JVC GR-AX838EG instruction manual Animation, Time-Lapse

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Animation

Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement. This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same object for a brief period of time.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

SET RECORDING TIME

2 Press or + to move the highlight bar down to “REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”, “1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

START RECORDING

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop button after focusing on the subject. The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF

PICTURES

4 Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures.

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

5 Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.

NOTES:

For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.

Fade-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.

Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.

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Time-Lapse

You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time.

NOTE:

Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before performing the following steps.

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

1 Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN

RECORDINGS

2 Press or + to move the highlight bar down to “INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired time appears. Choose from “15S”, “30S”, “1MIN”, “5MIN”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.

SET RECORDING TIME

3 Press or + to move the highlight bar down to “REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”, “1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”. Then press MENU to close Menu screen.

START TIME-LAPSE

RECORDING

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop button. Recording and intervals alternate automatically.

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

5 To release when the tally lamp is not blinking, set “REC TIME” and “INTERVAL TIMER” in the Menu screen to “OFF”. To release when the tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set “INTERVAL TIMER” and “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.

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Contents Dear Customer Connection to the mains supply in the United KingdomLogical Choice Power Supply PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackDC OUT AA-V11EG/EKViewfinder Adjustment Start Clock Operation Close MenuMenu Program AE select dialTape Length Setting Recording Mode SettingLoading/Unloading a Cassette Grip Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Enter RECORD-STANDBY Mode Load a CassetteStart Shooting Stop RecordingPower zoom lever Zoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicator Feature Purpose OperationPush the switch up toward W ZoomingRetake R/F Feature Quick ReviewRetake Video Light GR-AX838/AX638 only SET Video LightLight ON/AUTO/OFF JVC dealer for replacing the video lightViewfinder Mode Dial Viewfinder ModeIndication Restore Initial Setting Exposure ControlBrighten Image Darken ImageFocusing Lock FocusRelease Focus Lock FAR NearPower zoom lever Fader WideInstant Titles Character GeneratorChoose Display Mode Date/Time Character InsertSelect Display Adjust Focus Adjust White BalanceSelect White Balance Select SET Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment Make Setting Setting procedure depends on the function you select Press MENU. The normal screen reappearsInterval Timer OFF Gain UPNorm OFFInterval Timer Indicator Rec Time Indicator Menu + FARAnimation Time-LapseCassette Adapter Insert Cassette in AdapterPlay Back on Connected VCR Remove Cassette from AdapterConnect Camcorder to VCR Connect Camcorder to TVPLAY/PAUSE REW FF Stop Power Rewind or Fast-forward the tapePlayback Stop PlaybackCounter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Stop REW FF Feature Power switch To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectorsRandom Assemble Editing R.A.Edit SET Remote to Operate VCROperate the VCR Connect toAccess R.A. Edit Counter Display Prepare CamcorderPrepare VCR Register Beginning of SceneBegin Automatic Editing END Automatic EditingEdited Tape VCR Stop Installing The Battery Pull OUT BatteryHolder RM-V704U or RM-V700UInterval Timer Indicator START/STOP Viss INT. Time REC TimeRM-V704U or RM-V705U RM-V700U Optional GR-AX838 AX638 onlyCounter R/M Tape CounterViewfinder START/STOP REW Play Pause InsertAudio dubbing indicator Viewfinder Mike REW Play Pause DUBRM-V704U or RM-V700U or optional Recording cannot be performed Recording does not startTape is running, but there’s no playback picture Noise bars appear in the playback pictureReview or Retake mode Tape won’t ejectShooting a very bright object Image is out of focus40EN Tally Lamp Power On Indicator Video LightCamera sensor MicrophoneFocus Indicator Set to any position other than Auto Lock# Instant Title Display $ Date/Time Character Display For inserting or replacing the clockStore in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure Do not burnDo not modify or disassemble Use only specified chargers Make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C markClean Exterior Clean LensClean Viewfinder Remove EyepieceAuto/Manual adjustment Output DBs, 1 k-ohm Via Audio out ConnectorDetection, timer Dimensions 188 25 H 104 Weight Approx g Accessory