JVC GR AX537 User Manual
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
VIDEOCAMARA VHS COMPACTO  
CÂMERA VHS COMPACTA  
GR-AX837/GR-AX537  
GR-AX437/GR-AX237  
Compact VHS  
(GR-AX837/AX537 shown.)  
INSTRUCTIONS  
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES  
INSTRUÇÕES  
LYT0002-079A  
EN  
3
IMPORTANT PRODUCT  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
ANTENNA INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But  
improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire  
hazards. This product has been engineered and  
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected  
to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system  
is grounded so as to provide some protection  
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.  
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/  
NFPA 70, provides information with regard to  
proper grounding of the mast and supporting  
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an  
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-  
tors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection  
to grounding electrodes, and  
manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to  
defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic  
rules for its installation, use and servicing.  
ATTENTION:  
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on  
your product and its operating instructions. For your safety,  
please read all the safety and operating instructions before  
you operate this product and keep this manual for future  
reference.  
requirements for the grounding electrode.  
2. Lightning  
For added protection for this product during a  
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and  
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the  
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable  
system. This will prevent damage to the product  
due to lightning and power-line surges.  
INSTALLATION  
1. Power Sources  
Operate your product only from the type of power  
source indicated on the marking label. If you are  
not sure of the type of power supply to your home,  
consult your product dealer or local power  
company. If your product is intended to operate  
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the  
operating instructions.  
3. Power Lines  
An outside antenna system should not be located in  
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other  
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall  
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an  
outside antenna system, extreme care should be  
taken to keep from touching such power lines or  
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
2. Overloading  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or  
integral convenience receptacles as this can result  
in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
3. Power Cord Protection  
Power supply cords should be routed so that they  
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items  
placed upon or against them, paying particular  
attention to cords at plugs, convenience recepta-  
cles, and the point where they exit from the  
product.  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND CLAMP  
4. Ventilation  
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the  
product and to protect it from overheating, these  
openings must not be blocked or covered.  
•Do not block the openings by placing the product  
on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.  
•Do not place the product in a built-in installation  
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper  
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s  
instructions have been adhered to.  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION  
810-20)  
ELECTRIC SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING  
CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250. PART H)  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting  
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling  
only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
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EN  
USE  
SERVICING  
1. Servicing  
1. Accessories  
To avoid personal injury:  
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a  
marked change in performance and you are unable to  
restore normal operation by following the detailed  
procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to  
service it yourself as opening or removing covers may  
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all  
servicing to qualified service personnel.  
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury  
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.  
• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table  
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the  
product.  
• Use a mounting accessory recommended by the  
manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions  
for any mounting of the product.  
2. Damage Requiring Service  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing  
to qualified service personnel under the following  
conditions:  
• Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across  
thresholds or deep-pile carpets.  
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the  
product.  
2. Product and Cart Combination  
A product and cart combination should be moved with  
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces  
may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.  
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the product does not operate normally by following  
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that  
are covered by the operating instructions as an improper  
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and  
will often require extensive work by a qualified  
technician to restore the product to its normal operation.  
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in  
performance—this indicates a need for service.  
3. Water and Moisture  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
(Symbol provided by RETAC)  
Do not use this product near  
water—for example, near a bath  
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or  
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or  
near a swimming pool and the  
like.  
3. Replacement Parts  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service  
technician has used replacement parts specified by the  
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the  
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,  
electric shock or other hazards.  
4. Object and Liquid Entry  
Never push objects of any kind into this product through  
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or  
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.  
4. Safety Check  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,  
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to  
determine that the product is in safe operating condition.  
5. Attachments  
Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.  
6. Cleaning  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.  
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp  
cloth for cleaning.  
7. Heat  
The product should be situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE  
EN  
5
SUPPLY POWER  
INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE  
Hook on.  
EJECT  
1
1
Push in.  
2
2
3
Insert.  
PUSH  
BATT. RELEASE  
Using the battery pack  
1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the  
camcorder. (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 8)  
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into  
place.  
1 Slide EJECT.  
2 Insert a video cassette.  
3 Press PUSH.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 12)  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
PLAYBACK  
SHOOTING  
STOP  
REW  
2
1
LENS COVER  
open/close knob  
3
2
PLAY/PAUSE  
Set to “CAMERA”  
Recording Start/Stop button  
3
1
Set to “PLAY”  
1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to  
open the lens cover.  
2 Set the power switch to “CAMERA”.  
— The power indicator will light and an  
image will appear in the viewfinder.  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop button.  
— Recording starts.  
1 Set the power switch to “PLAY”.  
2 Press REW.  
— The tape will automatically stop at the  
beginning of the tape.  
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.  
— Playback starts and the playback picture  
appears in the viewfinder.  
•To stop playback, press STOP.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 32.)  
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily  
press the Recording Start/Stop button once  
again.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 14)  
Ⅲ Or simply play back the tape on a VHS  
VCR using the Cassette Adapter  
(VHS Playpak). ੬ pg. 30  
MAJOR FEATURES  
6
EN  
REMEMBER  
Program Manager  
(੬ pg. 18 – 29)  
Program AE with Special Effects, Exposure  
Control, Focus, Fader, Wide, Instant Title,  
Date/Time Character Insert, White  
The Logical Choice  
Balance Adjustment, Menu Adjustment  
Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom  
The only compact video  
cassettes that can be  
(੬ pg. 15)  
used with your VHS VCR*  
Zoom-in  
Program AE with Special  
Effects (੬ pg. 18)  
Zoom-out  
Ⅲ Auto Mode Lock Ⅲ Auto Mode Release  
Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter Ⅲ ND Effect  
Ⅲ Sepia Ⅲ Twilight Ⅲ Sports  
Ⅲ 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Random Assemble Editing  
(੬ pg. 35 – 37)  
2
8
5
4
1
6
3
7
Integrated Auto Light  
(GR-AX837/AX537 only)  
(੬ pg. 17)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
•AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V11EG  
•Cassette Adapter  
(VHS PlayPak)  
C-P7U  
•Battery Pack  
BN-V11U  
•Remote Control  
Unit RM-V705U  
(GR-AX837 only)  
•Lithium Battery CR2025  
•x2 for GR-AX837 (clock operation and remote  
control unit)  
•x1 for GR-AX537/AX437/AX237 (clock operation)  
•Shoulder Strap  
•DC Cord  
Cassettes marked  
can be used with this camcorder.  
