P. STABILIZER

RETAKE (R/F)

 

 

 

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FEATURE:

Quick Review

 

PURPOSE:

To check the end of the last record-

 

 

ing.

 

OPERATION:

1) Press “ ” and release quickly

 

 

during the Record–Standby mode.

■Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the next shot.

NOTE:

Distortion may occur at start of

 

playback. This is normal.

 

 

FEATURE:

Retake

PURPOSE:

To re-record certain segments.

OPERATION:

1) Make sure the camcorder is in the

 

Record–Standby mode.

 

2) Press either RETAKE button to

 

reach the start point for new

 

recording. Pressing “F” forwards

 

the tape and pressing “R” reverses

 

it.

 

3) Press Recording Start/Stop Button

 

to start recording.

NOTE:

Noise may appear during Retake.

 

This is normal.

 

 

FEATURE:

Picture Stabilizer

PURPOSE:

To compensate for unstable images

 

caused by camera-shake, particularly

 

at high magnification.

OPERATION:

1) Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.

 

■ To switch off the Picture

 

Stabilizer, press P. STABILIZER.

 

The indicator disappears.

NOTES:

● Accurate stabilization may not be

 

possible if hand shake is excessive,

 

or under the following conditions:

 

• When shooting subjects with

 

vertical or horizontal stripes.

 

• When shooting dark or dim

 

subjects.

 

• When shooting subjects with

 

excessive backlighting.

 

• When shooting scenes with

 

movement in various directions.

 

• When shooting scenes with low-

 

contrast backgrounds.

 

● Switch off the Picture Stabilizer

 

when recording with the

 

camcorder on a tripod.

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GR-AXM900 specifications

The JVC GR-AXM900 is a noteworthy camcorder that emerged in the early 1990s, embodying the evolution of home video recording technology during that era. This compact and lightweight camcorder is designed for amateur videographers, offering a range of features that cater to a variety of filming needs.

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In summary, the JVC GR-AXM900 was a significant advancement in consumer camcorder technology, providing impressive features for capturing high-quality video. Its combination of S-VHS recording, versatile zoom capabilities, autofocus, and user-friendly design make it a memorable choice for amateur filmmakers of its time.
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