JVC GR-AXM18EG instruction manual Basic Features, Light OFF/AUTO/ON, Video Light GR-AXM28 only

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BasicFeatures(cont.)

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

DANGER

The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. between the video light and people or objects.

Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

OPERATION:

NOTES:

Video Light (GR-AXM28 only)

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

1)Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required:

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

OFF : Turns off the light.

The video light can only be used with the camcorder’s power on.

It is recommended to set the white balance (pg. 31) to

HALOGEN mode () when you use the video light.

When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.

Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch is set to “AUTO”:

Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF/ AUTO/ON switch.

While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode (pg. 21) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

While the Twilight mode

(pg. 21) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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Contents Safety Precautions Logical Choice Supply Power PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackAA-V15EG DC OUTClose Cover Insert BatteryGetting Started Access Menu Screen Date/Time SettingMenu Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode Loading/Unloading a Cassette Viewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Adjust LengthTripod Mounting Attach StrapBasic Recording Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeLoad a Cassette Start ShootingStop Recording Tape remaining time indicatorTally lamp Lights while recording is in progress Power Switch Start/Stop ButtonEN Recording Basic Recording Brightness control Journalistic shootingInterface shooting Zoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicator bar Power Zoom button EN Recording Basic FeaturesFeature Purpose Operation Zoom Speed Setting Menu Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speedFeature 5Sec. Rec mode indicator5SEC. REC Retake R/F Quick ReviewSet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required Basic FeaturesLight OFF/AUTO/ON Video Light GR-AXM28 onlyDate/Time/Character Insert DATE/TIMEDisplay Select Dial Programme AE With Special Effects Recording Advanced FeaturesAfter 1 sec MarkViewfinder indication DialMode Wide Advanced FeaturesFader Select Preset Title Select Super Lolux ModeSuper LoLux Gain Up Instant TitlesLCD monitor or viewfinder Menu Jog Dial Menu ScreenUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Menu Screen Explanations RecordingREC Time Auto Focus FocusingManual Focus Screen END Adjustment of FocusFocus Menu Screen To darken the image Manual Exposure Screen To brighten the imageManual White Balance Adjustment M.W.B REC Time INT. TimeTime-Lapse Release Animation ModeSET Interval Between Recordings SET Recording TimeBasic Playback EN PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Play BackSpeaker volume control Playback FeaturesAdjust Volume TrackingCounter R/M REW FeaturesCassette Adapter Using The Cassette Adapter ENInsert Cassette in Adapter Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to TV Basic ConnectionsConnect Camcorder to VCR PLAY/PAUSE Power SwitchPull OUT Battery Holder Using Remote Control Unit GR-AXM28 onlyReplace Battery Holder FunctionsSTART/STOP Viss INT. Time REC Time Interval Timer IndicatorRec Time Indicator Viewfinder Random Assemble Editing R.A.Edit Using Remote Control Unit GR AXM28 onlySET Remote to Operate VCR Operate VCRPrepare VCR Connect toPrepare Camcorder Register Beginning of Scene Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayRegister END of Scene Register Additional ScenesBegin Automatic Editing Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeEND Automatic Editing VCR REC Stby ON/OFFSTART/STOP REW Play Pause Insert Counter R/M PLAY/PAUSEREW FF DUB REW PlayPower suddenly goes off No power is suppliedDoesn’t come back on by itself Recording cannot be performedReview or Retake mode Indicators and the pictureAn error number i.e. E03 appears Tape won’t eject50EN Indicators 52EN Avoid using the unit For safety, do notDuring use To avoid hazardCont General Specifications