JVC GR-AXM33 It is recommended that you, Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom

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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 (cover page).

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. 45 – 48) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that

follow and cautions (pgs. 49 – 50). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immedi- ately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black

Brown to L (Live) or Red

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.

Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.

If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

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 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.

CAUTIONS:

To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

When you are not using the AC Power Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

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.

Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark

The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.

Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly.

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Contents GR-AXM33 GR-AXM23 It is recommended that you Connection to the mains supply in the United KingdomSome DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC PublP7U BN-V12U Lens Cover Push Eject BATT. ReleasePLAY/PAUSE REW Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackDC OUT AA-V15EKClose the compartment cover until it clicks in place Insert BatteryClose Cover Date/Time Setting Access Menu ScreenRecording Mode Setting SET Recording ModeLoading/Unloading a Cassette Grip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapLoad a Cassette Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeBasic Recording Start ShootingNow calculating Tape remaining time indicatorStop Recording BlinkingTally lamp Lights while recording is in progress Power Switch Start/Stop ButtonEN Recording Basic Recording Brightness control Journalistic shootingInterface shooting Feature Purpose Operation EN Recording Basic FeaturesZoom-in Zoom-out Zoom indicator bar Power Zoom button Zoom Speed Setting Menu Zooming Speed 1 4 in order of speedFeature 5SEC. REC Retake R/FSet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required Basic FeaturesTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Mode when you use the video lightDate/Time/Character Insert DATE/TIMEDisplay Select Dial After 1 sec Recording Advanced FeaturesProgramme AE With Special Effects MarkViewfinder indication Captures faster action than Sports modeDial High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving actionWide Advanced FeaturesFader Super LoLuxGain Up Select Super Lolux ModeSelect Preset Title Instant TitlesMenu Jog Dial Menu Screen LCD monitor or viewfinderUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Adjusts exposure automatically Adjusts focus automaticallyAllows you to adjust focus manually pg Allows you to adjust exposure manually pgLapse recording pg Setting isRecording pg Tally lamp remains off at all timesFocusing Patterns that are regularly repeatedManual Focus Screen END Adjustment of FocusFocus Menu Screen Manual Exposure Screen To brighten the image To darken the imageManual White Balance Adjustment M.W.B REC Time MenuINT. Time SET Interval Between Recordings Release Animation ModeTime-Lapse SET Recording TimePlay Back Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Stop PlaybackBright Volume Speaker volume controlAdjust Volume TrackingFeatures Counter R/M PLAY/PAUSE REW FF Stop FeatureInsert Cassette in Adapter Using The Cassette Adapter ENCassette Adapter Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to TV Basic ConnectionsConnect Camcorder to VCR Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TVPower Switch Remove Marks Open/Close Switch Set to Power OFFBATT. Release Push Eject Playback picture is blurred or Recording cannot be performedNot been set to Video InterruptedTape won’t eject Indicators and the pictureReview or Retake mode Shooting a very bright objectPgs ,34 Recording Mode SP/LP Indicator Programme AE Indicator@ Interval Timer/Recording Time Condensation Warning46EN Power Indicator Tally Lamp # Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch GR-AXM33 onlyPower Switch Pg.14 Clock Battery CompartmentManual Focus ND Effect Mode Playback ContentsDemo Mode Self-TimerDuring use For safety, do notAvoid using the unit To avoid hazardCont Special Notes on Video HeadsOutput DBs, 1 k-ohm Via Audio OUT Connector Speaker Dimensions X 117 H Including viewfinderAdjustment Auto/Manual adjustment Dimensions 188 25 H 104 Weight Approx g AccessoryGR-AXM23