CONTENTS  
EN  
7
8
GETTING STARTED  
Power ...............................................................................................8  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal................................................. 10  
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................................................................ 10  
Date/Time Setting ............................................................................. 11  
Tape Length Setting ............................................................................ 12  
Recording Mode Setting ....................................................................... 12  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................... 12  
Grip Adjustment ................................................................................ 13  
Shoulder Strap Attachment.................................................................... 13  
Tripod Mounting ................................................................................ 13  
RECORDING  
14  
Basic Recording ................................................................................. 14  
Basic Features................................................................................... 15  
Advanced Features ............................................................................. 18  
PLAYBACK  
30  
Using The Cassette Adapter................................................................... 30  
Basic Connections............................................................................... 31  
Basic Playback .................................................................................. 32  
Features ......................................................................................... 33  
EDITING  
34  
Tape Dubbing.................................................................................... 34  
Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit)......................................................... 35  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX837 only)  
38  
Insert Editing .................................................................................... 40  
Audio Dubbing .................................................................................. 41  
USER MAINTENANCE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
INDEX  
42  
43  
45  
Viewfinder ...................................................................................... 45  
Controls.......................................................................................... 46  
Connectors....................................................................................... 47  
Indicators ........................................................................................ 47  
Other Parts...................................................................................... 47  
Terms ............................................................................................. 48  
CAUTIONS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
49  
51  
51  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
GETTING STARTED  
8
EN  
Power  
CHG. (charge) indicator  
Marks  
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you  
choose the most appropriate source of power.  
POWER  
indicator  
To AC outlet  
NOTES:  
● No function is available without power supply.  
● Use only specified power supply.  
● Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.  
END  
indicator  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
SUPPLY POWER  
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall  
1
2
outlet. The power indicator lights.  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the  
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.  
The CHG. indicator lights.  
REFRESH switch  
Charge marker  
REFRESH indicator  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
** CHARGE MARKER  
When charging is completed, the END indicator  
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction  
of the arrow.  
A charge marker is provided on  
the battery pack to help you  
remember whether it has been  
charged or not. Two colors are  
provided (red and black)—you  
choose which one means  
charged and which means  
discharged.  
3
BATT. PACK  
CHARGE  
DISCHARGE  
BN-V11U  
BN-V12U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.  
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
Hook on.  
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the  
1
2
battery pack in until it locks in place.  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.  
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME  
BATT. PACK GR-AX837/AX537/AX437  
Push in.  
GR-AX237  
1 hr. 10 min.  
1 hr. 10 min.  
2 hrs. 25 min.  
3 hrs. 10 min.  
BATT. RELEASE  
BN-V11U  
BN-V12U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
1 hr. 10 min. (40 min.)  
1 hr. 10 min. (40 min.)  
2 hrs. 20 min. (1hr. 25 min.)  
3 hrs. 5 min. (1hr. 55 min.)  
( ): when the video light is on (GR-AX837/AX537 only).  
**REFRESH  
ATTENTION:  
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows  
you to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging.  
Before detaching the power source,  
make sure that the camcorder’s power  
is turned off. Failure to do so can result  
in a camcorder malfunction.  
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.  
EN  
9
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 8 are for fully discharged battey 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 part way 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  
illustration to the left).  
To AC outlet  
DC OUT  
terminal  
To DC  
in jack  
NOTES:  
● When using the car battery, leave the engine  
idling.  
AC Power  
Adapter/Charger  
AA-V11EG (provided)  
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can  
also be used to charge the battery pack.  
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger or  
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective  
instruction booklet.  
DC cord  
To car’s  
cigarette  
lighter  
USING AC POWER  
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in  
the illustration to the left).  
socket  
Car Battery Cord  
AP-V7U (optional)  
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-V3U (optional)  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
10  
EN  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal  
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to  
perform date/time settings.  
A
SWITCH OFF POWER  
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power  
1
2
3
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  
A
battery and the compartment ( ) and pull the  
battery out.  
INSERT BATTERY  
Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert a CR2025  
lithium battery and push it in.  
4
5
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.  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
POSITION VIEWFINDER  
3
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability  
1
2
3
(see illustration at left).  
SELECT MODE  
1
Set the power switch to CAMERA.  
2
ADJUST DIOPTER  
Turn the diopter adjustment control until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.  
EN  
11  
Date/Time Setting  
SELECT MODE  
MENU  
First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the  
PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except  
AUTO LOCK.  
1
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press MENU.  
2
3
SELECT FUNCTION  
Press – to move the highlight bar down to “DATE/  
TIME”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time  
screen appears.  
+
–
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
SET DATE/TIME  
Press FAR or NEAR until the item you want to set  
begins blinking, then press + or – to until the correct  
setting appears.  
4
NEAR  
•If you decide you want to return the date and time  
to the previous settings, press FAR or NEAR to  
move the highlight bar to “CANCEL”, then press  
MENU.  
FAR  
•If you’re satisfied with the settings, go on to step 5.  
GAIN UP  
TELE MACRO  
S.LX  
OFF  
INTERVAL TIMER OFF  
START CLOCK OPERATION  
REC TIME  
OFF  
07  
Menu Screen  
Once you’ve set the month, day, year and time,  
press FAR or NEAR until “SET” begins to blink, then  
press MENU. The Menu screen reappears.  
JLIP ID NO.  
SET CHARACTER  
DATE/TIME  
5
6
END :MENU KEY  
CLOSE MENU  
Press MENU.  
NOTES:  
JAN 1.00 AM 12:00  
Set Time and  
Date Screen  
● To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a  
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 24).  
● If, in step 4, you input an invalid date (FEB 30, JUN 31,  
etc.) and perform step 5, “INPUT ERROR” appears  
blinking at the bottom of the screen. Press +, –, FAR or  
NEAR to input the correct number.  
SET  
CANCEL  
Date  
Month/Day/Year  
Time  
12-hour indication with  
AM or PM  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
12  
EN  
Tape Length Setting  
SP-EP recording mode button  
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape  
used.  
T20•30•40 tape  
length select button  
SET TAPE LENGTH  
Press T20•30•40 until the required indication  
1
appears in the veiwfinder. T20 = 20 minutes of  
recording time, T30 = 30 minutes, and T40 = 40  
minutes (in SP).  
NOTE:  
The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 14) displayed in the  
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has  
been selected.  
Recording Mode Setting  
Set depending on your preference.  
SET RECORDING MODE  
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.  
Tape length indicator  
Press SP-EP button. “SP” (Standard Play) provides  
1
higher picture and sound quality and is better for  
dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more  
economical, recording at 1/3 the speed of SP.  
