COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-AX460
GR-AX360
GR-AX260
Compact VHS
PAL
(GR-AX460 shown)
INSTRUCTIONS
YU30052-562-1
MAJOR FEATURES
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
3
4
Ⅲ Programme AE with Special Effects (੬ pg. 14)
Ⅲ Intelligent Function Control (੬ pg. 16 – 23)
Ⅲ 14x Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (੬ pg. 11)
Ⅲ EasyEdit (Random Assemble
Editing) (੬ pg. 30 – 33)
Power ............................................ 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery
Removal/Insertion ............................. 6
Date/Time Settings ............................ 6
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................ 7
Tape Length Setting ............................ 7
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 7
Grip Adjustment ................................ 8
Shoulder Strap Attachment ................... 8
Tripod Mounting ................................ 8
Remote Control Unit ........................... 9
Ⅲ Desigh-Integrated
Auto Light
(GR-AX460 only)
(੬ pg. 13)
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
RECORDING
10
Basic Recording ............................... 10
Basic Features ................................ 11
Advanced Features ........................... 13
PAL
PLAYBACK
26
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
Using The Cassette Adapter ................ 26
Basic Connections............................. 27
Basic Playback ................................ 28
Features ....................................... 29
used with your VHS VCR*
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
EDITING
30
Tape Dubbing.................................. 30
Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit) ...... 30
Insert Editing .................................. 34
Audio Dubbing ................................ 35
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EG
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
INDEX
36
Controls........................................ 36
Connectors .................................... 36
Indicators ...................................... 36
Other Parts ................................... 36
Viewfinder .................................... 37
•Shoulder Strap
•Cable adapter
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
•Lithium Battery CR2025
CAUTIONS
38
40
41
41
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
•Editing cable
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
•Remote Control
Unit RM-V704U
(GR-AX460 only)
•AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) cable
GETTING STARTED
4
Power
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
● No function is available without power supply.
● Use only specified power supply.
● Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
CHG. (charge) indicator
Marks
SUPPLY POWER
POWER
indicator
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
To AC outlet
1
2
outlet. The power indicator lights.
END
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
indicator
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
The CHG. indicator lights.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
When charging is completed, the END indicator
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
of the arrow.
3
REFRESH switch
REFRESH indicator
BATT. PACK
CHARGE
DISCHARGE
approx.
3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V12U
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
BN-V22U
BN-V25U
approx. 2 hrs. 10 min.
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.
approx. 7 hrs.
approx. 10 hrs.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Hook on.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
battery pack in until it locks in place.
1
2
DETACH BATTERY PACK
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME
BATT. PACK
GR-AX460/AX260
GR-AX360
1 hr.
BN-V12U
BN-V22U
BN-V25U
1 hr. 5 min. (35 min.)
2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.) 2 hrs. 10 min.
3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.) 2 hrs. 50 min.
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AX460 only).
**REFRESH
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack
before recharging.
To discharge the battery . . .
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The
REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete.
5
**CHARGE MARKER
Charge marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.
NOTES:
● The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and
the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.
● Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
● Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery
pack.
● Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
● Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
● High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don’t
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.
● If you stop recharging or discharging partway through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.
● Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
● To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
● Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
● A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to
continue.
● The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustra-
tion to the left).
To AC outlet
DC OUT terminal
NOTES:
● When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can
also be used to charge the battery pack.
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger or
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7E), refer to the respective
instruction booklet.
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EG
DC cord
To car’s
cigarette
lighter
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
the illustration to the left).
socket
NOTE:
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
6
Clock (Lithium) Battery Removal/Insertion
A
This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
1
2
supply unit.
OPEN COVER
Open the clock battery compartment cover while
pressing the release tab.
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)
Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the
3 battery and the compartment (
A
) and pull the
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the supplied
lithium battery and push it in.
4
5
–/+
SET
CLOSE COVER
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.
NOTE:
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”(੬ pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
Date/Time Settings
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
1
POWER
SET DATE/TIME
Press SET and the day blinks. Press + or – to set
2
3
the day. Repeat to set month, year, hour and minute.
Date
Day/Month/Year
START CLOCK
Press SET. The blinking stops. The date and time are
both displayed for confirmation, then the time
display disappears.
DATE ... Date setting is performed
NOTE:
The clock does not keep time while the date and time are
blinking.
DATE 1.1.00
TIME 0:00
Time
24-hour indication
TIME .... Time setting is performed
7
Viewfinder Adjustment
TAPE30•45 tape length select button
POSITION VIEWFINDER
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
1
2
3
(see illustration at left).
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to CAMERA.
ADJUST DIOPTER
Turn the diopter adjustment control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Tape Length Setting
SET TAPE LENGTH
Set the tape length button according to the length of
the tape used. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time
and T45 = 45 minutes.
1
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
NOTE:
The tape remaining time indicator does not work with
tapes other than EC30 and EC45. (See Basic Recording
on pg. 10 for “tape remaining time indicator”.)
T30
Tape length indicator
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
Slide EJECT until holder opens. Do not use force to
1
2
3
open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
Make sure label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
locked.
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
Turn to take up
slack.
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is present. If not,
cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some cassettes
have sliding tabs – in this case, check the tab’s
position.)
Erase Protection
Gear
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
8
EXPAND LOOP
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
2
3
INSERT HAND
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate
the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom
switch. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Recording Start/Stop button
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap
1
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back
and thread it through the keeper 2, and then
through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to
attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,
making sure the strap isn’t twisted.
1
3
2
2
1
ADJUST LENGTH
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 2.
2
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
1
9
Remote Control Unit
The RM-V704U Full-Function Remote Control Unit can
operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the
basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of
your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional
recording functions possible. To operate, point it at the
camcorder’s remote sensor. The RM-V704U is provided
with GR-AX460, and is available optionally for
GR-AX360/AX260.
Infrared beam
effective area
10°
Remote sensor
10°
The transmitted beam may not be effective or
may cause misoperations when the remote
sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or
powerful lighting.
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER
Pull out the battery holder according to the type of
1
2
remote control unit you have.
A
Type : Pull out the battrery holder while sliding
the lock hole.
B
Type : Pinch the release tab and pull out the
battery holder.
1
2
0
!
@
INSERT BATTERY
Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)
side up, into the battery holder.
3
4
5
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER
Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.
3
*Read warning on lithium battery. (੬ pg. 2)
6
7
8
9
#
$
%
^
A
B
&
Lock hole
Release tab
Functions
Buttons
With the camcorder’s power switch set to
“CAMERA”.
With the camcorder’s power switch set to
“PLAY”.
1 PAUSE IN connector
—
੬ pg. 32
2 Infrared beam
transmitting window
Transmits the beam signal.
