JVC LYT0089-001A specifications GR-AX880

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COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER

GR-AX880

Compact VHS

INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED	8
VIDEO RECORDING	16
Basic Recording	16
Basic Features	18
Advanced Features	24
VIDEO PLAYBACK	40
Basic Playback	40
Features	41
Using The Cassette Adapter	43
BASIC CONNECTIONS
TO VCR	44
TAPE DUBBING	45
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) SHOOTING	46
Basic Shooting	46
Advanced Features	48
D.S.C. PLAYBACK	53
Basic Playback	53
Advanced Features	54
Connection	61
USING REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT	62
Rondom Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ...	64
Insert Editing	68
Audio Dubbing	70
USER MAINTENANCE	71
CONTROLS, INDICATIONS
AND CONNECTORS	72
Viewfinder	72
Controls	74
Connectors	74
Indicators	74
Other Parts	74
TROUBLESHOOTING	76
CAUTIONS	79
SPECIFICATIONS	82
INDEX	83

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Contents GR-AX880 Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark Dear CustomerIt is recommended that you Connection to the mains supply in the United KingdomThis unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of EquipmentProgramme AE with Special Effects EN Major FeaturesFocus, Exposure Control and so on Zoom-inBN-V12U Provided Accessories ENTo remove the battery pack Using the battery packBATT. Release Eject PushSystem Select Switch Set to D.S.C Open/Close SwitchQuick Operation Guide D.S.C. EN Snapshot ButtonSupply Power PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackCar Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E optional To DC in jack Terminal AC PowerCharge marker DC OUTInsert Battery Switch OFF PowerGetting Started Close CoverMenu Select DialJog Dial Viewfinder Menu ScreenViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Adjust LengthTripod Mounting Attach StrapSET Recording Mode Recording Mode SettingMenu Jog Dial Set depending on your preferenceOpen Cassette Holder Loading/Unloading a CassetteINSERT/REMOVE Cassette Close Cassette HolderLens Cover Switch Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeBasic Recording Load a CassetteStop Recording Tape remaining time indicatorNow calculating BlinkingBasic Features Purpose FeatureOperation Feature Purpose Operation Video Recording Basic FeaturesDATE/TIME DisplaySet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimMode when you use the video light Light OFF/AUTO/ONMODESnapshot Select Snapshot ModeTake Snapshot SnapshotViewfinder Fine 12Remaining number of shots Pictrue mode display Fine or STD standard Pin-UpFull Programme AE With Special Effects Video Recording Advanced FeaturesMark Auto Mode Release Auto Mode LockDial Electronic Fog FilterEngage FADE- or Wipe Standby Mode Advanced FeaturesTo Cancel FADE- or WIPE- Standby Mode Fade/WipeSelect Super Lolux Mode Engage Wide ModeWide Super LoLuxGain UpInstant Titles Select Preset TitleTitle Title displayClose Menu END Character SettingSelect Dial Menu Jog Dial Viewfinder Press the Menu Jog DialAccess Menu Screen Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting END SettingAllows you to adjust focus manually pg Adjusts focus automaticallyAdjusts exposure automatically Allows you to adjust exposure manually pg22x magnification can function. When set to OFF during Tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recordingFunctions are disabled Setting isExposure Menu Screen To brighten the image Menu Jog Dial Menu ScreenTo darken the image Auto Focus FocusingFocus Menu Screen END Adjustment of FocusFine Outdoors on sunny day Automatic adjustmentOutdoors on cloudy day Select MWB Prepare White ObjectMemorize White Balance Jog DialREC Time Indicator INT. Time Menu INT. Time IndicatorEN Video Recording REC Time Menu INT. TimeTime-Lapse Release Animation ModeSET Interval Between Recordings SET Recording TimeBasic Playback EN Video PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Play BackTracking Video Playback Features ENActivate Manual Tracking Counter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Video Playback FeaturesCassette Adapter Using The Cassette Adapter ENInsert Cassette in Adapter Play Back on Connected VCRConnect Camcorder to TV Connect Camcorder to VCRVCR RF-V5ERecording deck To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectorsMode Snapshot Select Picture ModeBasic Shooting ShootSET Picture Mode Picture Mode SettingSet to D.S.C Select Dial Viewfinder Select FunctionMode Function C. Shooting Advanced FeaturesChanged to another mode Following happens when Twilight mode is selectedCaptures faster action than Sports mode pg High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action pgSetting Menu Ex. INT. Time Is better than STANDARD, Fine is more suitable for post Mode when you wish to shoot many still imagesProduction on a PC On NextEN D.S.C. Shooting Advanced Features Basic Playback EN Button System Select SwitchSetting Menu Ex. Protect C. Playback Advanced FeaturesNormal Screen Images you shot beforehand pg Mode EffectSelect ALLIndex Access Index Menu ScreenView Index Images Index Menu ScreenSET Protect ProtectSelect Delete Mode Access Delete Menu ScreenDelete ScreenCase of Select Access Delete Execute Menu ScreenMenu Screen Ex. Slide Show Slide ShowConnect to Personal Computer C. Playback ConnectionRUN Image Transfer SOFT- Ware END TransferringReplace Battery Holder Pull OUT Battery HolderPull out the battrery holder while sliding the lock hole RM-V709U providedRec Time Indicator Viewfinder Interval Timer IndicatorSTART/STOP Viss INT. Time REC Time Random Assemble Editing R.A.Edit Using Remote Control UnitSET Remote to Operate VCR Operate VCRPrepare Camcorder Connect toPrepare VCR Register Beginning of Scene Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayRegister END of Scene Register Additional ScenesBegin Automatic Editing Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeEND Automatic Editing VCR REC Stby ON/OFFIndicator REW FF Power SwitchViewfinder System Select Switch START/STOP REW Pause Insert PlaySelect Still Image Button Power SwitchBegin Insert Editing END Insert EditingAudio dubbing indicator EN Using Remote Control UnitViewfinder Set to Video To external Microphone Input jack CappedCleaning The Camcorder User MaintenanceAfter Use 72EN @ Picture Stabiliser Indicator Displayed when any of the buttons locatedTape Remaining Time Indication disappears within approx74EN REW Button Retake R Quick Review Button Tally Lamp Power IndicatorFF Button Retake F Button Stop Button # Function Navigator DialSome functions are not available No power is suppliedRecording cannot be performed Recording does not start PlaybackFormat Menu Screen TroubleshootingTo avoid hazard . . . Terminals To prevent damage and prolong service lifeDuring use Store cassettesAvoid using the unit For safety, do notCont Do not leave the unitSpecial Notes on Video Heads Cleaning the video headsDust and dirt on video heads Important NoteAdjustment Auto/Manual adjustment Standard modeDimensions X 42 H Weight Approx g Dimensions 188 25 H 104 Weight Approx g AccessoryDischarge The Battery Pack Charging the Battery PackHigh Speed Shutter Mode Provided AccessoriesIndex Page Page Page GR-AX880

GR-AX880

Compact VHS

INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS