JVC GR-AXM917UM manual Basic Recording, Power Switch Position, Load a Cassette, Start Shooting

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18ENVIDEORECORDING

BasicRecording

System Select Switch

LENS COVER

 

 

 

Open/Close Ring

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EJECT Switch

Power Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

Power lamp

Tally lamp

(lights while recording is in progress)

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

Power (pg. 10)

Recording Mode Setting (pg. 14)

Tape Length Setting (pg. 14)

Grip Adjustment (pg. 16)

Viewfinder Adjustment (pg. 16)

1 LOAD A CASSETTE

First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60 degrees.

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to ensure the holder is closed and locked.

Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder

2 ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked. Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens cover. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”).

•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.

•The scene you are aimed at appears on the viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed upon it.

3 START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

•“ ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.

Power Switch Position

According to the Power Switch position you have selected, the following functions are available:

AUTO

(Full Auto mode):

PRO.

(PRO. mode):

POWER OFF:

Allows you to record using NO special effects or manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.

Allows you to set various recording functions using the menus. If you want more creative capabilities than full auto recording, try this mode.

Allows you to switch off the camcorder.

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Contents GR-AXM917UM English It is recommended that you For clock operation and remote control unitDear Customer This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC PublPower Lines Power SourcesPower Cord Protection OverloadingDamage Requiring Service AccessoriesCleaning Replacement PartsZoom Zoom out Cassettes marked can be used with this camcorderSlide Battery Release and pull out the battery pack Using the battery packTo remove the battery pack Image you shoot is recorded onto a video tapeQuick Operation Guide D.S.C. EN7 Snapshot ButtonOpen/Close Ring Set to Auto or PRO Contents Cassette Adapter Software programsPower Charging the Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack Charge Marker Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Choose which one means charged and which means dischargedClock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal Getting StartedDate/Time Settings EN Getting Started Recording Mode SettingTape Length Setting ContOpen Cassette Holder Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen LCD Monitor Close Cassette HolderGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapLoad a Cassette Power Switch PositionBasic Recording Start ShootingStop Recording Tape remaining time indicatorLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications Press Display ButtonPower Switch Recording Start/Stop Button Power lamp Tally lamp Lights while recording is in progressBefore the following steps, perform pg Journalistic Shooting Interface ShootingBrightness Control Mode Selection Basic ShootingStill Image Storage Snapshot mode with no frame Motor Drive modeRemaining number of shots 30 29 Picture mode display Feature Picture Mode SettingSnapshot Button System Select Switch Menu Button Normal ScreenEN25 Recording Basic Features Snapshot Mode SelectionSnapshot If you press during Record-Standby mode Snapshot RecordingDisplay ex. Pin-Up Basic Features Push the Power Zoom Lever towards TZoom To check the end of the last recording Feature Quick ReviewFeature Picture Stabilizer To re-record certain segmentsFeature Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimLight OFF/AUTO/ON Switch Modeengage FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Program AE With Special Effects Advanced FeaturesSelect Mode Press P.AE to cycle through the modes as shown on the leftTwilight SepiaSports ND EffectMonitor, as well as to record them manually or Recording Advanced FeaturesDate/Time Insert AutomaticallyPower Switch Menu Screen Title Menu Access Title MenuSystem Select Switch Select Dial Display Instant TitlesEND Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting System Select Switch Select Dial Menu ButtonMenu Screen Available Using The Select Dial Menu Screen Available Using The Menu ButtonMenu Screen Explanations Displayed only with the System Select Switch set to D.S.C Maximum telephoto setting. When set to ON, you can shoot aDisplayed with the System Select Switch set to either Video Tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recordingAccess Exposure Menu Exposure ControlTo darken the image Auto Focus FocusingRecording Patterns that are regularly repeatedEND Adjustment of Focus Access Focus MenuAccess Manual Focus Manual FocusSET Function Parameters White Balance AdjustmentAccess White Balance Adjustment To Return To Automatic White BalancePress the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingStart Delayed Recording Self-TimerAccess INT. Time Menu If you set the System Select Switch to VideoAnimation Time-LapsePlay Back Video Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-Forward the tape Stop PlaybackAdjust Volume Video Playback Features EN47Speaker Volume Control TrackingFeature Shuttle Search EN Video Playback FeaturesFeature Still Playback Feature Counter Memory FunctionRecording safety hole Video Playback Using The Cassette Adapter EN49Insert Battery Cassette Adapter VHS PlaypakBasic Connections When connecting the cables, open this coverBasic Connections And Tape Dubbing Connection For Tape DubbingTape Dubbing C. Playback Basic Playback Becomes blueTo move Back Connect to Personal Computer Connection EN53Connection to a Windows PC END TransferringSlide-show will start pg C. Playback Advanced FeaturesProtect pg , Delete pg , 59 and do each procedure from step If you select any other functionsMode Effect Never remove the power supply unit at this stageMenu Screen Explanations View Index Images Access Index MenuIndex Playback ScreenSET Protect Access Protect MenuProtect Way To complete Protect, go to stepTo quit the Delete Mode Access Delete MenuSelect Delete Mode DeleteAccess Delete Execute Menu X T DeleteRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder FunctionsAnimation Feature Self-Timer, Animation and Time-LapseSelf-Timer Time-LapseEN Using the Remote Control Unit Insert Editing VideoTo insert still images in sequential order onto the tape Built-in Memory Onto a TapeSelect Still Image Press REW 2/PAGE- or FF 3/PAGE+ to move the page forwardEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing Remote sensor Microphone Set to VideoCleaning The Camcorder After UseDuring recording, the indications do No power is suppliedSome functions are not available Not appearTroubleshooting When the System Select Switch is set to VideoWhen the System Select Switch is set to D.S.C Index Controls, Connectors And Indicators MENU/DISPLAY Button Counter Reset/Memory Button Video Light SwitchSystem Select Switch Recording Mode Button SP/EPIndex Indications EN71 Index Terms Digital Still CameraShooting Pg , 57Do not burn To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTo avoid hazard Plug adapterDuring use For safety, do notAvoid using the unit Store cassettesAbout moisture condensation To prolong service lifeTo prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not Serious malfunctioningConnectors Provided Accessories Optional AccessoriesGeneral Memo Memo GR-AXM917UM

GR-AXM917UM specifications

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