3 MBR SET button
4 INT. TIME button
5 REC TIME button
6 FF button
7 REW button
8 PAUSE button
—
Self-Timer/Time lapse (੬ pg. 24, 25)
Animation/Time lapse (੬ pg. 25)
Retake (Forward) (੬ pg. 11)
Retake (Rewind) (੬ pg. 11)
—
੬ pg. 31
—
—
FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 28)
Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 28)
Pause (੬ pg. 29)
9 PLAY button
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 28)
0 START/STOP button
! VISS button
Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.
Index code marking (੬ pg. 12)
—
@ ZOOM (T/W) button
# VCR CTL button
$ A. DUB button
% STOP button
^ INSERT button
& R. A. EDIT button
Zoom (invariable speed) (੬ pg. 11)
—
—
—
—
—
—
੬ pg. 31
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 35)
Stop (੬ pg. 28)
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 34)
੬ pg. 32
RECORDING Basic Recording
10
NOTE:
LENS COVER
SWITCH
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (੬ pg. 4)
● Tape Length Setting (੬ pg. 7)
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)
LOAD A CASSETTE
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
1
2
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open
the lens cover, then set the power switch to
CAMERA.
POWER
Start/Stop
•The power indicator lights and the camcorder
enters the Record–Standby Mode.
•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
The power indicator
START SHOOTING
Press the Recording Start/Stop button.
Tape remaining time
indicator
3
4
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,
REC
and “
” appears in the viewfinder.
45MIN
44MIN
3MIN
1MIN (Blinking)
0MIN (Blinking)
2MIN (Blinking)
STOP RECORDING
Press the Recording Start/Stop button again.
*
MIN.....(Now calculating)
•The comcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the
holder opens. Do not use force.
● The tape‘s remaining time is displayed in the
viewfinder as shown.
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape recheas its end,
and the power goes off automatically if left in this
condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears
when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is
loaded.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes,
the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the
power switch to POWER OFF, and then back to
CAMERA to turn the camcorder on again.
● If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use
the RETAKE function (੬ pg. 11) to find the end of the
last recording so you don’t erase any of it.
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds
when the camcorder is turned on, whether the cover is
open or closed.
Tally lamp
RECORDING Basic Features
11
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Zooming
Zoom indicator
Zoom-in
To vary the length of the focal lens and
produce zoom in/out effect.
OPERATION: Zoom In
1) Pull the power zoom switch down
toward “T”.
Zoom Out
T
T
T
T
W
W
W
W
2) Push the switch up toward “W”.
● The further the power zoom switch is
pushed or pulled, the faster the zoom
speed becomes.
Zoom-out
NOTES:
● Focusing may become unstable
during zooming. In this case, set
zoom while in Record–Standby, set
manual focus or Focus Lock
RETAKE
(੬ pg. 18, 19), then zoom in or out
in Record mode.
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Quick Review
To check end of last recording for
confirmation.
Power zoom switch
OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” for less than 2 seconds
during Record–Standby mode.
•Tape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back automati-
cally, then pauses in Record–
Standby mode for next shot.
NOTE:
Distortion may occur at start of
playback. This is normal.
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Retake
To re-record certain segments.
OPERATION: 1) Make sure camcorder is in Record–
Standby mode.
2) Press either RETAKE button to reach
start point for new recording.
3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start
recording.
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake. This
is normal.
RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)
12
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Index Code Marking
To give you automatic access to any
selected point on a recording. Auto
Marking and Manual Marking are
available.
OPERATION: Auto Marking
An index code is always marked to start
the first recording on a new date after a
cassette is inserted.
Manual Marking
1) Press VISS once to place index code.
INDEX blinks in the viewfinder
during marking.
NOTES:
● If VISS is pressed during Record–
Standby mode, the mark is placed
where START/STOP is pressed.
● If the date changes during a record-
ing, it becomes the first recording of
the new date and an index mark is
placed at that point.
START/STOP
VISS
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
AUTO PAUSE SYSTEM (GR-AX460
only)
To automatically stop recording when
the camcorder is pointed down,
preventing accidental recordings of the
ground, your feet, etc.
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When
the camcorder is tilted down by a
large degree from its horizontal
position during recording, the
Record-Standby mode is automati-
cally engaged. “AUTO PAUSE”
appears in the viewfinder.
● The Auto Pause System is also
effective when the camcorder is
pointed up, or is positioned upside
down.
AUTO PAUSE
NOTES:
● Auto Pause also works when the
camcorder is twisted by a large
degree to the left or right.
● When you want to shoot in any of the
aforementioned positions, make sure
you set AUTO PAUSE to “OFF”.
Up
Upside down
Record-Standby
Normal
Record-Standby
Record
Record-Standby
Down
RECORDING Advanced Features
13
Video Light (GR-AX460 only)
When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the
scene by using the built-in video light.
SET VIDEO LIGHT
Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required.
1 ON
: Always keeps the light on as long as the
camcorder is turned on.
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on
the subject.
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF
OFF : Turns off the light.
•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s
power on.
•It is recommended to set the white balance to
indoor mode ( ) (੬ pg. 15) when you use the
video light.
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save
battery power.
NOTES:
Ⅲ Even if the battery indicator (
) does not blink in the
viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is low, the
camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn
on the video light, or when you start recording with the
video light turned on.
Ⅲ When the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF is set to “AUTO”:
•Depending on the lighting condition, the video light
may not be stably turned on or off. In this case,
switch the light on and off manually.
•While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode
(੬ pg. 14) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.
•While the Twilight mode (੬ pg. 14) is engaged, the
light will not activate.
DANGER:
Ⅲ The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it
either while in operation or soon after turning it off,
otherwise serious injury may result.
Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it remains
extremely hot.
Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of about
30 cm between the video light and people or object.
Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacing the video light.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
14
Program AE With Special Effects
All you have to do to access any of the variety of
shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select
dial until the desired indication appears in the
viewfinder. The mode is activated about 1 second
later.
PROGRAM AE
select dial
DIAL
SYMBOL
Tally lamp
VIEWFINDER
MODE
LOCK
AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock
A
DIAL
SYMBOL
VIEWFINDER
MODE
Auto Mode Lock
Locks camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing
accidental misoperation/button pressing during
shooting.
•CINEMA, FADER, FOCUS, EXPOSURE, DISPLAY,
TITLES and MWB (Manual White Balance)
controls are disabled in this mode.
SPORTS
Sports
Sports
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
action.
Auto Mode
1/2000
S 1/2000
High Speed Shutter
RELEASE
AUTO RELEASE
M
Release
High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)
Captures faster action than Sports mode.
Auto Mode Release
Re-enables controls that were disabled by Auto
Mode Lock.
SELF TIMER
15 sec. Self-Timer
FG
FG:FOG
Electronic Fog Filter
15 sec. Self-Timer
Lets you delay recording start after Recording Start/
Stop is pressed. If camcorder is secured, operator
can enter scene before recording starts.
