JVC GR-AXM4U 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. 50 – 53) 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 54 – 56 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-AXM4U Dear Customer It is recommended that youInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsUSE ServicingPush BATT. Release3PLAY/PAUSE 2REW Stop Push OpenP7U Ajor FeaturesBN-V18U Contents Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackCharge marker Lighter socket Car Battery Cord AP-V7U optionalCar Battery Charger/Adapter 110 V to 240 BH-V3U optional To DC in jack To AC outletGetting S Tarted Clock Lithium Battery Removal/InsertionViewfinder Adjustment Date/Time Setting SET Tape Length Tape Length SettingShooting mode selector Press + or to move the highlight bar to Tape LengthRecording Mode Setting Loading/Unloading a CassetteTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Replace Battery Holder Using The RM-V705U Remote Control UnitPull OUT Battery Holder FunctionsRE Cording Basi c Recording Shooting while watching the LCD monitorShooting while watching the viewfinder Before the following steps, perform pgBrightness control High-angle shootingLow-angle shooting Operation FeaturePurpose Retake Feature START/STOP VissQuick Rec Choose Display ModeDate/Time Insert DisplayDigital Image Stabilizer Exposure ControlAdjust White Balance White Balance AdjustmentAdjust Focus MWBRelease Focus Lock FocusingLock Focus FAR NearNear FAR Release Manual Focus ModePower zoom lever Shooting mode selector Deactivate Effect Program AE With Special EffectsSelect Effect PROG.AE/EFFECT Near FARPicture becomes sepia-tinted reddish brown monochrome Change the settingCinema-like 169 wide-screen effect Creating the look of an old photographStart Recording Fade/WipeReserve Effect END RecordingFades in/out to a black screen Fades in/out to a blue screenChange Settings Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting Select Function AT SUB MenuJlip ID no Display Preset Title Access Instant Title Menu ScreenSelect Preset Title Instant TitlesInput Characters Access Character SET MenuEND Character Setting Press +, -, FAR or Near to move the blinking cursorRM-V705U provided Interval Timer IndicatorSTART/STOP INT. Time Menu FAR NearCheck Your Work Release Animation ModeRecording Time Indicator 1 s Tally lamp START/STOP REC TimeSTART/STOP INT. Time +Rewind or Fast-forward the tape Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitorSpeaker volume control Play Pause REW Play Back FeaturesTracking PLAY/PAUSE Counter R/M REW Stop Connect Camcorder to VCR VCRPlay Back on Connected VCR Cassette Adapter VHS PlayPakInsert Cassette in Adapter Remove Cassette from AdapterPower switch PLAY/PAUSESET 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 StbyCounter R/M Power Play Pause REW InsertFind EDIT-IN Point Engage Audio DUB Standby ModeAudio Dubbing Begin Audio DubbingSet to Power OFF BATT. Release Push Eject OpenRoubleshooting Tape won’t eject Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink whenLens Cover Warning indicator Shooting a very bright objectDEX C o nt ro l s $ W ERT yu UTally Lamp Power On Indicator Bright Dial Speaker Volume DialDC in jack Jlip Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector Microphone Infrared beam sensor window ............ pgIndex Remote Control Unit Cinema Mode Clock Lithium BatteryContents Counter Memory Darken the Image Interval Timer LCD monitor/Viewfinder, indicationsUsing Household AC Plug Adapter Information10C to 30C Do not burnDo not modify or disassemble Use only specified chargers Make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C markAvoid rubbing it with coarse cloth Places of over 50C 122FDirect sunlight A closed car in summer Near a heater Output Vp-p, 75 ohms Dimensions Including viewfinder X 113 H 15/16 x 4-1/2 1/16Out connector Alimentacion EspañolAlimentación Colocacion DEL Paquete DE PilasColóquelo en Play 1Enganche 2Empuje BATT. Release extracción de la bateríaDeslice BATT. Release y extraiga la batería Colóquelo en Camera Botón para inicio/parada de grabaciónHOW to Locate Your JVC Service Center For Serv IcingWarranty Limited WarrantyMEM O Memo GR-AXM4U