JVC GR-AXM2 manual Animation Recording, Auto Mode Lock Mode, Date/Time Setting, Diopter Adjust

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46EN INDEX Terms

A

AC Power Adapter

pg. 8

Animation Recording

pg. 31

Auto Date Record

pg. 26

Auto Focus

pg. 22

Auto Mode Lock Mode

pg. 20

Auto Mode Release Mode

pg. 20

B

 

Battery Pack

pg. 8, 47

Brighten the Image

pg. 21

M

Manual Focus

pg. 23

MBR Code Setting

pg. 37

N

 

ND Effect Mode

pg. 20

P

 

Playback

pg. 32

Program AE with Special Effects

pg. 20

Provided Accessories

pg. 6

C

Car Battery

pg. 9

Cassette Adapter

pg. 35

Character Generator

pg. 25

Charge Marker

pg. 9

Charging the Battery Pack

pg. 8

Clock (Lithium) Battery

pg. 10

Connection to a VCR/TV

pg. 34

Contents

pg. 7

Counter Memory

pg. 33

D

 

Darken the Image

pg. 21

Date/Time/Character Insert

pg. 26

Date/Time Setting

pg. 11

Discharge the Battery pack

pg. 8

Diopter Adjust

pg. 10

E

 

Electronic Fog Filter Mode

pg. 20

Erase Protection

pg. 13

Exposure Control

pg. 21

F

 

Fade-in/out

pg. 24

Fast-Forward Tape

pg. 32

Focus Lock

pg. 22

G

 

Grip Adjustment

pg. 14

H

 

High Speed Shutter Mode

pg. 21

I

 

Insert Cassette

pg. 13

Instant Titles

pg. 25

L

 

LCD monitor/Viewfinder, indications

pg. 43

J

 

Journalistic shooting

pg. 17

Q

Quick Review

pg. 19

R

 

Random Assemble Editing

pg. 37–39

Recording, Advanced Features

pg. 20–31

Recording

pg. 15

Recording, Start/Stop

pg. 15

Recording Mode Setting

pg. 12

Recording-Standby

pg. 15

Remote Control Unit

pg. 37

Remove Cassette

pg. 13

Retake

pg. 19

Rewind Tape

pg. 32

S

 

Self-Timer

pg. 30

Sepia Mode

pg. 21

Shoulder Strap Attachment

pg. 14

Shuttle Search

pg. 33

Specifications

pg. 49

Sports Mode

pg. 21

Still Playback

pg. 33

T

 

Tape Counter

pg. 32

Tape Dubbing

pg. 36

Tape Length Setting

pg. 12

Time-Lapse Shooting

pg. 31

Tracking

pg. 33

Tripod Mounting

pg. 14

Twilight Mode

pg. 21

V

 

Viewfinder Adjustment

pg. 10

W

 

White Balance Adjustment

pg. 27

Wide Mode

pg. 24

Z

 