1) Set PROGRAM AE dial to “ ”. “ 15S” appears
in viewfinder.
2) Press Recording Start/Stop.
•Recording starts after 15 seconds.
•Tally lamp begins blinking; blinking speed
increases about 5 seconds before recording starts.
Blinking stops when recording begins but light
stays on.
Electronic Fog Filter
Makes picture look misty white, as when external
fog filter is attached to lens. Softens image and gives
it “fancy“ look.
ND
ND:ND EFFECT ND Effect
ND EFFECT
Black mist darkens picture, as when ND filter is
used. Helps to counter effects of glare on subject.
NOTES:
SEPIA
Sepia
● Only one effect can be engaged at a time.
● When the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched
from one mode to another, the newly selected
mode’s name and its indication is displayed in the
viewfinder for approx. 3 seconds. Then the name
disappears, and only the indication remains.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the
fader (੬ pg. 16) is used in the Sepia mode.
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High
Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted
situations.
● In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes,
picture colour may be adversely affected if
subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light
sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapour
lights.
Sepia
Scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving effect of older
movie. Use together with Cinema (੬ pg. 17) for
authentic look of classic Hollywood movie.
TWILIGHT Twilight
Twilight
Disengages auto gain control and auto focus, locks
focus to infinity and white balance to “
”
(outdoor) mode. Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks,
etc., look more natural and dramatic.
15
White Balance Adjustment
White balance mode indicator
This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system
senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for
automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise
colour adjustment is not possible under the following
conditions:
No indication
(Auto)
•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.
•When a predominantly red or brown object is being
shot outdoors.
MWB
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters
for white balance adjustment.
SELECT MODE
Press MWB (Manual White Balance) until the
1
required indication appears in the viewfinder.
“
” .............. Outdoors on cloudy day
“
“
” ............... Outdoors on sunny day
” ................ Light source is halogen or tungsten
...................... lamp
MWB
“MWB” .......... With a memorized personal White
...................... Balance setting (see below)
MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject’s light
source so you can shoot with natural colours that are
unaffected by surroundings, even when there are
multiple subjects with different colour temperatures.
ADJUST FOCUS
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a
1
2
sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually
(੬ pg. 19).
ADJUST WHITE BALANCE
Press MWB until “MWB” appears, then press and
hold MWB for more than 3 seconds.
•“MWB” blinks in the viewfinder during
adjustment, then stops blinking but stays lit when
adjustment is complete.
NOTES:
● To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press MWB until the indication disappears, or turn the
PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK.
● Re-adjust the White Balance Mode when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned
on and off again, or when the PROGRAM AE dial’s position has been changed.
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance
(“BASIC CONNECTIONS” ੬ pg. 27).
● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 , this unit makes its colour
temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colours. For
example, when adjusting with red, blue or yellow colours, the image becomes the colour which
aproximates to green, orange or purple respectively.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
16
INTELLIGENT FUNCTION CONTROL
Group 1
This feature makes it easier for you to make selections
F1
F2
CINEMA
FADER
F1
F2
FADER CINEMA
during the following modes: Fader, Cinema, Manual
Focus Adjust, Exposure Control, Display, and Instant
Title.
SEL.
Group 2
F1
F2
FOCUS
EXP.
PREPARATION
Viewfinder
SEL.
Set the PROGRAM AE dial to any position except
Group 3
1
2
3
LOCK.
F1
F2
TITLE
DISP.
SELECT MODE
SEL.
Press Function SEL. until the required function’s
indication appears in the viewfinder.
PROGRAM AE select dial
ENTER SELECTION
Press either F1 or F2 (the one to the immediate left
of the desired function name).
NOTE:
If you set the PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK, F1 and F2
disappear from the viewfinder, indicating that IFC
(Intelligent Function Control) is unusable.
Fader
F1 button
F2 button
This feature allows smooth fade-in and fade-out to black
blank screen. Fade-in works at recording start, and
fade-out works at recording end or when you enter
Record–Standby mode.
F1
SEL
F2
SELECT MODE
Press Function SEL. until “FADER” appears to the
Function SEL. button
FADE IN
1
2
3
right of F1.
ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE
Press F1 to engage the Fade–Standby mode.
“FADER”appears in the viewfinder.
START RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and
activate fade-in.
OR . . .
FADE OUT
END RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and
engage fade-out.
NOTES:
● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop button
allows you to record a black blank screen.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is
used with Sepia (੬ pg. 14).
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 14)
engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.
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Cinema
Cinema mode
This feature allows you to record black bars at the top
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like
“wide-screen” effect.
SELECT MODE
Press Function SEL. until “CINEMA” appears to the
1
2
3
right of F2.
ENGAGE CINEMA MODE
Press F2.
RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN
Press F2 again while “CINEMA” appears next to F2
in the viewfinder.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Focusing
Auto Focus
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However,
correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations
listed below (in these cases use manual focusing):
Focus
detection zone
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
F1
F2
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
* The low-contrast warning “
viewfinder.
” appears in the
Focus Lock
This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially
helpful in the following situations:
•When things pass between your subject and the
camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your
subject in before recording.
Function SEL.
•When you want your subject to be focused, and to
appear in a corner of the screen. First, centre on the
subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then engage
the focus lock function and move the camcorder until
the subject is where you want it.
SELECT MODE
Press Function SEL. until “FOCUS” appears to the
1
2
3
right of F1.
LOCK FOCUS
Press F1. The focus lock indication “
in the viewfinder.
” appears
RELEASE FOCUS LOCK
Press F1. Focus lock is immediately released. The
focus lock indication disappears.
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is
not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece
of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs,
wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out
first (੬ pg. 11). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,
the camcorder could automatically zoom out
depending on the distance between the camcorder and
the subject.
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Manual Focus
Viewfinder
F1
F2
EXP.
FOCUS
NOTE:
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder
adjustments (੬ pg. 7). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.
Power zoom switch
SELECT MODE
Press Function SEL. until “FOCUS” appears to the
1
right of F1.
ADJUST FOCUS
A
TO FARTHER SUBJECT
2
While holding down F1, slide the power zoom
switch to T. The Manual Focus indications “
appear and “ ” blinks.
2
”
Go to step 3.
F1 button
F2 button
B
TO NEARER SUBJECT
While holding down F1, slide the power zoom
switch to W. The Manual Focus indications
F1
SEL
F2
“
” appear and “ ” blinks.
Go to step 3.
LOCK FOCUS
Function SEL. button
Release the power zoom switch. The focus
3
4
indication is replaced by the focus lock indication
“
” and the adjusted focus is locked in.
RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE
Press F1. The Manual Focus mode is immediately
released and the focus lock indication disappears.
