JVC GR-AXM900 manual Select Dial, Menu, Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder

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NOTE:
To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (☞ pg. 24).
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
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•If you decide you want to return the date and time to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then go to step 6.
•If you want to set only the time without changing the date, go to step 4.
SET DATE
3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to the item you want to set and then press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking.
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).
SET TIME
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. When the hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the correct setting appears and then press it. The minute setting stops blinking.
START CLOCK OPERATION
5 When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY, TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.
CLOSE MENU
SELECT FUNCTION
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
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2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME Setting Menu appears.
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Date/Time Setting
ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Select Dial

MENU

Jog Dial

LCD monitor or viewfinder

MENU

 

4MENU END

AUTO

 

FOCUS

 

EXPOSURE

AUTO

 

DATE TIME

 

JAN 1. 98

 

TELE

MACRO

 

OFF

 

TAPE LENGTH

T30

 

 

 

 

 

M. W. B.

AUTO

 

 

ZOOM SPEED

FAST

 

 

4NEXT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Menu Screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When the System

 

 

 

 

 

Select Switch is set to

 

 

 

 

 

“D.S.C.”, “PICTURE”

 

 

 

 

 

is displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DATE TIME

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YEAR

1998

 

 

 

 

MONTH

 

 

JAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DAY

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIME

 

 

PM 12:00

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DATE/TIME Setting Menu

 

 

 

 

 

 

12-hour

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indication

 

 

 

 

 

with AM

or PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MENU

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4MENU END

AUTO

 

 

 

 

FOCUS

 

 

 

 

 

EXPOSURE

AUTO

 

 

 

 

DATE TIME

DEC 25. 98

 

 

 

 

TELE

MACRO

OFF

 

 

 

 

TAPE LENGTH

T30

 

 

 

 

M. W. B.

AUTO

 

 

 

 

ZOOM SPEED

FAST

 

 

 

 

4NEXT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents For Customer Use GR-AXM900It is recommended that you Dear CustomerAntenna Installation Instructions InstallationServicing USEZoom-in Major FeaturesZoom-out Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorderTo remove the battery pack Using the battery packBATT. Release Push EjectQuick Operation Guide D.S.C. EN Contents Charger AA-V15U AC Power Adapter Cassette AdapterBN-V11U Software programsSupply Power PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackCar Battery Cord Lighter socket To AC outlet DC OUT terminal To DC Jack AC PowerCar Battery Charger/Adapter Charge markerGetting Started Insert BatteryClose Cover Close the compartment cover until it clicks in placeMenu Select DialJog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder Viewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Adjust LengthTripod Mounting Attach StrapTape Length Setting Recording Mode SettingLoading/Unloading a Cassette Basic Recording Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeLoad a Cassette Start ShootingStop Recording Tape remaining time indicatorNow calculating BlinkingLights while recording Switch Is in progress Power Switch Start/Stop ButtonInterface shooting Journalistic shootingBrightness control Zoom Speed Setting Menu Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed Basic FeaturesWhen the Select Dial is set to Auto Lock Menu ScreenPurpose FeatureOperation Feature Purpose Operation Video Recording Basic FeaturesDATE/TIME Display Select DialSet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimMode when you use the video light Video LightSelect Snapshot Mode Video Recording Basic FeaturesSnapshot Take SnapshotLCD monitor or viewfinder Fine 12Remaining number of shots Pictrue mode display Fine or STD standard Pin-UpFull Second later, the mode is activated After 1 sec EN Video Recording Advanced FeaturesProgram AE With Special Effects LCD monitor or viewfinder MarkAuto Mode Release Auto Mode LockElectronic Fog Filter ND EffectEngage FADE- or Wipe Standby Mode Advanced FeaturesTo Cancel FADE- or WIPE- Standby Mode Fade/WipeSelect Super Lolux Mode Engage Wide ModeWide Super LoLuxGain UpInstant Titles Select Preset TitleLCD monitor or viewfinder Title display TitleMake Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentEND Setting Setting Menu Ex. Title LangEN Video Recording Functions are disabled Tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recordingSetting is Etc. When Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu ScreenPatterns that are regularly repeated FocusingFocus Menu Screen END Adjustment of FocusManual Focus Screen To darken the image Manual Exposure Screen To brighten the imageManual White Balance Adjustment M.W.B INT. Time Menu IndicatorREC Time Menu INT. TimeTime-Lapse Release Animation ModeSET Interval Between Recordings SET Recording TimeRewind or Fast-forward the tape Basic PlaybackPlay Back REWSpeaker volume control Features ENAdjust Volume TrackingCounter R/M REW Video Playback FeaturesCassette Adapter VHS Playpak Using The Cassette Adapter ENInsert Cassette in Adapter Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to VCR When connecting the cables, open the jack coverConnect Camcorder to TV Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TVVCR Recording deck To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectorsPLAY/PAUSE Mode Snapshot Select Picture ModeBasic Shooting ShootPicture Mode Setting Picture Mode Setting MenuSET Picture Mode Select FunctionMode Function C. Shooting Advanced FeaturesCaptures faster action than Sports mode pg Focusing pgHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action pg Colors of a picture are reversed pgIf you select FOCUS, Exposure or DATE/ Time Is better than STANDARD, Fine is more suitable for post Mode when you wish to shoot many still imagesProduction on a PC On NextTitles etc. When Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu Setting is impossibleBy turning off the camcorder, Demo Mode is set to OFF DisabledBasic Playback EN C. PlaybackNormal Screen C. Playback Advanced FeaturesImages you shot beforehand pg Mode EffectSelect ALLIndex Access Index Menu ScreenView Index Images SET Protect ProtectSelect Delete Mode Access Delete Menu ScreenDelete ScreenCase of Select Access Delete Execute Menu ScreenMenu Screen Ex. Slide Show Slide ShowConnect to Personal Computer C. Playback ConnectionRUN Image Transfer SOFT- Ware END TransferringReplace Battery Holder Pull OUT Battery HolderRM-V705URM-V700U Providedoptional FunctionsRec Time Indicator Interval Timer IndicatorTransmitted beam effective area Random Assemble Editing R.A.Edit Using Remote Control UnitSET Remote to Operate VCR Operate VCRPrepare Camcorder Connect toPrepare VCR Recording deckCont Begin Automatic Editing Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeEND Automatic Editing ON/OFF VCR REC StbySTART/STOP REW Play Pause Insert LCD monitor or viewfinder System Select SwitchRM-V700URM-V705U Optional or provided Select Still Image Button Power SwitchBegin Insert Editing END Insert EditingREW Play Pause DUB Audio dubbing indicatorLens Cover Open/Close Switch Set to Power OFFBATT. Release Push Eject Remove Marks74EN Displayed when any of the buttons located Recording Mode SP/EPTape Length Indicator @ Picture Stabilizer Indicator76EN Select Dial Diopter AdjustmentDATE/TIME Button Picture Stabilizer Button REW ButtonDischarge The Battery Pack High Speed Shutter Mode Charging the Battery PackFast-Forward Tape Delete Select Menu ScreenRecording, Start/Stop Video Random Assemble EditingRemove Cassette Pg , 51Some functions are not available No power is suppliedRecording cannot be performed Recording does not start PlaybackFormat Menu Screen TroubleshootingUsing Household AC Plug Adapter To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTo avoid hazard Plug adapterAvoid using the unit For safety, do notDuring use Store cassettesTo prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not To prolong service lifeAbout moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningSpecifications Alimentación EspañolAlimentacion Colocacion DE LA BateriaPara extraer la batería Utilización de la bateríaEnganche Empuje AbraEnganche 4Botón Snapshot 2Empuje Perilla de Guia Para Operacion Rapida D.S.C. ENColóquelo en Camera 3Botón páginaEN for Servicing Only in U.S.A HOW to Locate Your JVC Service CenterLimited Warranty Warranty Only in U.S.A. ENGR-AXM900