T30  
T20  
T30  
T40  
NOTE:  
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the  
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
Recording mode indicator  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
SP  
SP  
EP  
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER  
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force  
1
2
3
to open.  
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE  
Make sure the 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.  
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position  
that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some  
cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been  
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
● The cassette holder can’t be opened while the  
camcorder is in the record mode.  
Turn to take  
up slack.  
Erase Protection  
Gear  
EN  
13  
Grip Adjustment  
EXPAND LOOP  
Separate the Velcro strip.  
1
INSERT HAND  
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
2
3
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH  
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate  
the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom  
lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording Start/Stop button  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
ATTACH STRAP  
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap  
1
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.  
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
RECORDING Basic Recording  
14  
EN  
NOTE:  
Tape remaining time indicator  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
● Power (੬ pg. 8)  
25MIN  
*---MIN  
(Now calculating)  
● Tape Length setting (੬ pg. 12)  
● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)  
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 13)  
120MIN  
119MIN  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
3MIN  
Power indicator  
1
2
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
2MIN (Blinking)  
1MIN (Blinking)  
0MIN (Blinking)  
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE  
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open  
the lens cover, then set the power switch to  
“CAMERA”.  
•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.  
LENS COVER  
switch  
START SHOOTING  
Press the RECORDING START/STOP button.  
3
4
POWER  
Start/Stop button  
•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,  
and “REC ” appears in the viewfinder.  
STOP RECORDING  
Press the RECORDING START/STOP button again to  
stop recording.  
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby  
mode.  
Tally lamp  
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.  
● The indicated remaining time is approximate.  
● The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary  
according to the type of tape used.  
● The tape remaining time displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been  
selected (੬ pg. 12).  
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches 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 without performing Zoom or any other operations,  
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 the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5  
minutes, recording may not start immediately.  
● If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function (੬ pg. 16) to find the end of  
the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.  
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover  
is closed.  
RECORDING Basic Features  
EN  
15  
Power zoom switch  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Zooming  
Varies the focal length of the lens  
and produces the zoom in/out effect.  
OPERATION:  
Zoom In  
1) Push the power zoom switch  
down toward “T”.  
Zoom Out  
1) Push the switch up toward “W”.  
● The further the power zoom switch  
is pushed, the faster the zoom  
speed becomes.  
NOTES:  
● Focusing may become unstable  
during zooming. In this case, set  
the zoom while in Record–  
Standby, set manual focus or Focus  
Lock (੬ pgs. 20, 21), then zoom  
in or out in Record mode.  
Zoom-in  
Zoom-out  
Zoom indicator  
RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)  
16  
EN  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Quick Review  
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.  
RETAKE (R/F)  
NOTE:  
Distortion may occur at start of  
playback. This is normal.  
FEATURE:  
Retake  
PURPOSE:  
OPERATION:  
To re-record certain segments.  
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” fast-forwards the tape  
and pressing “R” reverses it.  
3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start  
recording.  
NOTE:  
Noise may appear during Retake.  
This is normal.  
EN  
17  
Video Light (GR-AX837/AX537 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.  
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  
(੬ pg. 25) to indoor mode ( ) when you use the  
video light.  
LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF  
•When not using the video light, turn it off to save  
battery power.  
NOTES:  
● 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.  
● When the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF switch is set to  
“AUTO”:  
•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light  
may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually  
switch the light on or off using the LIGHT ON/  
AUTO/OFF switch.  
•While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode  
(੬ pg. 19) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.  
•While the Twilight mode (੬ pg. 19) is engaged, the  
light will not activate.  
DANGER  
•The video light become 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.  
(1 ft.) between the video light and people or  
objects.  
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
•It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
RECORDING Advanced Features  
18  
EN  
Program AE With Special Effects  
1 second later, the mode is activated.  
All you have to do to access any of the variety of  
shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select  
dial.  
After 1 sec.  
SEPIA  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the  
symbol of the function you want is aligned  
with the mark.  
Viewfinder  
1
•The selected mode’s name and its indication  
are displayed in the viewfinder for approx.  
1 second. Then the name disappears, and  
only the indication remains. The mode is  
activated.  
•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode  
Release mode is selected, only the mode’s  
name is displayed. Then the name disappears  
and the mode is activated.  
NOTES:  
● Only one effect can be engaged at a time.  
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the  
fader (੬ pg. 22) 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 color may be adversely affected if subject  
is lit by alternating discharge-type light sources  
such as flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.  
Mark  
C
U
+
FAR NEAR  
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
–
DIAL  
SYMBOL  
VIEWFINDER  
INDICATION  
DIAL  
SYMBOL  
VIEWFINDER  
INDICATION  
MODE  
MODE  
LOCK  
AUTO LOCK  
Auto Mode Lock  
FG  
FG:FOG  
Electronic Fog Filter  
Auto Mode Lock  
Electronic Fog Filter  
Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing  
incorrect operation due to accidental button  
pressing during shooting.  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an  
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the  
image and gives it a “fancy“ look.  
•In this mode the following controls are disabled;  
FADE, WIDE, TITLE, DISPLAY, M.W.B (Manual  
White Balance), Manual Focus, Focus Lock,  
Exposure Control and MENU  
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.  
Auto Mode  
Release  
RELEASE  
AUTO RELEASE  
Auto Mode Release  
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto  
Mode Lock.  
EN  
19  
DIAL  
SYMBOL  
VIEWFINDER  
INDICATION  
DIAL  
SYMBOL  
VIEWFINDER  
INDICATION  
MODE  
MODE  
SEPIA  
Sepia  
SPORTS  
Sports  
Sepia  
Sports  
The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted  
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of  
an older movie. Use together with Wide (੬ pg. 22)  
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood  
movie.  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
1/1000 sec.  
1/1000  
S 1/1000  
S 1/2000  
1
2
High Speed Shutter  
1/2000 sec.  
TWILIGHT Twilight  
1/2000  
High Speed Shutter  
High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
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 “ ” (outdoor mode), but  
can also be manually changed to another mode  
(੬ pg. 25).  
•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 (੬ pg. 21).  
Exposure Control  
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the  
best available picture quality, but you can override  
and make the adjustment manually.  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any  
1
2
position except AUTO LOCK.  
BRIGHTEN IMAGE  
Press + (maximum +06). The Exposure level  
+
indicator appears in the viewfinder.  
OR . . .  
+
02  
DARKEN IMAGE  
Press – (maximum –06). The Exposure level  
indicator appears in the viewfinder.  
When you want to return to the factory  
setting . . .  