NOTES:
F1
F1
+
+
● 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.
● Two manual focusing speeds are available. For
slow-speed, push the switch slightly and hold that
position. For fast-speed, push the switch fully.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
20
Exposure Control
Viewfinder
F1
F2
EXP.
FOCUS
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override and make
the adjustment manually.
Power zoom switch
SELECT MODE
Press Function SEL. until “EXP.” appears to the right
1
2
of F2.
BRIGHTEN IMAGE
While holding down F2, slide the power zoom
switch to T. The Exposure indicator bar appears in
the viewfinder.
OR . . .
DARKEN IMAGE
While holding down F2, slide the power zoom
switch to W. The Exposure indicator bar appears in
the viewfinder.
F1 button
F2 button
When you want to return to the factory setting . . .
F1
SEL
F2
RESTORE INITIAL SETTING
Press F2. The standard setting is immediately
restored and the Exposure indicator bar disappears.
3
Function SEL. button
To brighten the image
+
F2
+
+
+
-
-
-
+
F2
To darken the image
Exposure indicator bar
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Date/Time Character Insert
F1 button
F2 button
This feature allows you to display date, time and characters
in your viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor,
record them manually or automatically, and even make
your own titles.
F1
SEL
F2
NOTE:
You should already have performed the Date/Time Setting
procedure (੬ pg. 6). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.
Function SEL. button
DISPLAY
SELECT DISPLAY
Press Function SEL. until “DISP.” appears to the right
1
2
of F2.
CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE
Press F2 while in Record–Standby to cycle through
the modes as shown in the illustration at left.
F1
F2
DISP.
TITLE
NOTES:
● The selected display can be recorded.
● If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off mode
before shooting.
● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press F2.
● If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the Record–
Standby mode and then select the desired display mode using F2.
Date display
Auto Date Record mode
Date/Time display
Character Generator
Date-off mode
AUTO DATE RECORD
Your camcorder automatically records the day, month
and year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated
in the following situations:
On-screen display
•After changing the date.
•After loading a cassette.
Date display
Auto Date Record mode
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing
F2. In this mode, the month, day and year are replaced
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”.
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AUTO DATE
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Auto date
record mode
Auto date
record executed
NOTES:
● Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this mode, and
disables all other modes.
Date/Time display
Character Generator
● In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes while you’re
shooting, the date indication is recorded for about 5 seconds
from that point. It is not recorded during any other recordings
made on that day.
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SET CHAR
IN PARIS, FRANCE
No Characters
stored
Example of
stored characters
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO
MONITOR
Connect the camcorder to a monitor as instructed in
1
2
“BASIC CONNECTIONS” (੬ pg. 27).
DISPLAY VIEWFINDER
INDICATIONS
NOTES:
● In the On-Screen Display mode, the date is
displayed and recorded.
Press F2 until the indications appear on the
connected monitor.
● The on-screen display is not available during recording.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
22
Character Generator
–/+
SET
SELECT MODE
Press Function SEL. until “DISP.” appears to the right
1
2
of F2.
SET CHARACTER OR TITLE
Press F2 until “SET CHAR” or a previously stored
title appears in the viewfinder.
ACCESS CHARACTER MODE
SCREEN
Press SET. A character grid appears in the view
3
4
finder.
ENTER DESIRED CHARACTERS
Press + or – to move the cursor on the character grid
to the desired character, then press SET to enter. The
selected characters appears at the bottom of the
screen. When you’re done, press SET as many times
as necessary to exit the screen. The title you made
appears at the bottom of the screen.
NOTES:
● You can store up to 18 characters.
● You can only make and store one title at a time. To
replace it, repeat the procedure.
● To create a space between two characters in a title you
make, choose “ ” on the CHARACTER SET MODE
screen.
SET CHAR
CHARACTER SET MODE
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Instant Titles
Example of Character Generator & Title
Viewfinder
The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title
as shown in the illustration to the left.
The preset titles appear in this order: HAPPY BIRTHDAY,
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, OUR FAMILY, MOVIE STAR,
PARTY TIME, MERRY CHRISTMAS, WEDDING DAY,
CONGRATULATIONS.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
IN PARIS, FRANCE
SELECT MODE
Character Generator:
Title indication
Press Function SEL. until “TITLE” appears to the right
IN PARIS, FRANCE
1
2
of F1.
Title: HAPPY HOLIDAYS
SELECT PRESET TITLE
Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press F1 to
cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is
displayed.
NOTES:
● To delete the Instant Title during recording, press F1.
● To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and
then press F1 to select the desired title.
● To display a title you made in the position usually
occupied by an Instant Title, cycle through in step 2
above until your title appears
(after “CONGRATULATIONS”). You can superimpose
two personal titles on the scene being shot.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
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Self-Timer
Tally lamp PROGRAM AE
You can set the delay between pressing Recording Start/
Stop and the actual start of recording. If you secure the
camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.
NOTE:
You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to perform
this procedure.
ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY
MODE
Make sure the lens cover is open, set the power
1
2
switch to CAMERA.
SET TIME DELAY
START/STOP
On the RM-V704U, press INT. TIME to set the delay
time. There are four choices, and they appear in the
viewfinder in the following order (each time
INT. TIME is pressed): 15S (15 seconds), 30S
(30 seconds), 1MIN (1 minute) and 5MIN
(5 minutes). Pressing again releases the Self-timer.
INT. TIME
REC TIME
RM-V704U
START DELAYED RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop. The tally lamp begins
blinking, and the blinking speed increases about
5 seconds before recording starts. When recording
begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays lit.
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
3
4
RELEASE SELF-TIMER MODE
To release when the tally lamp is not blinking, press
INT. TIME continuously until “ ” disappears. To
release when the tally lamp is blinking, press
Recording Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then press
INT. TIME continuously until “ ” disappears.
NOTE:
If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to “ ”, 15S is automati-
cally selected.
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Animation
Time-Lapse
Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of
movement. This function allows you to shoot a
series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same
object for a brief period of time.
You can record sequentially at preset time spans.
Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,
you can record subtle changes over an extended
period of time.
NOTE:
NOTE:
You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to
perform the following procedure.
You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to
perform the following procedure.
ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY
ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY
MODE
MODE
Make sure the lens cover is open, then set the
power switch to CAMERA.
Make sure the lens cover is open, then set the
power switch to CAMERA.
1
2
1
2
SET RECORDING TIME
SET RECORDING TIME
Press REC TIME on the remote control. There
are three choices available, and they appear in
the following order (each time REC TIME is
pressed): 1/4S, 1/2S and 1S. Press again to
reset.
Press REC TIME on the remote control. Three
choices are available, and they appear in the
following order (each time REC TIME is
pressed): 1/4S (one-fourth of a second), 1/2S
(one-half of a second) and 1S (one full second).
