JVC GR-AXM500 specifications Video Light, To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON (Can be accessed when the LCD monitor is opened)

DANGER

■The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

■Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

■When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. between the video light and people or objects.

■Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

■It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

FEATURE:

PURPOSE:

OPERATION:

NOTES:

Video Light

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

1)Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required:

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

OFF : Turns off the light.

■The video light can only be used with the camcorder’s power on.

■It is recommended to set the white balance (☞ pg. 38) to HALOGEN

mode () when you use the video light.

■When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.

●Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

●When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch is set to “AUTO”:

•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using the LIGHT OFF/ AUTO/ON switch.

•While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode (☞ pg. 27) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the Twilight mode

(☞ pg. 27) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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Contents GR-AXM500 Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Dear CustomerCrossed Out Dust Bin Mark It is recommended that youThis unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of EquipmentZoom-out Programme AE with Special EffectsFocus, Exposure Control and so on Zoom-inDC Cord Cassette Adapter C-P7UBN-V12U Cable AdapterPush Eject Using the battery packTo remove the battery pack BATT. ReleaseHook on Snapshot Button 2Push SwitchButton Power Switch Set to Play System Select Switch Set to D.S.CDetach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Attach Battery PackDC OUT To DC in jack Terminal AC PowerCar Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E optional Charge markerClose the compartment cover until it clicks in place Insert BatteryClose Cover Jog Dial LCD monitor or viewfinder DATE/TIME Setting MenuSelect Dial MenuViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentAttach Strap Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Tripod MountingCont Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode Loading/Unloading a Cassette Start Shooting Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeBasic Recording Load a CassetteBlinking Tape remaining time indicatorStop Recording Now calculatingLights while recording Switch Is in progress Power Switch Start/Stop ButtonBrightness control Journalistic shootingInterface shooting When the Select Dial is set to Auto Lock Basic Features Zoom Speed Setting Menu Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speed Operation FeaturePurpose Display Select Dial Video Recording Basic FeaturesFeature Purpose Operation DATE/TIMEVideo Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimSet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required Mode when you use the video lightMode Select Snapshot ModeSnapshot Take SnapshotFull Pictrue mode display Fine or STD standard Pin-UpLCD monitor or viewfinder Fine 12Remaining number of shots LCD monitor or viewfinder Mark EN Video Recording Advanced FeaturesSecond later, the mode is activated After 1 sec Programme AE With Special EffectsND Effect Auto Mode LockAuto Mode Release Electronic Fog FilterFade/Wipe Advanced FeaturesEngage FADE- or Wipe Standby Mode To Cancel FADE- or WIPE- Standby ModeSuper LoLuxGain Up Engage Wide ModeSelect Super Lolux Mode WideLCD monitor or viewfinder Title display Select Preset TitleInstant Titles TitlePress the Menu Jog Dial END Character SettingClose Menu Menu Jog Dial Menu ScreenUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Video Recording Advanced FeaturesAllows you to adjust exposure manually pg Adjusts focus automaticallyAllows you to adjust focus manually pg Adjusts exposure automaticallySetting is Tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording22x magnification can function. When set to OFF during Functions are disabledTo darken the image Manual Exposure Screen To brighten the imagePatterns that are regularly repeated FocusingManual Focus Screen END Adjustment of FocusFocus Menu Screen B. Menu Screen Manual White Balance Adjustment M.W.BAccess White Balance Menu Screen Select White BalanceMenu Jog Dial Prepare White ObjectSelect MWB Memorize White BalanceINT. Time IndicatorINT. Time Menu REC Time MenuSET Recording Time Release Animation ModeTime-Lapse SET Interval Between RecordingsStop Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Play BackTracking Features ENSpeaker volume control Adjust VolumeCounter R/M REW Video Playback FeaturesPlay Back on Connected VCR Using The Cassette Adapter ENCassette Adapter Insert Cassette in AdapterTurn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV Connect Camcorder to VCRConnect Camcorder to TV PLAY/PAUSE VCR Recording deckShoot Select Picture ModeMode Snapshot Basic ShootingSelect Function Picture Mode Setting MenuPicture Mode Setting SET Picture ModeMode Function C. Shooting Advanced FeaturesHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action pg Following happens when Twilight mode is selectedChanged to another mode Captures faster action than Sports mode pgIf you select FOCUS, EXPOSURE, DATE/ Time or Character On Next Mode when you wish to shoot many still imagesIs better than STANDARD, Fine is more suitable for post Production on a PCEN D.S.C. Shooting Advanced Features Basic Playback EN C. PlaybackSet the System Selet C. Playback Advanced FeaturesSwitch to D.S.C Select Dial Menu Jog DialALL Mode EffectImages you shot beforehand pg SelectView Index Images Access Index Menu ScreenIndex SET Protect ProtectScreen Access Delete Menu ScreenSelect Delete Mode DeleteCase of Select Access Delete Execute Menu ScreenMenu Screen Ex. Slide Show Slide ShowEND Transferring Close the software, then switch off the camcorderConnect to Personal Computer RUN Image Transfer SOFT- WareRM-V709U provided Pull OUT Battery HolderReplace Battery Holder Pull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock holeSTART/STOP Viss INT. Time REC Time Interval Timer IndicatorRec Time Indicator Transmitted beam effective areaOperate VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR Recording deck Connect toPrepare Camcorder Prepare VCRRegister Additional Scenes Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayRegister Beginning of Scene Register END of SceneVCR REC Stby ON/OFF Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeBegin Automatic Editing END Automatic EditingSTART/STOP REW Play Insert Pause LCD monitor or viewfinder System Select SwitchEND Insert Editing Button Power SwitchSelect Still Image Begin Insert EditingREW Play DUB Pause Audio dubbing indicatorRemove Marks Open/Close Switch Set to Power OFFLens Cover BATT. Release Push Eject74EN Tape Remaining Time Displayed when any of the buttons locatedTape Length Indicator @ Picture Stabiliser Indicator76EN CONTROLS, Indications and Connectors DATE/TIME Button Dioptre AdjustmentClock Battery Compartment Battery Pack Mount Select DialSome functions are not available No power is suppliedRecording cannot be performed Recording does not start PlaybackFormat Menu Screen TroubleshootingStore cassettes To prevent damage and prolong service lifeDuring use To avoid hazardDo not leave the unit For safety, do notAvoid using the unit To prolong service lifeImportant Note Cleaning the video headsSpecial Notes on Video Heads Dust and dirt on video headsOptional Accessories Delete Select Menu Screen Charging the Battery PackDischarge The Battery Pack High Speed Shutter ModeIndex Page GR-AXM500