Exposure Level Indicator  
–
RESTORE INITIAL SETTING  
Press + and – simultaneously. The standard  
setting is immediately restored and the  
Exposure level indicator disappears.  
To brighten the image  
3
–
06  
+
06  
To darken the image  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
20  
EN  
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-color wall,  
or a clear, blue sky.*  
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*  
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical  
patterns that are regularly repeated.  
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light  
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.  
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast  
background.  
* 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:  
FAR  
NEAR  
•When things pass between your subject and the  
camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your  
subject in before recording.  
•When you want your subject to be focused, and to  
appear in a corner of the screen. First, center 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.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
LOCK FOCUS  
Press FAR or NEAR. The focus lock indication “  
”
appears in the viewfinder.  
RELEASE FOCUS LOCK  
Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. 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. 15). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,  
the camcorder could automatically zoom out  
depending on the distance between the camcorder and  
the subject. *When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 27) is  
activated, the camcorder will not zoom out automati-  
cally.  
EN  
21  
Manual Focus  
Power zoom lever  
NOTE:  
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder  
adjustments (੬ pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so before  
continuing.  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
except AUTO LOCK.  
ADJUST FOCUS  
To farther subject . . .  
Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications  
“
” appear and “ ” blinks.  
Go to step 3.  
FAR  
NEAR  
To nearer subject . . .  
Press and hold NEAR. The Manual Focus indications  
“
” appear and “ ” blinks.  
Go to step 3.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
LOCK FOCUS  
Release FAR or NEAR. The focus  
3
4
indication is replaced by the focus lock indication  
“
” and the adjusted focus is locked in.  
RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE  
Press FAR and NEAR simultaneously. The Manual  
Focus mode is immediately released and the focus  
lock indication disappears.  
NOTES:  
● 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.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
22  
EN  
Fader  
Function indication  
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.  
FADE  
FADE  
Fade-Standby  
indication  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
SELECT button  
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
FADE  
Press SELECT repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE  
Press SET to engage the Fade–Standby mode.  
The Fade-Standby indication “FADE” is displayed.  
START RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and  
activate fade-in.  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
SET button  
OR . . .  
END RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and  
engage fade-out.  
FADE IN  
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. 19).  
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 18)  
engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.  
FADE OUT  
Wide  
This feature allows you to record black bars at the top  
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like  
“wide-screen” effect.  
Wide mode  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
except AUTO LOCK.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
WIDE  
Press SELECT repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
2 ENGAGE WIDE MODE  
PressSET.  
3
RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN  
WIDE  
Press SET again while “  
” appears.  
4
EN  
23  
Instant Titles  
Title indication  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY  
OUR VACATION  
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
A SPECIAL DAY  
TITLE  
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.  
DISPLAY  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
OUR NEW BABY  
WEDDING DAY  
AUTO LOCK.  
No indication  
1
SELECT FUNCTION  
Press SELECT repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
TITLE  
SELECT  
SET  
MENU  
2
3
CONGRATULATIONS  
SELECT PRESET TITLE  
The characters you  
have set using  
Character Generator  
Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press SET to  
cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is  
displayed.  
NOTES:  
● To delete the Instant Title during recording, press SET.  
● To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and then  
press SET to select the desired title.  
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
Character Generator  
You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.  
GAIN UP  
S.LX  
OFF  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except  
TELE MACRO  
1
INTERVAL TIMER OFF  
REC TIME  
OFF  
07  
ACCESS CHARACTER SET MENU  
JLIP ID NO.  
Press + or – to move the highlight bar to “SET CHARACTER”,  
SET CHARACTER  
DATE/TIME  
then press NEAR. The Character Set menu appears.  
2
INPUT CHARACTERS  
END :MENU KEY  
Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to move the pointer to the desired  
character, then press MENU. The selected characters appear  
3
at the bottom of the screen. Repeat as many times as  
desired (max. 18).  
SET : MENU KEY  
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• To select the location of the next character, press +, –,  
FAR or NEAR to highlight the row of squares at the bottom  
of the screen, then press FAR or NEAR to make the  
desired location blink. Press + when you’re done, and the  
pointer returns to the character grid.  
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END CHARACTER SETTING  
MENU twice to return to the normal screen.  
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Press +, –, FAR or NEAR to make “END” blink, then press  
END  
CLEAR  
4
NOTES:  
SET : MENU KEY  
● To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make “CLEAR”  
blink by pressing +, –, FAR or NEAR, then press MENU. All  
characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase selected characters  
only, first move the pointer to the row of squares by pressing +,  
–, FAR or NEAR to highlight them. Press FAR or NEAR to make  
the desired character blink, then press +, FAR or NEAR to move  
the pointer to “ ” in the top left corner. Press MENU.  
● To display the characters you have set — “Instant Title” or  
“Date/Time/Character Insert” (੬ pg. 24).  
A
B
L
C
D
N
E
O
Y
F
P
Z
G
Q
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● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby mode.  
END  
CLEAR  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
24  
EN  
Date/Time Character Insert  
SELECT  
This feature allows you to display date, time and characters  
in your viewfinder and on a connected color monitor,  
record them manually or automatically, and even make  
your own titles.  
NOTE:  
You should already have performed the Date/Time  
Setting procedure (੬ pg. 11). If you haven’t, do so  
before continuing.  
DISPLAY  
SET  
SELECT MODE  
PROGRAM AE  
select dial  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
DISP.  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
SELECT DISPLAY  
DISP.  
Press SELECT repeatedly until “  
” appears.  
CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE  
Auto Date Record mode  
Date-off mode  
Date display  
Press SET while in Record–Standby to cycle through  
the modes as shown in the illustration at left.  
NOTES:  
Character Generator  
Date/Time display  
● The selected display can be recorded.  
● If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off  
mode before shooting.  
Auto Date Record mode  
● If you want to delete the display during shooting, press  
SET.  
● If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the  
Record–Standby mode and then select the desired  
display mode using SET.  
AUTO DATE  
DEC 25.97  
Auto date record  
mode  
Auto date record  
executed  
AUTO DATE RECORD  
Your camcorder automatically records the date for about  
5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following  
situations:  
•After changing the date.  
•After loading a cassette.  
Date display  
Date/Time display  
•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing  
SE T.  
In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with  
“AUTO DATE”.  
DEC 25.97  
DEC 25.97 PM 10:50  
Character Generator  
NOTES:  
● Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages the  
auto date record mode, and disables all other modes.  
● 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.  
SET CHAR  
IN PARIS, FRANCE  
No Characters  
stored  
Example of stored  
characters  
EN  
25  
Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.)  