Press again to release the Animation mode.
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN
START RECORDING
RECORDINGS
Press Recording Start/Stop after focusing on the
subject. The recording stops automatically after
the selected period of time.
Press INT. TIME on the remote control. There
are four choices available, and they appear in
the following order (each time INT. TIME is
pressed): 15S, 30S, 1MIN, and 5MIN. Press
again to reset.
3
3
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF
PICTURES
START TIME-LAPSE
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the desired number of
4
5
6
pictures.
RECORDING
Press Recording Start/Stop. Recording and
intervals alternate automatically.
CHECK YOUR WORK
Play back the series of pictures to see if the
results were satisfactory.
4
5
RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE
To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,
press INT. TIME and REC TIME repeatedly
until “ ” and “ ” disappear. To release
when the tally lamp is blinking, press
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE
Press REC TIME until “ ” disappears from the
viewfinder.
Recording Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then
press INT. TIME and REC TIME repeatedly
until “ ” and “ ” disappear.
NOTES:
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is
secured when shooting.
NOTES:
● If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to Self-Timer
mode, Animation is cancelled and Self-Timer
mode is engaged with 15S selected.
● Fade-in/out cannot be performed during
Animation shooting.
● Fade-in/out cannot be performed during
Time-Lapse shooting.
● For best results, keep the camcorder secured
while shooting.
● If, during steps 2 and 3, the PROGRAM AE dial is
set to the Self-Timer mode, the Self-Timer mode is
engaged with 15S selected.
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter
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Cassette Adapter
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded
with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS
video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery
powered and automatically performs tape loading and
unloading.
+
INSERT BATTERY
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install
one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the
illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.
1
2
3
VCR
INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment
door, then insert the cassette and close the
compartment door.
Compartment door
PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR
Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the
tape back as you would any other.
REMOVE CASSETTE FROM
ADAPTER
Slide the latch and the compartment door opens
automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on
the underside of the adapter as shown in the
4
illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.
Sliding latch
Reels
NOTES:
Compact video cassette
● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the
reels for safety and tape protection.
● During special-effect playback (slow motion, still
frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may
appear on the screen.
● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with
adhesive tape.
Recording safety hole
PLAYBACK Basic Connections
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There are three basic types of connections. When making
the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
Connection To A VCR [A]
(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)
NOTE:
Use the provided A/V cable.
To AUDIO
and VIDEO
connectors
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the
1
provided A/V cable. between the AUDIO and
VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on
the VCR.
A/V cable (provided)
A
B
SUPPLY POWER
To AUDIO and
VIDEO IN
connectors
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
2
3
If your TV/VCR
has the SCART
connector, use
the provided
SELECT MODE
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV
to its VIDEO mode.
cable adapter.
VCR
Connection To A TV With A/V Input
Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)
Aerial
NOTE:
Use the provided A/V cable.
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the
1
2
provided A/V cable. between the AUDIO and
VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on
the TV.
To AUDIO, VIDEO and
DC OUT connectors
SELECT MODE
RF unit RF-V5E
(optional)
Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in
its instructions).
NOTES:
Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input
Connectors (Playback ONLY)
● It is recommended to use the AC Power
Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead
of the battery pack.
NOTE:
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the
camcorder’s power switch to CAMERA, then
set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not
specially shielded, do not place the speakers
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur
in the camcorder playback picture.
Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit.
* Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for connection
procedure.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback
28
NOTE:
PLAY/PAUSE
STOP
Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in
“BASIC CONNECTIONS” (੬ pg. 27).
LOAD A CASSETTE
Load as you did in the recording procedure.
1
FF
REW
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to PLAY. The Power On
2
3
4
indicator lights.
PLAYBACK
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in
the viewfinder and the connected TV.
STOP PLAYBACK
Press STOP.
Rewind or Fast-forward the Tape
Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape
during stop mode.
POWER
NOTE:
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5
minutes in STOP mode. To turn on again, set the power
switch to POWER OFF, then to PLAY.
M 0:00:00
Tape counter
PLAYBACK Features
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FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Manual Tracking
TRACKING
COUNTER R/M
PLAY/PAUSE
To eliminate noise bars that appear on
the screen.
OPERATION: 1) Press either TRACKING button as
many times as necessary for best
picture.
NOTES:
● To reset TRACKING to the original
preset, press both TRACKING buttons
simultaneously.
REW
● Manual Tracking may not work with
tapes recorded on other VCRs or
camcorders.
FF
STOP
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Still Playback
To pause during playback.
OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press
PLAY/PAUSE again.
NOTE:
Noise bars appear and pictures may
become monochrome during Still
Playback. This is normal.
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Shuttle Search
To allow high-speed search in either
direction.
OPERATION: Forward Search
1) Press FF during playback.
Reverse Search
1) Press REW during playback.
NOTE:
Noise bars appear and pictures may
become monochrome in Shuttle
Search. This is normal.
FEATURE:
PURPOSE:
Counter Memory Function
To make it easier to locate a specific
tape segment.
OPERATION: 1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for
more than 2 seconds. The counter
resets to “0:00:00”.
2) Press COUNTER R/M. “M” appears.
3) After recording or playback, press
STOP, then REW. The tape automati-
cally stops at or close to 0:00:00.
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback.
REW
FF
NOTES:
● The counter memory functions in the
FF and REW modes.
● To disable Counter Memory
Function, press COUNTER R/M so
the “M” disappears.
STOP
PAUSE
PLAY
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
EDITING
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Tape Dubbing
Power switch
CONNECT EQUIPMENT
Following the illustration at left, connect the
camcorder and the VCR. If you have a Remote
PAUSE terminal, use the editing cable to connect it
to the camcorder and the VCR. (See “NOTES” below
for details.)
1
2
EDIT
PLAY/PAUSE
PREPARE FOR DUBBING
Set the camcorder’s power switch to PLAY, turn on
the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
SELECT VCR MODE
To EDIT
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
To AUDIO out
3
4
To VIDEO out
FIND EDIT-IN POINT
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot
just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press
PAUSE on the camcorder.
Editing cable
(provided)
A/V cable
(provided)
START EDITING
Press EDIT on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
Record mode.
To AUDIO IN
To VIDEO IN
5
6
7
If your TV/VCR has the
SCART connector, use
the provided cable
adapter.
To Remote
PAUSE
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
PAUSE on the camcorder.
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
VCR (Recording deck)
NOTES:
● When using a Remote PAUSE terminal, pressing EDIT on the
camcorder in step 5 automatically engages the VCR’s Record
mode.
● When using a Remote PAUSE terminal, you can access a
function called Master Edit Control System. Before beginning,
reset the camcorder’s counter to “0:00:00” at an edit-out point.
