JVC GR-AX230, GR-AX730, GR-AX430 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. 51 – 54) 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 55 and 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-V15U 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-V15U)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION (s’applique à l’AA-V15U)

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 Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony 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 require- ments 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-V11U/V12U/ 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 recycla- ble. 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-AX730 GR-AX430 GR-AX230 For Customer UseDear Customer It is recommended that youInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsTo avoid personal injury USEServicing Push EjectBATT. Release PLAY/PAUSEBN-V11U Contents EN Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackChoose which one means charged and which means discharged Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3U optionalCharge marker To AC outlet DC OUT terminal To DC JackGetting Started Switch OFF PowerInsert Battery Close CoverMenu DATE/TIME Setting MenuSelect Dial Jog Dial ViewfinderSP/EP Recording Mode Button Select Dial Viewfinder Menu Jog DialINSERT/REMOVE Cassette Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Holder Close Cassette HolderGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapLoad a Cassette Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeEN Recording Basic Recording Start ShootingNow calculating Tape remaining time indicatorStop Recording BlinkingEN Recording Basic Features Feature Purpose OperationQuick Review Feature5SEC. REC Retake R/F Display Select Dial Basic FeaturesDATE/TIME Date/Time InsertLight OFF/AUTO/ON To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimSet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required Video Light GR-AX730 onlyMark Recording Advanced FeaturesProgram AE With Special Effects High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Captures faster action than Sports modeIndication Wide Advanced FeaturesFader Super LoLuxGain Up Select Super Lolux ModeSelect Preset Title Instant TitlesEND Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentAccess Menu Screen Select FunctionAdjusts exposure automatically Adjusts focus automaticallyAllows you to adjust focus manually pg Allows you to adjust exposure manually pgFocusing Focus detection zoneEND Adjustment of Focus Focus Menu Screen Manual Focus Screen Menu Jog DialTo darken the image Manual White Balance Adjustment M.W.B GR-AX730 only INT. Time Menu INT. Time IndicatorREC Time Indicator REC Time Menu INT. TimeSET Interval Between Recordings Release Animation ModeTime-Lapse SET Recording TimeInsert Cassette in Adapter EN Playback Using The Cassette AdapterCassette Adapter VHS Playpak Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to VCR Playback Basic ConnectionsConnection To a VCR a Editing, Dubbing and Playback Connect Camcorder to TVBasic Playback PLAY/PAUSE REW StopActivate Manual Tracking Playback FeaturesTracking Counter R/M PLAY/PAUSE FeaturesStop Feature Power Switch Tape DubbingReplace Battery Holder Using Remote Control Unit GR -AX730 onlyPull OUT Battery Holder RM-V705URM-V700U Provided withoptional GR-AX730 onlyInterval Timer Indicator START/STOP Viss INT. Time REC TimeOperate VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR 9 0 RM-V700U optionalPrepare VCR Connect toPrepare Camcorder RM-V700U optionalRegister END of Scene Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayRegister Beginning of Scene Register Additional ScenesEND Automatic Editing Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeBegin Automatic Editing ON/OFF VCR REC StbySTART/STOP REW Play Pause Insert EN Using Remote Control Unit GR -AX730 onlyTape Counter Viewfinder RM-V700URM-V705UAudio dubbing indicator Viewfinder Microphone REW Play Pause DUBClean Lens Cleaning The CamcorderClean Exterior Clean ViewfinderRecording does not start.L No power is suppliedRecording cannot be performed Tape is running, but there’s no playback pictureCamcorder Lens Cover Warning indicatorShooting a very bright object Bright, crystal-shaped spots appearIndex Indications 52EN Index ControlsClock Battery Compartment Battery Pack Mount $ Light OFF/AUTO/ON SwitchPower Indicator Tally Lamp GR-AX730 only Multi-Function ControlRemote Control Unit Auto Mode Lock ModeRecording Mode Setting Diopter AdjustTo avoid hazard Using Household AC Plug AdapterInformation Cont Specifications Colocacion DE LA Bateria AlimentaciónAlimentacion Extraccion DE LA BateriaEject Push Adjuste el interruptor de alimentación en CameraGuia Para Operacion Rapida EN PLAY/PAUSE reproducción/pausaHOW to Locate Your JVC Service Center EN for Servicing Only in U.S.AWarranty Only in U.S.A. EN Limited WarrantyMemo Memo GR-AX230