White balance mode indicator  
This camcorder’s Automatic Color Temperature system  
senses the color temperature of the ambient lighting for  
automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise color  
adjustment is not possible under the following conditions:  
No indication  
(Auto)  
MWB  
M.W.B.  
MWB  
• When an object is in various shades of the same color.  
• When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot  
outdoors.  
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for  
white balance adjustment.  
SELECT  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
except AUTO LOCK.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
M.W.B.  
Press SELECT reapeatedly until “  
” appears.  
SELECT WHITE BALANCE  
Press SET (Manual White Balance) until the  
required indication appears in the viewfinder.  
SET  
PROGRAM AE select dial  
“MWB” ..... With a memorized personal White Balance  
setting (see below)  
“
“
“
” ......... Outdoors on sunny day  
”......... Outdoors on cloudy day  
” .......... Light source is halogen or tungsten lamp  
MWB  
MWB sets the color temperature for the subject’s light source  
so you can shoot with natural colors that are unaffected by  
surroundings, even when there are multiple subjects with  
different color temperatures.  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
except AUTO LOCK.  
ADJUST FOCUS  
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a  
sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually  
(੬ pg. 21).  
ADJUST WHITE BALANCE  
Press SET until “MWB” appears, then press and hold  
SET for more than 3 seconds.  
3
• “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 SET until the indication disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE  
select dial to “AUTO LOCK”.  
● Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned on and off again, or  
when the PROGRAM AE select dial’s position has been changed.  
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a color monitor when adjusting the white balance (“Basic Connections”  
੬ pg. 31).  
● When adjusted by putting colored paper in front of the subject in step 2 (“ADJUST FOCUS”), this unit makes its color  
temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colors. For example, when  
adjusting with red, blue or yellow colors, the image becomes the color which aproximates to green, orange or purple  
respectively.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
26  
EN  
Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment  
MENU  
This camcorder is equipped with Program Manager, an  
easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many  
of the more detailed camcorder settings.  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
3
4
except AUTO LOCK.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Press MENU.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
+
FAR  
Press + or – to place the highlight bar on the desired  
NEAR  
–
function.  
MAKE SETTING  
The setting procedure depends on the function you  
select.  
GAIN UP  
S.LX  
OFF  
If you select GAIN UP, TELE MACRO, INTERVAL  
TIMER, REC TIME or JLIP ID NO. . . .  
.... press FAR or NEAR to cycle through the choices  
until the desired setting appears.  
If you select SET CHARACTER or DATE/TIME . . .  
.... press NEAR to access the selection menu for  
each function (SET CHARACTER – ੬ pg. 23;  
DATE/TIME – ੬ pg. 11).  
TELE MACRO  
INTERVAL TIMER OFF  
REC TIME  
JLIP ID NO.  
OFF  
07  
SET CHARACTER  
DATE/TIME  
END :MENU KEY  
CLOSE MENU  
Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.  
GAIN UP  
NORM  
ON  
5
TELE MACRO  
INTERVAL TIMER 1MIN  
REC TIME  
1/2S  
07  
JLIP ID NO.  
NOTE:  
SET CHARACTER  
DATE/TIME  
The menu is available only in the Record-Standby mode.  
END :MENU KEY  
PAUSE  
If GAIN UP or TELE MACRO in the Menu has  
been changed from the factory settings, this  
mark appears in the viewfinder.  
EN  
27  
MENU  
GAIN UP  
S.LX  
To record a subject in a dark lit environment. When it is more  
convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if  
the picture becomes slightly coarse. Automatically selected  
when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK  
mode. (S.LX : Super LoLux)  
NORM  
To record a subject in a dimly lit environment. When it is  
more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although  
the subject becomes slightly dark. This setting is suitable for  
measuring sensitivity conforming to EIA-639 (EIA* Standard  
for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement)  
*EIA : Electronic Industries Association  
OFF  
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness  
adjustment.  
TELE MACRO  
OFF  
ON  
Usually set to this position.  
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus  
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a  
distance more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus  
at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you  
can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of  
approx. 60 cm.  
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of  
focus.  
OFF  
15 S  
INTERVAL TIMER  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer  
(੬ pg. 28) and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 29).  
30 S  
1 MIN  
5 MIN  
OFF  
1/4 S  
1/2 S  
1 S  
REC TIME  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation  
and Time-Lapse recording (੬ pg. 29).  
JLIP ID NO.  
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such  
as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP).  
The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07.  
SET CHARACTER  
DATE/TIME  
Allows you to input characters. (੬ pg. 23).  
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 11).  
= Factory setting and when the PROGRAM AE Select Dial is set to  
AUTO LOCK  
NOTE:  
During shooting in low light, Auto Focus accuracy may decrease even when Gain Up is used. In this case,  
use Manual Focus (੬ pg. 21).  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
28  
EN  
Self-Timer  
Interval  
Timer Indicator  
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.  
1MIN  
1/2S  
Rec Time Indicator  
NOTE:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode  
before performing the following steps.  
+
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
MENU  
NEAR  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position  
1
2
except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.  
SET INTERVAL TIME  
Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to  
“INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR to  
cycle through the choices. Stop when the desired  
time appears. Choose from “15S”, “30S”, “1MIN”,  
“5MIN”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.  
–
FAR  
CLOSE MENU  
Press MENU.  
3
4
START DELAYED RECORDING  
Tally lamp  
Press RECORDING START/STOP. The tally lamp  
begins blinking, and the blinking frequency  
increases about 5 seconds before recording is to  
start. Once recording begins, the lamp stops  
blinking but stays lit.  
To Release Self-Timer . . .  
GAIN UP  
S.LX  
OFF  
..... while the tally lamp is blinking, press RECORDING  
START/STOP to stop the blinking, then set  
“INTERVAL TIMER” to “OFF”.  
TELE MACRO  
INTERVAL TIMER OFF  
REC TIME  
OFF  
07  
JLIP ID NO.  
SET CHARACTER  
DATE/TIME  
END :MENU KEY  
1S  
1/2S  
1/4S  
OFF  
5MIN  
1MIN  
30S  
15S  
OFF  
EN  
29  
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:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby  
mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before  
performing the following steps.  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby  
mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before  
performing the following steps.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any  
Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any  
1
2
position except AUTO LOCK, then press  
MENU.  
1
2
position except AUTO LOCK, then press  
MENU.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN  
Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to  
“REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle  
through the choices. Stop when the desired  
time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”,  
“1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.  
Then press MENU to close Menu screen.  