When the tape reaches this point (remember there’s a small
margin of error) during editing, the camcorder and VCR pause
automatically. However, some VCRs are not compatible with
the Master Edit Control System.
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the
source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic
editing, in any order you like. R.A. Edit is more easily
performed when the RM-V704U* MBR (Multi-Brand
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see
chart on the next page), but can also be performed by
operating the VCR manually.
* RM-V704U is provided with GR-AX460, optional for
GR-AX360/AX260.
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SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote
toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to
the chart at left, press and hold MBR SET, and press
button (A) and then (B).
MBR SET
VCR CTL
1
2
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
0
•The code is automatically set once you release the
MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.
RM-V704U
OPERATE THE VCR
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for
the desired function. The functions the remote can
control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR
REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this
one).
VCR CODE LIST
VCR BRAND BUTTONS
VCR BRAND BUTTONS
NAME
NAME
(A) (B)
(A) (B)
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.
AKAI
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6
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PHILIPS
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9
1
9
9
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IMPORTANT
BLAUPUNKT
FERGUSON
1
3
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and
those of many other makers, it may not work with yours
or may offer limited functions.
9
9
3
7ꢀ
8ꢀ
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NOTES:
SANYO
3
3
6ꢀ
5
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
1
3
4ꢀ
4
● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try
another code from the chart.
SELECO, REX
SHARP
9
9
1ꢀ
6
6
6
6ꢀ
3
● Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In
this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.
● If the RM-V704U is not able to control the VCR, use
the controls on the VCR.
1
1
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A
B
C
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9
9
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3ꢀ
7ꢀ
1ꢀ
4ꢀ
8
1
PAUSE TERMINAL
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE
terminal.
NORDMENDE
TOSHIBA
6
6
9ꢀ
1
B
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE
PAUSE TERMINAL
2
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
C
NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER
2
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V704U’s
Pause-In jack.
All other connections are as shown in the illustration
on page 32.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
EDITING (cont.)
32
REW/FF CANCEL
PREPARE CAMCORDER
Insert a recorded tape and set the power switch to
PLAY.
IN/OUT
2
3
R.A. EDIT
PREPARE VCR
PLAY/PAUSE
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).
STOP
SELECT SCENES
ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER
DISPLAY
Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the
counter display appears in the viewfinder and the
screen of the connected TV.
1
2
3
To AUDIO and
VIDEO out
connector
To EDIT
REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE
Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene
you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.
The data appears under IN on the display.
Editing cable
(provided)
A/V cable
(provided)
REGISTER END OF SCENE
To AUDIO and
VIDEO IN
connectors
Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and
press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under
OUT on the display. The total time of the registered
scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
A
B
C
If your TV/VCR has
the SCART
connector, use the
provided cable
adapter.
To Remote
PAUSE
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene
To Pause-In
4
5
(as many as 8).
MAKE CORRECTIONS
VCR (Recording deck)
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the
most recently registered point.
ON/OFF
NOTES:
VCR REC STBY
CANCEL
IN/OUT
● The RM-V704U can be used to operate other camcorder
functions as well. Point the RM-V704U at the camcorder’s
remote sensor and press any of the following buttons (function
appears in parentheses):
RM-V704U
— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)
— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)
— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
● There must be at least one second between an in-point and its
corresponding out-point.
● The camcorder prerolls during R.A. Edit, so there must be at
least 15 seconds of recording material prior to any in-point.
● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or out-
points.
● If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point, the
VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn’t
take place.
IN
ᮣ 1 0:00:25
ᮣ 2
OUT
IN
ᮣ 1 0:00:25
ᮣ 2 0:03:18
ᮣ 3 0:02:33
ᮣ 4 0:04:11
ᮣ 5
OUT
0:01:05
0:03:31
0:02:53
ᮣ 3
ᮣ 4
ᮣ 5
ᮣ 6
ᮣ 6
ᮣ 7
ᮣ 7
ᮣ 8
COUNTER
TOTAL
ᮣ 8
COUNTER
TOTAL
0:00:25
0:00:00
0:04:11
0:01:13
● Pressing R.A. EDIT clears all in- and out-points from memory.
● Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to ensure
the scene is recorded in its entirety.
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AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)
ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE
MODE
1
IN
3
2
IN
OUT
IN OUT
OUT
Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared
sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
1
2
3
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING
Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously
selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the
specified order.
EDITED TAPE (VCR)
EDIT
STOP
END AUTOMATIC EDITING
When all selected scenes have been copied, the
camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.
Press STOP on both units.
NOTES:
● If you performed step 1C on page 31, keep the remote
control pointed at the VCR during editing.
● The on-screen display only appears while the
camcorder searches for each scene.
● To dub a copy of the camcorder’s (source) tape,
perform R.A. EDIT by specifying only one in-point
(and no out-point). The contents of the tape from the
specified in-point to the end of the tape are
automatically copied.
● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited
tape with certain VCRs.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL
Using the RM-V704U remote control, it is also possible to
perform deck-to-deck Random Assemble Editing. The
AV OUT
playback deck must be an R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The
Player (JVC VCR)
recording deck can be...
Ⅲ a VCR other than JVC, or
Ⅲ a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R.A. EDIT
connector
To
Editing cable
(3.5 ø -3.5 ø,
provided)
R.A. EDIT
How to use:
AV IN
— Connect the playback deck and RM-V704U as shown on the
left.
Recording deck
— Set the RM-V704U to correspond to the brand of the recording
deck. (੬ P. 31)
— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to the
instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the
playback deck.
To
PAUSE IN
Notes:
Ⅲ RM-V704U cannot be used to control the playback deck.
Ⅲ RM-V704U is capable of controling basic operations of the
recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY, STOP,
PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not possible with some
brands and models). Other buttons cannot be used.
RM-V704U
(provided with
GR-AX460,
optional for
GR-AX360/AX260)
Ⅲ To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the
controls on the recording deck itself.
EDITING (cont.)
34
Insert Editing
COUNTER R/M
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded
tape, replacing a section of the original recording with
minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The
original audio remains unchanged.
NOTE:
You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to perform
the following procedure.
SELECT MODE
Set the power switch to PLAY.
1
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT
Locate the point and press PAUSE on the camcorder
2
3
or the remote control.
RESET COUNTER
Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than 2
seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for less
than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in the
viewfinder.
POWER
M-0:12:34
Tape Counter
FIND EDIT-IN POINT
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the
scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the
recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the
point where the new scene should start.
Insert editing
indicator
4
Viewfinder
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE
Press and hold INSERT, and press PAUSE. The Insert
mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is
aimed at appears on the screen.
5
6
BEGIN INSERT EDITING
Press Recording Start/Stop. When the counter
reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and
the camcorder enters the playback mode.
NOTES:
● Insert Editing may not work correctly if a blank
segment exists in the recorded tape.
