JVC GR-AX920 manual Dear Customer, It is recommended that you

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (pg. 7).

Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

...... refer to the Index (pgs. 47 – 50) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

...... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety

Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 51 and 52 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate. Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Dispose of used battery promptly.

Keep away from children.

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

NOTES:

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The AA-V11U AC Power Adapter/Charger should be used with:

AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada, AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz in other countries.

CAUTION (applies to the AA-V11U)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION (s’applique à l’AA-V11U)

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference – Causing Equipment Regulations.

“Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.“

This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V11U/V12U/V22U/V25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

ATTENTION:

The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

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Contents GR-AX920 Dear Customer It is recommended that youInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsUSE ServicingStop 2REW PLAY/PAUSE BATT. ReleaseEject Zoom-in Zoom-out Cassette Adapter Battery PackDC Cord Lithium Battery VHS PlayPak C-P7U BN-V11UContents Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackTo DC in jack To AC outlet Car Battery Cord socket AP-V7U optionalCar Battery Charger/Adapter DC cord AA-V11UViewfinder Adjustment Menu Start Clock OperationClose Menu NearLoading/Unloading a Cassette Tape Length SettingRecording Mode Setting Tripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Start/Stop button Tape remaining time indicatorPower Tally lampPurpose FeatureRetake R/F OperationRecordRecord-Standby Record-Standby Down Auto Pause Quick REC FeatureRecord-Standby Up Auto Pause SystemJVC dealer for replacing the video light Video LightSET Video Light Mark Program AE select dial Program AE With Special EffectsAfter 1 sec Indication Viewfinder ModeDial Viewfinder Mode Release Focus Lock FocusingLock Focus FAR NearPower zoom lever Picture Stabilizer Exposure ControlFade/Wipe Select Preset Title Engage Wide ModeRestore Normal Screen Instant TitlesOFF Select Display Choose Display ModeDate/Time Character Insert SelectWhite balance mode indicator Adjust FocusAdjust White Balance Select White BalanceMake Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentAccess Menu Screen Setting procedure depends on the function you selectJlip ID no NormOFF Interval Timer Indicator Menu + Near FARAnimation Time-LapsePlay Back on Connected VCR Cassette Adapter VHS PlayPakInsert Cassette in Adapter Remove Cassette from AdapterConnect Camcorder to VCR Connect Camcorder to TVLoad a Cassette PLAY/PAUSE REW FF Stop PowerRewind or Fast-forward the tape PlaybackCounter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Stop REW FF Feature Power switch 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 Replace Battery Holder Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder FunctionsRM-V700U Transmitted beam effective areaSTART/STOP Viss INT. Time REC Time OptionalREW Counter R/MViewfinder REW DUB Audio dubbing indicator ViewfindereTo MIC Mike Capped Clean Lens Cleaning The CamcorderClean Exterior Clean ViewfinderSymptom Tape won’t eject Some functions are not available Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the viewfinderCassette Warning/Remaining When no cassette is inserted the Cassette Warning blinksAppears when the Program AE select dial is Set to any position other than Auto LockIndex Controls I O P Remote Control Unit Auto Mode Lock ModeRecording Mode Setting Date/Time SettingInformation Using Household AC Plug AdapterPlug adapter Direct sunlight A closed car in summer Near a heater 10C to 30CPlaces of over 50C 122F Make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C markWith ø3.5 mm Mono Out connectorOutput Vp-p, 75 ohms END AlimentaciónAlimentacion Lens Cover HOW to Locate Your JVC Service Center Warranty Only in U.S.A MEM O Memo GR-AX920