RECORDINGS  
Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to  
“INTERVAL TIMER”, then press FAR or NEAR  
to cycle through the choices. Stop when the  
desired time appears. Choose from “15S”,  
“30S”, “1MIN”, “5MIN”, or select to turn the  
function “OFF”.  
START RECORDING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop button after  
focusing on the subject. The recording stops  
automatically after the selected period of time.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
3
Press – or + to move the highlight bar down to  
“REC TIME”, then press FAR or NEAR to cycle  
through the choices. Stop when the desired  
time appears. Choose from “1/4S”, “1/2S”,  
“1S”, or select to turn the function “OFF”.  
Then press MENU to close Menu screen.  
3
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF  
PICTURES  
Repeat step 3 for the desired number of  
pictures.  
4
5
START TIME-LAPSE  
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE  
RECORDING  
Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.  
Press RECORDING START/STOP. Recording  
and intervals alternate automatically.  
4
5
RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE  
To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,  
set “REC TIME” and “INTERVAL TIMER” in the  
Menu screen to “OFF”. To release when the  
tally lamp is blinking, press the Recording  
Start/Stop button to stop the blinking, then set  
“INTERVAL TIMER” and “REC TIME” in the  
Menu screen to “OFF”.  
NOTES:  
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is  
secured when shooting in Animation or  
Time-Lapse mode.  
● Fade-in/out cannot be performed during  
Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.  
● Before performing other operations following  
Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure  
the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.  
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter  
30  
EN  
Cassette Adapter (VHS PlayPak)  
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 “AA(R6)” 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
Sliding latch  
Reels  
illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.  
Compact video cassette  
NOTES:  
● 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  
EN  
31  
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 optional Audio and Video cables.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO connectors  
When  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR  
connecting the  
cables, open  
the jack cover.  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
Audio and Video  
cables (optional)  
1
optional Audio and Video cables between the  
AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder  
and those on the VCR.  
A
B
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
SUPPLY POWER  
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
2
3
SELECT MODE  
VCR  
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV  
to its VIDEO mode.  
Antenna  
Connection To A TV With A/V Input  
Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
To AUDIO,  
VIDEO and RF DC  
OUT connectors  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
1
2
optional Audio and Video cables between the  
AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder  
and those on the TV.  
RF unit RF-V5U  
(optional)  
SELECT MODE  
Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in  
its instructions).  
NOTES:  
● It is recommended to use the AC Power  
Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead  
of the battery pack.  
● 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.  
Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input  
Connectors (Playback ONLY)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit.  
* Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection  
procedure.  
PLAYBACK Basic Playback  
32  
EN  
NOTE:  
PLAY/PAUSE  
REW FF  
Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in  
“Basic Connections” (੬ pg. 31).  
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
STOP  
SELECT MODE  
Set the Power switch to “PLAY”. The Power On  
indicator lights.  
2
3
4
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  
Recording mode indicator  
NOTE:  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5  
minutes in Stop mode or Still Playback mode. To turn on  
again, set the Power switch to “POWER OFF”, then to  
“PLAY”.  
Tape running  
SP  
M-1:23:45  
indicator  
4
3
: Playback  
: Fast-Forward/  
Forward Search  
: Rewind/Reverse  
Search  
2
Tape counter  
6 : Still Playback  
PLAYBACK Features  
EN  
33  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Manual Tracking  
To eliminate noise bars that appear  
on the screen during playback.  
OPERATION:  
NOTES:  
1) Press either +/– button as many  
times as necessary for best picture.  
● To reset TRACKING to the original  
preset, press both + and – buttons  
simultaneously.  
+
–
● Manual Tracking may not work  
with tapes recorded on other VCRs  
or camcorders.  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
OPERATION:  
Still Playback  
To pause during playback.  
1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during  
playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press  
PLAY/PAUSE again.  
COUNTER R/M PLAY/PAUSE  
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.  
STOP  
OPERATION:  
Forward Search  
1) Press FF during playback.  
Reverse Search  
1) Press REW during playback.  
REW  
FF  
NOTE:  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome or darken 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  
automatically stops at or close to  
0:00:00.  
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start  
playback.  
NOTES:  
● The counter memory functions in  
the FF and REW modes.  
● To disable Counter Memory  
Function, press COUNTER R/M so  
the “M” disappears.  
EDITING  
34  
EN  
Tape Dubbing  
CONNECT EQUIPMENT  
Following the illustration at left, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
Power switch  
1
2
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  
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.  
3
4
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
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.  
When connecting  
the cables, open the  
jack cover.  
START EDITING  
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s  
Record mode.  
Audio and Video  
cable (optional)  
5
6
7
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY  
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS  
connectors  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then  
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
VCR (Recording deck)  
EN  
35  
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
Random Assemble Editing  
[R.A.Edit]  
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR  
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 optional RM-V700U MBR  
(Multi-Brand Remote) is set to operate with  
your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but  
can also be performed by operating the VCR  
manually.  
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote  
toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to  
the VCR CODE LIST on the left, press and hold MBR  
SET, and press button (A) and then (B).  
1
2
•The code is automatically set once you release the  
MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.  
OPERATE THE VCR  
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).  
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.  
MBR SET  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
VCR CTL  
IMPORTANT  
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.  
0
RM-V700U (optional)  
VCR CODE LIST  
NOTES:  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
● If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try  
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.  
● Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In  
this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.  
● If the RM-V700U is not able to control the VCR, use  
the controls on the VCR.  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
GE  
1
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
4
6ꢀ  
3
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
7ꢀ  
8
7ꢀ  
8
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
PHILIPS  
1
3
2ꢀ  
3
PANASONIC  
RCA  
1
1
1
9
1
9
9
6
6
9
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
`
HITACHI  
6
6
● The RM-V700U cannot be used to operate the  
GR-AX537/AX437/AX237.  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
ꢀ
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
MAGNAVOX  
9
1
7
7
CONNECT TO . . .  
SANYO  
SHARP  
SONY  
3
3
1
1
6
6
3
3
6
6
6ꢀ  
5
5ꢀ  
`
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1
MITSUBISHI  
NEC  
6
6
3
3
A
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
1
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
B
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL  
ꢀ
TOSHIBA  
ZENITH  
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
1
6
C
NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER  
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s  
Pause-In jack.  
All other connections are as shown in the  
illustration on page 36.  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
EDITING (cont.)  
36  
EN  
REW/FF  
PREPARE CAMCORDER  
Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to  
“PLAY”.  
STOP  
CANCEL  
2
3
PREPARE VCR  
IN/OUT  
R.A. EDIT  
PLAY/PAUSE  
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).  
