Indication, Captures faster action than Sports mode

JVC GR-AX380, GR-AX285 manual Indication, High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action

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Dial	Viewfinder	Mode
symbol	indication	Mode
symbol	indication

LOCK	AUTO LOCK	Auto Mode Lock

Auto Mode Lock

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting.

•In this mode the following controls are disabled; DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.

RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto Mode Lock.

FG	FG : FOG	Electronic
FG	FG : FOG	Fog Filter
		Fog Filter

Electronic Fog Filter

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the image and gives it a “fantasy” look.

ND	ND:ND EFFECT	ND Effect

ND Effect

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject.

SEPIASepia

Sepia

The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of an older movie. Use together with Wide (☞ pg. 20) for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie.

Dial	Viewfinder	EN 19
		Mode
symbol	indication

	TWILIGHT	Twilight

Twilight

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight mode is selected:

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “” (FINE day mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode (☞ pg. 29).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to- camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual focusing (☞ pg. 27).

SPORTS Sports

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.

1/1000	1 S 1/1000	1/1000 sec.
		High Speed Shutter

1/2000	2 S 1/2000	1/2000 sec.
		High Speed Shutter

High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

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Contents

GR-AX480 GR-AX380 GR-AX285 GR-AX280 This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ Dear CustomerContents Detach Battery Pack PowerSupply Power Attach Battery PackDC OUT To DC in jack Terminal AC PowerCar Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E optional Charge markerClose Cover Switch OFF PowerInsert Battery Getting StartedMenu Screen Select DialMenu Jog Dial ViewfinderSelect Dial Viewfinder Menu Screen Tape Length Setting MenuMenu Jog Dial Close Cassette Holder Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Holder INSERT/REMOVE CassetteViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentAttach Strap Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Tripod MountingStart Shooting Enter RECORD-STANDBY ModeBasic Recording Load a CassetteBlinking Tape remaining time indicatorStop Recording Now calculatingFeature Purpose Operation EN Recording Basic FeaturesQuick Review 5Sec. Rec mode indicatorFeature 5SEC. REC Retake R/FLight OFF/AUTO/ON Basic FeaturesTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as requiredDisplay Select Dial DATE/TIMEDate/Time/Character Insert Programme AE With Special Effects Recording Advanced FeaturesMark Indication Captures faster action than Sports modeHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Fader Advanced FeaturesWide Instant Titles Select Super Lolux ModeSelect Preset Title Super LoLuxGain UpMenu Jog Dial Menu Screen GR-AX480 only Setting Menu Ex. REC Time Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentNormal Screen Recording Available only for GR-AX480 Setting isRecording pg Lapse recording pgAuto Focus FocusingClose Menu END Adjustment of FocusFocus Menu Screen Exposure Menu Screen To brighten the image Menu Jog Dial Menu ScreenTo darken the image Select Dial Menu Screen Manual White Balance Adjustment M.W.BJog Dial REC Time Menu INT. Time INT. Time Menu INT. Time IndicatorREC Time Indicator Recording Start/Stop Button Select Dial ViewfinderTime-Lapse Playback Fast-Forward Power SwitchBasic Playback PLAY/PAUSE REW StopTracking Playback FeaturesActivate Manual Tracking Stop Feature FeaturesCounter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Play Back on Connected VCR Using The Cassette Adapter ENCassette Adapter Insert Cassette in AdapterConnect Camcorder to TV EN PlaybackBasic Connections Connect Camcorder to VCRTape Dubbing To Audio Video OUT connectors Video in connectorsFunctions Using Remote Control Unit GR -AX480 onlyPull OUT Battery Holder Replace Battery HolderSTART/STOP Viss INT. Time REC Time Interval Timer Indicator9 0 RM-V700U optional Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET Remote to Operate VCR Operate VCRRM-V700U optional Connect toPrepare Camcorder Prepare VCRRegister Additional Scenes Access R.A. Edit Counter DisplayRegister Beginning of Scene Register END of SceneON/OFF VCR REC Stby Engage VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE ModeBegin Automatic Editing END Automatic EditingRM-V700URM-V705U EN Using Remote Control Unit GR -AX480 onlyTape Counter Viewfinder START/STOP REW Play Pause InsertREW Play Pause DUB Audio dubbing indicator Viewfinder MicrophoneRecording does not start Recording cannot be performedTape is running, but there’s no playback picture Camcorder On again. If the error number still appears in the viewLens Cover Warning indicator Shooting a very bright object48EN Video Light GR-AX480 only Microphone Camera sensor Power Indicator Tally Lamp GR-AX480 onlyCounter R/M Button Pg.12Condensation Warning Programme AE IndicatorInterval Timer/Recording Time Pg ,30Store cassettes For safety, do notTo avoid hazard During useRemove Eyepiece Clean ExteriorClean Lens Clean ViewfinderSpecifications GR-AX280

JVC GR-AX380, GR-AX285 manual Indication, High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action