JVC GR-AXM1U 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. 44 – 47) 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 48 – 50 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

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.

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-V12U/V18U/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-AXM1U Dear Customer It is recommended that youInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsUSE ServicingUsing the battery pack To remove the battery packZoom-in Zoom-out Ajor FeaturesAC Power Battery Pack Cassette Adapter DC Cord BN-V18U VHS PlayPakContents Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackCharge Marker Optional Battery OnlyDate/Time Settings Viewfinder Adjustment Tape Length/Recording Mode SettingGetting S Tarted Loading/Unloading a CassetteTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment RM-V20U Remote Control Unit optional To Remote Buttons FunctionsLoad a Cassette Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeShooting while watching the LCD monitor Start ShootingDing Start/StopBrightness control High-angle shootingLow-angle shooting START/STOP Viss Recording Basic FeaturesRetake Recording Advanced Features Program AE With Special EffectsAdjust White Balance White Balance AdjustmentAdjust Focus Advanced Featur esFader Reco Rding Advanced Featur es Engage Cinema ModeRestore Normal Screen CinemaRelease Focus Lock FocusingLock Focus F1 button Function SEL. buttonTo Farther Subject Release Manual Focus ModePower zoom switch F1 button Function SEL. F2 button button To Nearer SubjectBrighten Image Restore Initial SettingExposure Control Darken ImageRecordi NG Advanced Featur es Date/Time Character InsertCharacter SET Mode screen+ SET Example of Character Generator & Title Select Preset TitleInstant Titles Program AE START/STOP Interval REC TimeFade-in/out cannot be performed during Animation shooting Rewind or Fast-forward the tape Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitorSpeaker volume control Tracking PLAY/PAUSE Counter R/M REW Stop PL Ayback FeaturesFeature PurposeVCR Playback Basic ConnectionsConnect Camcorder to VCR Connection To a VCR a Editing, Dubbing and PlaybackInsert Cassette in Adapter PL Ayback Using The Cassette AdapterCassette Adapter VHS PlayPak Play Back on Connected VCRPLAY/PAUSE Edit Power switchVCR Recording deck SET Remote to Operate VCR EditingRandom Assemble Editing R.A.Edit Operate the VCRPrepare VCR Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayPrepare Camcorder Register Beginning of SceneEND Automatic Editing Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeBegin Automatic Editing Edit Stop VCR REC StbyREW Play Pause Audio DUB Insert Counter R/M Power01234Tape Counter Find EDIT-IN Point Engage Audio DUB Standby ModeAudio Dubbing Begin Audio DubbingSet to Power OFF BATT. Release Push Eject OpenRoubleshooting Vertical white lines appear when Tape won’t ejectSome functions are not available Shooting a very bright objectPQW we R Indicators Index LCD monitor/Viewfinder 8 9Index Terms Information Using Household AC Plug AdapterSerious malfunctioning To prevent damage to the camcorder To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTo avoid hazard During useTo prolong service life For safety, do notAvoid using the unit Do not leave the unitCamera AC Power ADAPTER/BATTERY Charger AA-V11UGeneral LCD MonitorAlimentacion EspañolAlimentación Colocacion DEL Paquete DE Pilas1Enganche 2Empuje BATT. Release extracción de la batería Utilización de la bateríaPara extraer la batería Colóquelo en PlayHOW to Locate Your JVC Service Center For Serv IcingWarranty Limited WarrantyGR-AXM1U