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
Open the cover  
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.  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO  
out connectors  
To J terminal  
(JLIP)  
Editing cable  
REGISTER END OF SCENE  
(optional, 3.5ø  
mini-plug cable)  
Audio and  
Video cable  
(optional)  
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
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES  
To Remote  
PAUSE  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO IN  
connectors  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene  
4
5
(as many as 8).  
To Pause-In  
MAKE CORRECTIONS  
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the  
VCR (Recording deck)  
most recently registered point.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
NOTES:  
● For GR-AX837 only: The RM-V700U can be used to  
operate other camcorder functions as well. Point the  
RM-V700U at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press  
any of the following buttons (function apears in  
parentheses):  
IN/OUT  
CANCEL  
VCR REC STBY  
ON/OFF  
— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)  
— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)  
— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)  
● There must be at least one second between an in-point and  
its corresponding out-point.  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
ᮣ 1 0:00:25  
1
2
3
0:00:25  
0:03:18  
0:02:33  
0:01:05  
0:03:31  
0:02:53  
● To ensure correct operation, leave at least 15 seconds open  
between scenes.  
2
3
4
ᮣ 4 0:04:11  
● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or  
out-points.  
5
5
6
6
7
7
● 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.  
8
8
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:00:25  
0:00:00  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
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.  
EN  
37  
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR  
ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)  
1
IN  
3
2
IN  
ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE  
MODE  
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  
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.  
STOP  
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the  
editing cable and the audio/video cable.  
NOTES:  
C
● If you performed step 1 on page 35 (“MAKE  
CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at  
the VCR during editing.  
● The on-screen display only appears while the  
camcorder searches for each scene.  
● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited  
tape with certain VCRs.  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX837 only)  
The 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.  
38  
EN  
NOTE:  
The remote controls cannot operate GR-AX537/AX437/AX237.  
1
A
B
C
Installing The Battery  
2
2
3
a
PULL OUT BATTERY  
3
2
1
3
1
HOLDER  
Release  
1
Lock hole  
1
tab  
A
Type  
Type  
Type  
: Pull out by inserting a pointed  
a
1
instrument into slot  
.
B
C
: Pull out while sliding the lock  
hole.  
: Pinch the release tab and pull  
out.  
1
2
7
8
9
0
!
@
#
1
7
%
2
INSERT BATTERY  
$
8
9
3
4
5
6
Making sure the plus (+) side is up, insert  
the lithium battery (CR2025)* into the  
battery holder.  
2
3
!
5
0
3
^
@
4
6
REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER  
Insert the battery holder into the remote  
control unit, and push the holder until it  
clicks into place.  
&
* Read the caution concerning lithium  
batteries (੬ pg. 2).  
RM-V705U  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
(provided with GR-AX837)  
FUNCTIONS  
BUTTONS  
With the camcorder’s power switch  
set to “CAMERA”.  
With the camcorder’s power switch set  
to “PLAY”.  
1 Infrared beam  
Transmits the beam signal.  
transmitting window  
2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons  
3 PLAY Button  
Zoom (invariable speed, ੬ pg. 15)  
—
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 32)  
Stop (੬ pg. 32)  
4 STOP Button  
—
5 REW Button  
Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 16)  
Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 32)  
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 40)  
6 INSERT Button  
7 START/STOP Button  
8 INT. TIME Button  
9 REC TIME Button  
0 PAUSE Button  
! FF Button  
—
Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.  
Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 39)  
—
Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 39)  
—
—
Pause (੬ pg. 33)  
Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 16)  
FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 32)  
@ A.DUB Button  
# PAUSE IN Connector  
$ MBR SET Button  
% VISS Button  
—
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 41)  
੬ pg. 36  
—
—
੬ pg. 35  
Index Code marking (੬ pg. 39)  
—
^ VCR CTL Button  
& R.A.EDIT Buttons  
—
—
੬ pg. 35  
੬ pg. 36  
# — & : RM-V700U only.  
EN  
39  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse  
The remote control lets you set/release  
Interval Timer and Rec Time functions  
as well as the Menu screen.  
Transmitted beam  
effective area  
OPERATION:  
Self-Timer  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3  
on pg. 28 (“Self-Timer”), press INT.  
TIME on the remote control. Each time  
INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer  
indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN  
and No indication (off).  
15°  
Remote sensor  
(GR-AX837 only)  
15°  
When using the remote control, be sure to  
point it at the remote sensor. The above  
illustration shows the approximate transmitted  
beam effective area for indoor use.  
The transmitted beam may not be effective or  
may cause incorrect operation outdoors or  
when the remote sensor is directly exposed to  
sunlight or powerful lighting.  
2) Release  
Instead of setting “INTERVAL TIMER” to  
“OFF” in the Menu, press INT. TIME on  
the remote control until the Interval  
Timer indicator disappears.  
Animation  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on  
pg. 29 (“Animation”), press REC TIME  
on the remote control. Each time REC  
TIME is pressed, the Rec Time indicator  
appears, changing in the following  
order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No indication  
(off).  
Index Code Marking  
Interval  
Timer Indicator  
2) Release  
INDEX  
1MIN  
1/2S  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on  
pg. 29, press REC TIME on the remote  
control until the Rec Time indicator  
disappears.  
Rec Time Indicator  
Viewfinder  
Time-Lapse  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3  
on pg. 29 (“Time-Lapse”), press INT.  
TIME and REC TIME on the remote  
control. Each time INT. TIME is  
pressed, the Interval Timer indicator  
appears, changing in the following  
order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No  
indication (off). Each time REC TIME is  
pressed, the Rec Time indicator  
appears, changing in the following  
order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S and No indication  
(off).  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on  
pg. 29, press INT. TIME and REC TIME  
on the remote control until the  
indicators disappear.  
NOTE:  
Also refer to pgs. 28 and 29.  
START/STOP  
VISS  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Index Code Marking (RM-V700U only)  
To give you automatic access to any  
selected point on a recording.  
OPERATION:  
NOTE:  
1) Press VISS once to place the index  
code. “INDEX” blinks in the viewfinder  
during marking.  
If VISS is pressed during Record–  
Standby mode, the mark is placed  
where RECORDING START/STOP is  
pressed.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U (provided  
with GR-AX837 only)  
OR  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX837 only) (cont.)  
40  
EN  
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:  
Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to  
perform this procedure.  
SELECT MODE  
Set the Power switch to “PLAY”.  
1
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT  
Play back the tape, locate the point and press  
2
3
PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.  
POWER  
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.  
Tape Counter  
M-1:23:45  
Insert editing  
indicator  
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.  
Viewfinder  
4
5
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE  
Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing  
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert  
mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is  
aimed at appears on the screen.  
