JVC GR-AXM23 specifications 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 (pg. 45 – 48) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that

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

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.

This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65.

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Contents GR-AXM23 This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ Dear CustomerIt is recommended that you Rechargeable Batteries Hagemeyer NZ Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland Phone 09415Zoom-in Zoom-out AC Power Adapter Cassette Adapter Battery PackLithium Battery DC Cord CR2025 x 1 for clock operation Charger AA-V15EALens Cover Push Eject BATT. ReleasePLAY/PAUSE REW Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackCharge marker To DC in jack Terminal AC PowerCar Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E optional DC OUTClose 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 speedTo check the end of the last record FeatureQuick Review Ing5SEC. REC Basic Features5Sec. Rec mode indicator 5Sec. Rec 5-sec. RecordingDate/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 To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectorsRemove 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 Menu Jog Dial Power Indicator Tally LampClock Battery Compartment Microphone Camera sensorManual Focus ND Effect Mode Playback ContentsDemo Mode Self-TimerTo avoid hazard For safety, do notAvoid using the unit During useCont Special Notes on Video HeadsDimensions 188 25 H 104 Weight Approx g Accessory Adjustment Auto/Manual adjustmentOutput DBs, 1 k-ohm Via Audio OUT Connector Speaker OUT connectorGR-AXM23