JVC LYT0002-025A, GR-AX275 Dear Customer, This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ

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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. 3).

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. 38 – 40) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that

follow and cautions (pgs. 41, 42). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

PAL

Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be used with this unit.

HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

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 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.

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.

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording is possible anywhere. Use the BN-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.)

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-AX275 Dear Customer This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC PublMajor Features Attach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Detach Battery PackLighter socket Car Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E optionalAA-V11EG Viewfinder Adjustment Date/Time Setting Tape Length Setting Loading/Unloading a CassetteTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Load a Cassette Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModePower Start ShootingOperation Retake R/F FeaturePurpose Indication Viewfinder ModeDial Viewfinder Mode Brighten Image Restore Initial SettingExposure Control Darken ImageRelease Focus Lock FocusingLock Focus FAR NearPower zoom lever Fader WideInstant Titles Character GeneratorSelect Display Choose Display ModeDate/Time Character Insert SET Program AESelect White Balance Adjust FocusAdjust White Balance Select SETSetting procedure depends on the function you select Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting Press MENU. The normal screen reappearsNorm Interval Timer OFFGain UP OFFInterval Timer Indicator Rec Time Indicator Menu FarnearAnimation Time-LapsePlay Back on Connected VCR Cassette AdapterInsert Cassette in Adapter Remove Cassette from AdapterConnect Camcorder to VCR Connect Camcorder to TVPlayback PLAY/PAUSE REW FF Stop PowerRewind or Fast-forward the tape Stop PlaybackCounter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Stop REW FF Feature To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectors Power switchWhen connecting the cables, open the jack cover Operate the VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR Connect toPrepare VCR Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayPrepare Camcorder Register Beginning of SceneEdited Tape VCR Stop Begin Automatic EditingEND Automatic Editing Holder Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery FunctionsInterval Timer Indicator Transmitted beam effective areaCounter R/M REWRM-V704U or RM-V700U Optional Audio dubbing indicator Viewfinder MikeDUB RM-V705U providedTape is running, but there’s no playback picture Recording cannot be performedRecording does not start Noise bars appear in the playback pictureImage is out of focus Tape won’t ejectShooting a very bright object Menu Setting Change ....................... pg Power Switch .................................. pg.10,26Counter R Reset/M Memory A.EDIT Cancel Button ................... pgTally Lamp Power On Indicator Battery Pack MountLens Cover Switch Grip Strap Tripod Mounting Socket Camera sensorFor inserting or replacing the clock Focus IndicatorSet to any position other than Auto Lock Condensation WarningMake sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark Do not burnDo not modify or disassemble Use only specified chargers Clean Viewfinder Clean ExteriorClean Lens Remove EyepieceConnector Out connectorDimensions 188 25 H 104 Weight Approx g Accessory Luminance FM recording ColourGR-AX275