JVC GR-AX860 specifications Special Notes on Video Heads

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52CAUTIONS(cont.)

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

..... open the camcorder’s chassis.

..... disassemble or modify the unit.

..... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use.

..... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

..... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

..... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

..... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

..... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a

cooking stove.

..... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.

..... near a television set.

..... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.).

..... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)

or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3.DO NOT leave the unit . . .

..... in places of over 50°C.

..... in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

..... in direct sunlight.

..... in a closed car in summer.

..... near a heater.

4.To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

..... allow it to become wet.

..... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

..... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation.

..... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

..... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.

..... carry it by holding the viewfinder.

..... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

5.This camcorder features a built-in head cleaner which automatically cleans the heads and head drum when a cassette is loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads become dirty and cause blurriness or interruption in the playback picture, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

About moisture condensation . . .

You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass‘ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO HEADS

Dust and dirt on video heads

1.Always allow enough time for your camcorder to acclimatize to its environment before using it.

2.Do not use the unit in areas of high humidity. (Typical areas of high humidity are given below.) •From being used or stored in a very cold outdoor

situation, then immediately being used in a warm indoor situation.

•From being used or stored in a cool air-conditioned situation, then being used in a high-humidity outdoor situation.

•Other areas where rapid large temperature changes can occur.

3.Taking care of your “C” format video cassette tapes.. •Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position,

complete in their cassette cases.

•During transportation, always store cassettes in their cassette cases.

4.Check recorded information at regular intervals. If the camcorder is equipped with a quick review facility, use this facility to check whether the picture is clear or not.

If the quick review or playback picture is not clear, then the video heads may be dirty.

Note:

As a maladjusted tracking control can give similar symptoms to dirty video heads, please check that the tracking control of the unit is in the centre position.

Cleaning the video heads

Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or interrupted. Although this camcorder is equipped with a built-in head cleaner which automatically cleans the heads, reducing the likelihood of dirty heads, if such troubles are encountered, we recommend the use of the cleaning cassette specifically designed for JVC camcorders, model number TCC-2U. Please use the cleaning cassette as indicated below:

1After inserting the cleaning cassette, activate the Play mode for a maximum of 15 seconds (normally, 5 seconds is sufficient).

2Remove the cleaning cassette and check the playback picture with a previously good-recorded tape.

3If the picture is clear, then recording on a new tape can begin when desired.

4If the picture is not clear, repeat steps 1 to 3 up to two more times.

5If the picture is still unclear, consult your local JVC dealer.

Important Note:

If heads have become dirty, the associated tape will also be damaged, please do not use the tape again.

*A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a cassette is loaded and unloaded to reduce head clogging.

*Cleaning cassette TCC-2U is available from your JVC local dealer.

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Contents GR-AX860 Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Dear CustomerCrossed Out Dust Bin Mark Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment Ajor Features Remote Control Cassette Adapter Battery PackCorner Wipe CR2025 Shoulder StrapBATT. Release EjectPush 3PLAY/PAUSE 2REW StopPower Supply PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackDC OUT Viewfinder Adjustment Clock Battery Lithium Insertion/RemovalGetting Started Date/Time Setting SET Tape Length Tape Length SettingPress + or to move the highlight bar to Tape Length Recording Mode Setting Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Holder INSERT/REMOVE CassetteShoulder Strap Attachment Grip AdjustmentTripod Mounting Using The RM-V706U Remote Control Unit Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder Replace Battery HolderEnter RECORD-STANDBY Mode Cording Basic RecordingLoad a Cassette Start ShootingFeature FAR + MenuPurpose OperationSTART/STOP Viss Retake Auto PauseSET Video Light Video LightLight ON/AUTO/OFF Ecording Advanced Features Choose Display ModeDate/Time Insert DisplaySelect Snapshot Mode Snap Shot Snap Shot ModeSnapshot Perform Snapshot RecordingDigital Image Stabilizer Exposure ControlWhite Balance Adjustment Adjust FocusAdjust White Balance White balance mode indicatorFocusing Lock FocusRelease Focus Lock FAR NearRelease Manual Focus Mode Power zoom leverProgramme AE With Special Effects Select EffectDeactivate Effect EFFECT/PROG.AE OFFChange the setting Cinema-like 169 wide-screen effectPicture becomes sepia-tinted reddish brown monochrome Creating the look of an old photographReserve Effect Start RecordingEND Recording FADE/WIPEDissolve Auto SelectUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Make SettingChange Settings Select Function AT SUB MenuJlip ID no Access Instant Title Menu Screen Select Preset TitleDisplay Preset Title Instant TitlesAccess Character SET Menu END Character SettingInput Characters + Menu FAR NearRecording Near FAR MenuTally lamp START/STOP INT. Time REC TimeRelease Animation Mode Check Your WorkCassette Adapter Insert Cassette in AdapterPlay Back on Connected VCR Remove Cassette from AdapterConnectors B Playback only Connection To a VCR aEditing, Dubbing and Playback Connect Camcorder to TVPLAY/PAUSE Stop REW Power Playba CK Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape PlaybackPlayback Features Tracking PLAY/PAUSE Counter R/M REW Stop Pause PlayPower switch Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditEdit PLAY/PAUSE On NextConnect the editing cable to the R.A. Edit connector SET Remote to Operate VCROperate the VCR Connect toEditin G Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE Mode Begin Automatic EditingEND Automatic Editing Edited Tape VCR Edit StopCounter R/M IndicatorREW Play Insert Pause Audio dubbing indicator Viewfindere External MikeREW Play DUBCleaning The Camcorder After UseSymptom Review or Retake mode On again. If the error number still appearsTroubleshootin G Viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealerIndex Jlip Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector Tally Lamp Power On Indicator Video Light MicrophoneQW E R T External MIC jackChanges as follows according to the battery Pack’s remaining power levelWhen the power is Almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unitIndex Terms Do not us e near flammable or explosive materials Serious malfunctioningSpecial Notes on Video Heads Adjustment Auto/Manual adjustment Detection, timerControlled Dimensions X 42 H Weight Approx g Dimensions X 25 H Weight Approx g AccessoryMemo Memo GR-AX860