” appears and
ADJUST FOCUS
4 To farther subject . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “ blinks.
Go to step 5.
ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
2
3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar to “MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “ ” appear. The focus is locked at this point.
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Manual Focus
NOTE:
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (pg. 12). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on “FOCUS”.
ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN

Select Dial

Viewfinder

 

 

 

MENU

 

 

 

 

 

4MENU END

 

 

 

 

 

FOCUS

 

AUTO

 

 

 

 

EXPOSURE

AUTO

 

 

 

 

DATE

TIME

25. 12. 98

 

 

TELE

MACRO

OFF

 

 

TAPE LENGTH

T30

 

 

M. W. B.

AUTO

 

 

 

ZOOM SPEED

FAST

 

 

4NEXT

 

 

 

 

Menu Screen

FOCUS

AUTO

MANU

EXIT

Focus Menu Screen

Manual Focus Screen

MENU Jog Dial

No indication during recording

No indication during recording

To nearer subject . . .

Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “” appears and blinks.

Go to step 5.

END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS

5 Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU END”.

CLOSE MENU

6 Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen disppears and “” reappears to indicate the focus is locked.

NOTES:

To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.

To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 1.

Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.

When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “” or “” will blink.

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GR-AX280, GR-AX480 specifications

The JVC GR-AX480 and GR-AX280 are compact and versatile camcorders that became popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s, providing users with the opportunity to capture memories with ease and quality. Both models feature a combination of innovative technologies that made them stand out in the crowded market of consumer camcorders of that era.

At the core of these camcorders is JVC's advanced video recording system, which employs VHS-C format. This allowed for convenient video playback on standard VHS players using an adapter. The GR-AX480 and GR-AX280 are equipped with 700,000-pixel CCD sensors that contribute to the clarity and vibrancy of the recorded footage, ensuring decent image quality even in less favorable lighting conditions.

One of the defining characteristics of these camcorders is their optical zoom capabilities. The GR-AX480 offers a 20x optical zoom lens, allowing users to zoom in on distant subjects without losing image quality. Meanwhile, the GR-AX280 features a slightly less powerful 16x optical zoom. Both models come with a digital zoom feature, significantly extending their zoom range for more flexibility in different shooting scenarios.

User convenience is a prominent design element in both models. The camcorders are equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD screen that provides an intuitive interface for monitoring and playback. The GR-AX480 model features a color LCD while the GR-AX280 has a similar-sized monochrome display, making it easier to frame shots accurately.

In terms of audio, the characteristics of these models include an integrated microphone that captures sound effectively during recordings, ensuring that the audio quality matches the visuals. Additionally, both camcorders support high-quality playback through a range of available outputs, including an S-Video output for enhanced picture quality.

Portability is another significant advantage of the GR-AX480 and GR-AX280. Their compact size and lightweight design make them easy to carry and handle, appealing to both amateur filmmakers and casual users. The user-friendly controls allow for easy operation, making it accessible to a wide audience.

In conclusion, the JVC GR-AX480 and GR-AX280 camcorders encapsulated the technological advancements and consumer-friendly features of their time. With their reliable recording capabilities, effective zoom lenses, and user-friendly designs, these camcorders were instrumental in helping users capture cherished moments on video.