dial Menu ScreenTo darken the image Manual White Balance Adjustment M.W.B REC Time Indicator INT. Time Menu INT. Time IndicatorREC Time Menu INT. Time Release Animation Mode Time-LapseSET Interval Between Recordings SET Recording TimeEN Video Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Play BackTracking Video Playback Features ENActivate Manual Tracking Video Playback Features Counter R/M PLAY/PAUSEUsing The Cassette Adapter EN Cassette Adapter VHS PlaypakInsert Cassette in Adapter Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to TV Connect Camcorder to VCRRF-V5U Power Switch Tape DubbingSelect Picture Mode Mode SnapshotEN Digital Still Camera D.S.C. Shooting Basic ShootingPicture Mode Setting SET Picture ModeSet to D.S.C Select Dial Viewfinder Select FunctionC. Shooting Advanced Features Following happens when Twilight mode is selected pg Changed to another modeFocusing pg Captures faster action than Sports mode pgSetting Menu Ex. INT. Time Turn the Select Dial to any position except AutoLOCK, then press the Menu Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appearsMode when you wish to shoot many still images Is better than STANDARD, Fine is more suitable for postProduction on a PC On NextSetting is impossible Titles etc. When Demo Mode is set to on and the MenuBy turning off the camcorder, Demo Mode is set to OFF DisabledButton System Select Switch Basic Playback ENC. Playback Advanced Features Setting Menu Ex. ProtectPress the Menu Jog Dial. The Menu Screen AppearsSelect Images you shot beforehand pgALL Access Index Menu Screen IndexView Index Images Index Menu ScreenProtect SET ProtectAccess Delete Menu Screen Select Delete ModeC. Playback DeleteNever remove the power supply unit at this stage Access Delete Execute Menu ScreenCase of Select Access Slide Show Slide ShowEx. Slide Show Menu Jog Dial Menu Screen Ex. Slide ShowC. Playback Connection Connect to Personal ComputerRUN Image Transfer SOFT- Ware END TransferringPull OUT Battery Holder Replace Battery HolderRM-V705URM-V700U Providedoptional FunctionsInterval Timer Indicator VissUsing Remote Control Unit Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR Operate VCRConnect to Prepare CamcorderPrepare VCR RM-V700U optionalCont Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE Mode Begin Automatic EditingEND Automatic Editing ON/OFF VCR REC StbySTART/STOP REW Play Pause Insert REW Power Switch ViewfinderRM-V700URM-V705U Optional or provided Power Switch Viewfinder Select Still ImageBegin Insert Editing END Insert EditingSet to Video To external Microphone input Jack capped REW Play Pause DUBCleaning The Camcorder User MaintenanceAfter Use 72EN Recording Mode SP/EP Displayed when any of the buttons located@ Picture Stabilizer Indicator Tape Remaining Time74EN Tally Lamp Power Indicator REW Button Retake R Quick Review ButtonFF Button Retake F Button Stop Button # Function Navigator DialCharging the Battery Pack Discharge The Battery Pack High Speed Shutter ModeFast-Forward Tape Delete Select Menu ScreenRandom Assemble Editing Recording, Start/Stop VideoRemove Cassette Pg , 49Some functions are not available No power is suppliedBright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the viewfinder Playback Recording cannot be performed Recording does not startTroubleshooting Format Menu ScreenPlug adapter Using Household AC Plug AdapterTo avoid hazard For safety, do not Avoid using the unitDuring use Store cassettesAbout moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningNumber Mbyte Storable shots Fine mode Approx shots Standard modeDimensions X 42 H 16 x 1-11/16 Weight Approx g 0.71 lbs Camcorder format VHS Ntsc standardPage Page Page GR-AX999UM

LYT0108-001A, GR-AX999UM specifications

The JVC GR-AX999UM, LYT0108-001A, is a compact and versatile video camcorder that has captured the attention of amateur and professional videographers alike. This model is renowned for its user-friendly design and advanced technology, making it an excellent choice for various recording needs.

One of the standout features of the GR-AX999UM is its impressive 20x optical zoom lens. This enables users to capture detailed shots from a distance, making it ideal for recording events such as sports games or outdoor activities. The lens is complemented by a 700x digital zoom, providing additional flexibility in capturing distant subjects, although users should be cautious to maintain image clarity at higher zoom levels.

The camcorder is equipped with a 1/6-inch CCD image sensor, which plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality video output. The sensor, combined with its advanced signal processing, ensures that the GR-AX999UM performs well in various lighting conditions, producing bright and vibrant colors. An automatic white balance feature further enhances the recording quality by adapting to different lighting situations.

The GR-AX999UM supports various recording formats, including standard VHS-C tapes, which offers convenience for users who prefer a more traditional recording medium. Additionally, it includes a variety of video effects and scene modes, allowing creators to experiment with their recordings and add a professional touch to their videos.

In terms of design, the JVC GR-AX999UM is lightweight and compact, making it easily portable for on-the-go filming. Its ergonomic grip and user-friendly button layout keep the operation straightforward, even for beginners. The camcorder features a built-in LCD screen that displays critical information, allowing users to compose shots effectively.

For audio, the GR-AX999UM includes a built-in microphone and an option for an external microphone for improved sound quality. This flexibility ensures that users can capture clear audio to accompany their videos effectively.

Overall, the JVC GR-AX999UM, LYT0108-001A represents an excellent blend of advanced features and practical design, making it suitable for a wide range of video recording applications. From family gatherings to travel vlogs, this camcorder provides a reliable and capable solution for capturing life's precious moments.