● The tape may stop slightly before or after the
designated end point, and noise bars may appear.
Neither indicates a defect in the unit.
REW
PAUSE
● To edit onto a tape with the recording safety tab
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing
mode. When the sound is to be recorded, press
A. DUB and PAUSE simultaneously after Step 5. When
INSERT and PAUSE are pressed simultaneously again,
the unit re-enters the Video-signal-only
Recording mode.
A. DUB
INSERT
PLAY
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
● If the camcorder’s mike is too close to the TV, or if the
TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may
occur.
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Audio Dubbing
Audio dubbing indicator
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape
(normal audio only).
Viewfinder
** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure
(੬ pg. 34) before continuing.
FIND EDIT-IN POINT
Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the
1
scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press
PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE
at exactly the point where dubbing should start.
Mic
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY
MODE
Press and hold A. DUB, and press PAUSE.
2
3
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING
Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the
camcorder enters the playback mode.
NOTES:
● Audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape
contains blank segments.
● If the camcorder’s mike is too close to the TV, or if the
TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may
occur.
REW
A. DUB
PAUSE
PLAY
RM-V704U
(provided with GR-AX460,
optional for GR-AX360/AX260)
INDEX Controls
36
@ # $ % ^&
Controls
1 PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. ੬ pg. 14
2 F1 [Function 1] Button ........................੬ pg. 16
3 PUSH Button......................................... ੬ pg. 7
4 Function SEL. Button ........................... ੬ pg. 16
5 F2 [Function 2] Button ........................੬ pg. 16
6 EJECT Switch ......................................... ੬ pg. 7
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7 AUTO PAUSE ON/OFF Switch
(GR-AX460 only) .................................੬ pg. 12
8 LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF Switch
(GR-AX460 only) .................................੬ pg. 13
P
a
9 Diopter Adjustment ............................... ੬ pg. 7
0 Power Zoom Switch ............................ ੬ pg. 11
! BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ............ ੬ pg. 4
@ MWB [Manual White Balance]
Button ................................................. ੬ pg. 15
# Tape Length [TAPE30•45]
Select Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 7
COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]
Button ................................................. ੬ pg. 29
!
u
i o p e r W
s
$ EDIT Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 30
% DATE/TIME +/– Buttons ......................... ੬ pg. 6
CHAR. [Character] SET +/– Buttons ..... ੬ pg. 22
TRACKING +/– Buttons ....................... ੬ pg. 29
^ DATE/TIME SET Button ..........................੬ pg. 6
CHAR. SET Button............................... ੬ pg. 22
R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button .................... ੬ pg. 32
R T 1 2
3
6
& R.A.EDIT Button .................................. ੬ pg. 32
* REW Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 28
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... ੬ pg. 11
( FF Button ............................................੬ pg. 28
RETAKE F Button ................................. ੬ pg. 11
7
8
) R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ................... ੬ pg. 32
q STOP Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 28
w PLAY/PAUSE Button ............................ ੬ pg. 28
e POWER Switch .....................................੬ pg. 6
r Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 8
t
Y
Q
4 5
E
Connectors
Other Parts
R Video light (GR-AX460 only) ............... ੬ pg. 13
T Microphone
t REMOTE Jack (For connection of the RM-V20U
wired remote control unit (optional).)
y Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................... ੬ pg. 8
u EDIT Jack ............................................੬ pg. 30
i VIDEO Out Jack .................................. ੬ pg. 27
o RF DC OUT Jack .................................੬ pg. 27
p AUDIO Out Jack .................................੬ pg. 27
Y Remote Sensor ...................................... ੬ pg. 9
(Be careful not to cover this area; built-in here is
the sensor necessary for shooting.)
U Clock Battery Compartment .................. ੬ pg. 6
I Battery Pack Mount ...............................੬ pg. 4
O Electronic Viewfinder ............................ ੬ pg. 7
P LENS COVER Switch ........................... ੬ pg. 10
a Grip Strap ............................................. ੬ pg. 8
s Tripod Mounting Socket ........................੬ pg. 8
Indicators
Q Tally Lamp .......................................... ੬ pg. 10
W Power On Indicator............................. ੬ pg. 10
E LCD window (GR-AX460 only)
INDEX Viewfinder
37
6 7 8 9
0
T 45
45MIN
T
F2
REC
CINEMA
F1
FADER
PAUSE
SPORTS
LENS COVER
!
@
#
$
%
^
&
1
s
2
3
4
MWB
W
INDEX
FADER
1 4S
5MIN
5
MERRY CHR ISTMAS
10 : 55
25. 12. 96
* (
)
q
Viewfinder Indications
1, 2 PROGRAM AE Indicator ................ ੬ pg. 14
Displayed at 2 for approx. 3 seconds when the
PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one
position to another. Then only the indicator
remains at 1.
3 Focus Indicator ...................................੬ pg. 18
4 White Balance Mode Indicator............ ੬ pg. 15
5 Zoom Level Indicator .......................... ੬ pg. 11
Exposure Indicator Bar ........................੬ pg. 20
! Recording Indicator ............................. ੬ pg. 10
@ Record–Standby Indicator ................... ੬ pg. 10
# Lens Cover Warning ............................ ੬ pg. 10
$ Index Code Marking............................ ੬ pg. 12
% Fade–Standby Indicator ....................... ੬ pg. 16
^ Clock Battery Warning
Appears when the clock (lithium) battery is not
in place or exhausted.
For inserting or replacing
the clock battery ................................... ੬ pg. 6
6 Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator
Changes as follows according to the battery
pack’s remaining power level:
& Insert Editing Indicator ........................ ੬ pg. 34
Audio Dubbing Indicator .................... ੬ pg. 35
“
”. When the power is
* Condensation Warning
almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unit
shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully
charged one ..........................................੬ pg. 4
When this indicator appears, all functions are
disabled. Turn the unit off for a few hours, and
when you turn it on again the indicator should
disappear.
7 Cassette Warning .................................. ੬ pg. 7
Blinks when no cassette or a cassette with the
Erase Protection tab removed is loaded.
( Instant Title ......................................... ੬ pg. 23
) Date/Time/Character ........................... ੬ pg. 21
8 Intelligent Function Control
q Interval
Indicator ............................................. ੬ pg. 16
Time/Recording Time Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 24
9 Remaining Tape Time ..........................੬ pg. 10
0 Tape Length Indicator ............................ ੬ pg. 7
CAUTIONS
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.... charge in an environment where
DANGER:
temperatures are within the tolerances shown
in the chart below. This is a chemical
reaction type battery—cooler temperatures
impede chemical reaction, while warmer
temperatures can prevent complete charging.
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current
even when switched off.
•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not
touch it either while in operation or soon after
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it
remains extremely hot.
•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm
between the video light and people or object.