GR-AXM900 specifications

The JVC GR-AXM900 is a noteworthy camcorder that emerged in the early 1990s, embodying the evolution of home video recording technology during that era. This compact and lightweight camcorder is designed for amateur videographers, offering a range of features that cater to a variety of filming needs.

One of the standout features of the GR-AXM900 is its 680,000-pixel CCD sensor, which provides a clear and vibrant image quality for its time. This sensor enables users to capture video in 4:3 aspect ratio, making it suitable for traditional television viewing. The camcorder also supports S-VHS recording, which delivers higher quality video compared to standard VHS formats. This capability is ideal for users looking to create videos with improved resolution and color depth.

The GR-AXM900 boasts a powerful zoom lens, featuring a 10x optical zoom that allows users to focus on subjects from a distance without sacrificing image quality. Additionally, it offers a 700x digital zoom, enabling even greater magnification when needed, making it a versatile tool for capturing a range of scenes, from close-ups to distant landscapes.

User convenience is enhanced by the camcorder’s sophisticated autofocus system. The autofocus feature helps ensure that subjects are sharp and in focus, which is especially useful for novice filmmakers who may be learning the ins and outs of manual focusing. The camera also includes several shooting modes, allowing users to easily switch between standard recording and various special effects.

Another notable characteristic of the JVC GR-AXM900 is its capability to record audio with built-in stereo microphones, providing a richer sound quality that complements the video footage. Furthermore, the camcorder comes equipped with a color viewfinder and a flip-out LCD screen, giving users a clear view of their subject while recording.

The design of the GR-AXM900 is user-friendly, with controls positioned for easy access, allowing for smooth operation during shooting. It is powered by rechargeable batteries, contributing to its portability and ease of use for extended filming sessions.

In summary, the JVC GR-AXM900 was a significant advancement in consumer camcorder technology, providing impressive features for capturing high-quality video. Its combination of S-VHS recording, versatile zoom capabilities, autofocus, and user-friendly design make it a memorable choice for amateur filmmakers of its time.
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