Zooming

pg. 18

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Contents GR-AXM2 For Customer UseDear Customer It is recommended that youInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsServicing USETo avoid personal injury PLAY/PAUSE BATT. ReleaseEject Push Monitor Open Stop REWCassette Adapter Zoom-inZoom-out DC CordContents Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackDC OUT Charge MarkerAA-V11U Viewfinder Adjustment Close Menu Start Clock OperationNear Menu FAR Set Power to Camera Tape length indicator Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode LCD monitor or viewfinder Recording mode indicatorLoading/Unloading a Cassette Shoulder Strap Attachment Grip AdjustmentTripod Mounting Start Shooting Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeLoad a Cassette Stop RecordingStart/Stop Power indicator Before the following steps, perform pgSelf-recording Journalistic shootingBrightness control Push the power zoom lever down toward T Zoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicator Power zoom leverFeature Purpose Operation ZoomingQuick Review FeatureRetake Program AE With Special Effects Brighten Image Restore Initial SettingExposure Control Darken ImageRelease Focus Lock FocusingLock Focus Near FARPower zoom lever Program AE select dial FAR NearFader WideInstant Titles Character GeneratorSEL Select DisplayPress SEL. repeatedly until DISP. appears Adjust White Balance Manual White Balance Adjustment M.W.BAdjust Focus Select White BalanceMenu Make SettingDetailed camcorder settings This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-useNorm Interval Timer OFFGain UP OFFMenu FAR Near Animation Time-LapseRewind or Fast-forward the tape Speaker volume controlAdjust Volume PlaybackFF Stop REW PLAY/PAUSE Counter R/M Feature Connect Camcorder to TV Connection To a VCR aEditing, Dubbing and Playback VCRPlay Back on Connected VCR Cassette Adapter VHS PlayPakInsert Cassette in Adapter Remove Cassette from AdapterVCR Recording deck Operate the VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR Connect toPrepare VCR Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayPrepare Camcorder Register Beginning of SceneEdited Tape VCR Stop Begin Automatic EditingEND Automatic Editing EditBATT. Release Push Eject Set to Power OFFRemove Symptom Lens Cover Warning indicator Viewfinder Power sourceLens Cover Warning indicator may blink when Tape won’t ejectFocus Indicator Tape End Display ................................ pg44EN Bright Dial Volume Dial Power Switch Pg.15 Recording Mode SP/EP SelectCounter R Reset/M Memory Tally Lamp Power On IndicatorDate/Time Setting Auto Mode Lock ModeManual Focus MBR Code Setting ND Effect Mode Playback Diopter AdjustUsing Household AC Plug Adapter InformationTo prolong service life For safety, do notAvoid using the unit During useCamera AC Power ADAPTER/BATTERY Charger AA-V11UGeneral LCD MonitorColocacion DE LA Bateria AlimentaciónAlimentacion Extraccion DE LA BateriaREW rebobinado Colóquelo en Play PLAY/PAUSE reproducción/pausa3Colóquelo en Camera Botón para inicio/parada de grabación EN for Serv Icing Warranty EN Page Page GR-AXM2

GR-AXM2 specifications

The JVC GR-AXM2 is a compact camcorder that emerged in the early 1990s and quickly made a name for itself due to its user-friendly design and advanced features for its time. As part of the JVC GR series, this camcorder brought innovation into the consumer video market, allowing users to capture their precious moments with ease and reliability.

One of the standout features of the JVC GR-AXM2 is its lightweight and portable form factor. Designed for ease of use, it features an ergonomic grip that allows users to hold the camcorder comfortably for extended periods. Weighing in at just a few pounds, it is an ideal choice for family outings, vacations, and special events, making it easy to carry and operate.

The GR-AXM2 offers an impressive 14x optical zoom capability, allowing users to capture distant subjects with clarity and detail. This zoom feature is complemented by advanced image stabilization technology, which reduces the shakiness often seen in handheld recordings. This innovation is especially helpful when filming moving subjects or when the user is in a less than stable position.

Equipped with a Super VHS recording format, the JVC GR-AXM2 delivers enhanced picture quality compared to standard VHS camcorders. This provides users with the ability to record in higher resolution, resulting in clearer and more vibrant footage. The Super VHS tapes also allowed for longer recording times, catering to users who preferred to film extended events without needing to change tapes frequently.

Another notable characteristic of the GR-AXM2 is its built-in LCD display, which allows users to easily monitor their recordings while shooting. The LCD screen is intuitive and offers a straightforward user interface, enabling quick access to settings and playback functions. This makes it easier for users to frame their shots and ensure they are capturing exactly what they desire.

The camcorder also includes various manual and automatic settings, giving users the flexibility to adjust exposure, focus, and white balance according to the conditions they are filming in. This versatility is appealing to both inexperienced videographers and those looking to experiment with more creative filming techniques.

In summary, the JVC GR-AXM2 stands out as a significant player in the consumer camcorder market during its time. With features like lightweight portability, 14x optical zoom, Super VHS recording, and an intuitive LCD display, it offered an accessible and versatile platform for capturing videos with enhanced quality. This camcorder helped many families preserve their memories and continues to be remembered fondly by those who used it.