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
•Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the
video light unit.
3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .
.... replace the battery pack when it begins to
deliver less recording time per charge.
General Battery Precautions
•When the RM-V20U (remote control), C-P6U or
C-P7U (cassette adapter) are not functioning even
when correctly operated, the batteries are
exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones.
•Use only the following batteries:
NOTE:
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Ranges
RM-V20U ................................. R03 (AAA) size
C-P6U or C-P7U ....................... R6 (AA) size
Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C
Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C
Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.
NOTES:
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
1. Refer to the RM-V20U and C-P6U/C-P7U
instructions when replacing batteries.
2. Do not use old and new batteries together.
3. Do not use two different kinds of batteries.
Although sizes may be the same, voltages may
differ.
4. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they
can leak or explode.
5. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
6. Remove batteries from the unit if it is to be stored
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage
which can cause malfunctions.
20°C.
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C
mark.
.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded
tapes automatically erases the previously
recorded video and audio signals.
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
.... do not load and unload the cassette
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run
at all. This slackens the tape and can result in
damage.
Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is a
nickel-cadmium battery. Before using
the supplied battery pack or an optional
battery pack, be sure to read the
following cautions:
.... do not open the front tape cover. This
exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.
1. To avoid hazard . . .
Terminals
.... do not burn.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.
.... do not modify or disassemble.
.... use only specified chargers.
2. Store cassettes . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... out of direct sunlight.
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).
.... vertically, in their original cases.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service
life . . .
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
.... avoid repeated charging without fully
discharging.
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About moisture condensation . . .
Main Unit
•You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into
a glass will cause drops of water to form on the
glass‘ outer surface. This same phenomenon
occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it
is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after
heating a cold room, under extremely humid
conditions or in a place directly subjected to the
cool air from an air conditioner.
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.
.... disassemble or modify the unit.
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
power supply while the power is on.
.... leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
•Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal
damage to the camcorder itself.
Serious malfunctioning
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
cooking stove.
.... in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
For Your Maintenance
.... near a television set.
1. After Use
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
1 Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn
off the camcorder.
2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then
remove the cassette.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
.... in places of over 50°C.
.... in places where humidity is extremely low
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
.... in direct sunlight.
.... in a closed car in summer.
.... near a heater.
PUSH.
4 Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery
pack.
5 Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to
close the lens cover.
2. Cleaning The Camcorder
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
.... allow it to become wet.
.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.
.... carry it by holding the viewfinder.
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
2 CLEAN LENS
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently
with lens cleaning paper.
3 REMOVE EYEPIECE
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull
it out.
4 CLEAN VIEWFINDER
Remove dust using a blower brush.
5 RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE
Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and
turn it clockwise.
5. This camcorder features a built-in head
cleaner which automatically cleans the
heads and head drum when a cassette is
loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads
become dirty and cause blurriness or
interruption in the playback picture,
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as
benzine or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
TROUBLESHOOTING
40
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
POWER
No power is supplied.
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly
(੬ pg. 4).
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 4).
● The power supply has not been correctly connected
(੬ pg. 5).
RECORDING
Recording cannot be performed.
● The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing. Cover
the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have sliding tabs.
In this case, check the position of the tab.)
Recording does not start.
● The camcorder power switch has not been set to CAMERA
(੬ pg. 10).
PLAYBACK
The tape is running, but there’s no
playback picture.
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.
● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV switch has
not been set to VIDEO.
● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.
Noise bars appear in the playback
picture.
● Manual Tracking has not been performed (੬ pg. 29).
Playback picture is blurred or
interrupted.
● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.
The counter indication is blurred
during Still playback.
● This is normal.
TAPE TRANSPORT
The tape stops during fast-forward or
rewind.
● The Counter Memory Function has been activated
(੬ pg. 29).
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot
be performed.
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.
OTHER
The tape won’t eject.
● The battery pack is running low.
Some functions are not available.
● The PROGRAM AE dial is set to LOCK (੬ pg. 14).
Vertical white lines appear when
shooting a very bright object.
● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the
background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the
camcorder.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear
in the viewfinder.
● Sunlight is directly entering the lens.
An error number (E01, etc.) appears
in the viewfinder.
● Consult your nearest JVC dealer.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a
radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply
unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and
proceed as usual from the beginning.
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
41
VIDEO
Output
Format
Power source
Power consumption
: VHS PAL standard
: DC 6 V
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced (via VIDEO
out connector)
GR-AX460 light on : 8.7 W
GR-AX460 light off : 5.7 W
GR-AX360
GR-AX260
AUDIO
Output
: 5.9 W
: 5.7 W
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm
(via AUDIO out
connector)
Signal system
: PAL-type
Video recording system
Luminance
AAC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER
(AA-V11EG) SPECIFICATIONS
: FM recording
: Converted sub-carrier
direct recording
Conforms to VHS
standard
Colour
Power requirement
: AC 110 to 240 V`,
50/60 Hz
Power consumption
Output
: 23 W
Cassette
Tape speed
Recording time
Max.
:
cassette
: DC 8.5 V
(CHARGE),
DC 6.3 V
(VTR)
, 1.3 A
, 1.8 A
: 23.39 mm/sec
: 45 minutes
(with EC-45 cassette)
Charging system
: Constant current, peak
detection, timer
controlled
Operating
temperature
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
: 0°C to +40°C
: 35% to 80%
: –20°C to +50°C
Dimensions
Weight
: 150 (W) x 42 (H) x
68 (D) mm
: Approx. 350 g
Weight
GR-AX460
GR-AX360
GR-AX260
: Approx. 780 g
: Approx. 750 g
: Approx. 760 g
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
Dimensions
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x
GR-AX460/AX260 : 109 (W) x 113 (H) x
226 (D) mm
104 (D) mm
Weight
Accessory
: Approx. 240 g
: “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1
GR-AX360
: 109 (W) x 113 (H) x
206 (D) mm
Provided Accessories ...................... ੬ pg. 3
CAMERA
Pick up
Minimum required
illumination
Illumination range
Lens
: 1/4" format CCD
Optional Accessories
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E
•Battery Charger BH-VC10EG
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7E
: 2 lx (F1.2)
: 2 to 100,000 lx
: F1.2, f = 4.1 to 57.4 mm,
14:1 power zoom lens
with auto iris and macro
control, filter diameter
46 mm
•RF Unit RF-V5E
•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V704U
•Wired Remote Control Unit RM-V20U
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-45/30
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
Viewfinder
: Electronic viewfinder
with
•0.55" colour LCD
(GR-AX360)
* Some acccessories are not available in some
areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for
details on accessories and their availability.
•0.5" black/white CRT
(GR-AX460/AX260)
White balance
adjustment
: Auto/Manual adjustment
E.&O.E.Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
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