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Press RECORDING START/STOP. When the counter  
reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and  
the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.  
6
7
END INSERT EDITING  
START/STOP  
Press STOP.  
REW  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
REW  
INSERT  
NOTES:  
● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 16) can be performed.  
● The tape may stop slightly before or after the  
designated end point, and noise bars may appear.  
Neither indicates a defect in the unit.  
● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing  
mode.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U (provided  
with GR-AX837 only)  
OR  
EN  
41  
Audio Dubbing  
Audio dubbing indicator  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape  
(normal audio only).  
Viewfinder  
e
M-0:05:20  
** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure  
(੬ pg. 40) before continuing.  
•The sound comes from the built-in mike.  
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.  
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY  
MODE  
Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing  
2
3
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.  
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING  
Mike  
Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,  
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.  
END AUDIO DUBBING  
Press STOP.  
4
REW  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
NOTES:  
● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or  
the edit points will not be accurate.  
REW  
● If the mike is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s volume  
is too high, whistling or howling may occur.  
A. DUB  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U (provided  
with GR-AX837 only)  
OR  
NOTES (for Insert Editing and  
Audio Dubbing):  
● Insert Editing and audio Dubbing may not work  
correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the  
recording speed was changed during the original  
recording.  
● To edit/dub onto a tape with the recording safety tab  
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
● Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio  
Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.  
● During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert–  
Pause or Audio Dub–Standby is engaged, the counter  
may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however,  
stops at exactly 0:00:00.  
USER MAINTENANCE  
42  
EN  
After Use  
LENS COVER  
open/close switch  
Set the Power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off  
the camcorder.  
1
2
3
4
5
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove  
the cassette.  
Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing  
PUSH.  
Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.  
Set to “POWER OFF”.  
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close  
the lens cover.  
BATT. RELEASE  
EJECT  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
CLEAN EXTERIOR  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
1
CLEAN LENS  
PUSH  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with  
Remove  
2
3
lens cleaning paper.  
CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it  
out.  
2 Remove dust using a blower brush.  
3 Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn  
it clockwise.  
NOTES:  
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or  
alcohol.  
Marks  
● 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  
EN  
43  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
POWER  
No power is supplied.  
● The battery pack has not been attached correctly  
(੬ pg. 8).  
● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 8).  
● The power supply has not been correctly connected  
(੬ pg. 9).  
The power suddenly goes off and  
doesn’t come back on by itself.  
● The battery pack has completely discharged.  
● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,  
then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If  
it still doesn’t come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
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. 14).  
PLAYBACK  
The tape is running, but there’s no  
playback picture.  
● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.  
● 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. 33).  
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. 33).  
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot  
be performed.  
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.  
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)  
44  
EN  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
OTHER  
The tape won’t eject.  
● The battery pack is running low.  
Some functions are not available.  
● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.  
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.  
The picture is blurred in the Quick  
Review or Retake mode.  
● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise  
may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬ pg. 12).  
An error number (i.e. E03) appears  
in the viewfinder.  
● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the  
power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power  
on again. If the error number still appears in the view-  
finder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
The image is out of focus.  
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 10).  
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation  
of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 20).  
A character generator title and the  
date and time displays disappear  
from the viewfinder.  
● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while  
the power is on, all settings and selections are erased.  
Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before  
disconnecting the power source.  
Even though the Lens Cover is open,  
the Lens Cover Warning indicator  
blinks.  
● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the  
camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position  
of the Lens Cover.  
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.  
INDEX Viewfinder  
EN  
45  
1 2 3  
4
5
6 7  
%
^
&
*
(
)
q
w
e
18MIN  
DISP.  
T30  
REC SP  
8
9
0
SEPIA  
LENS COVER  
–05  
MWB  
FADE  
PAUSE  
1MIN  
1/2S  
INDEX  
!
@
#
$
TAPE END  
MERRY CHR ISTMAS  
DEC 25. 97 AM 10 : 24  
Viewfinder Indications  
1 Cassette Warning/Remaining  
% Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator  
Changes as follows according to the battery pack’s  
remaining power level: “ ”.  
Tape Time ........................................... ੬ pg. 14  
When no cassette is inserted or when Erase  
Protection tab is not in the position that allows  
recording, the Cassette ( )Warning blinks.  
Otherwise, the Remaining Tape Time is  
displayed.  
When the power is almost gone, the indicator  
blinks, then the unit shuts off. Replace the  
battery pack with a fully charged one.  
(Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened  
squares —  
— does not necessarily mean  
2 Recording Mode (SP/EP) Indicator ...... ੬ pg. 12  
that the battery pack is fully charged.)  
3, 9 PROGRAM AE Indicator................ ੬ pg. 18  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the  
PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one  
position to another. Then only the indicator  
remains at 9.  
^ Focus Indicator ................................... ੬ pg. 20  
& Exposure Level Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 19  
* White Balance Mode Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 25  
( Menu Setting Change Indicator........... ੬ pg. 26  
) Index Code Marking ........................... ੬ pg. 39  
4 Program Manager Function  
Indication ........................................... ੬ pg. 22  
Appears when the PROGRAM AE select dial is  
set to any position other than AUTO LOCK.  
q Clock Warning  
Displayed for about 5 seconds if the clock  
(lithium) battery is not in place or is exhausted  
when power is turned on. Also displayed for  
about 5 seconds when clock battery becomes  
exhausted while using the camcorder.  
For inserting or replacing the clock  
5 Lens Cover Warning ........................... ੬ pg. 14  
6 Tape Length Display ........................... ੬ pg. 12  
7 Zoom Level Indicator.......................... ੬ pg. 15  
8 Recording Indicator ............................ ੬ pg. 14  
0 Fade–Standby Indicator ...................... ੬ pg. 22  
battery ................................................ ੬ pg. 10  
w Condensation Warning  
! Interval Time/Recording  
When this indication appears, all functions are  
disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing the  
power source) for a few hours, and when you  
turn it on again the indicator should disappear.  
Time Indicator..................................... ੬ pg. 28  
@ Record–Standby Mode Indicator......... ੬ pg. 14  
# Instant Title Display ............................ ੬ pg. 23  
$ Date/Time Character Display .............. ੬ pg. 24  
e Tape End Display ................................ ੬ pg. 14  
Appears when the end of the tape is reached  
during playback, recording or fast-forward.  
INDEX Controls  
46  
EN  
6 7 8 9 0 !  
1
2
@
#
$
3
4 5  
q
% ^ & * ( )  
Controls  
1 Diopter Adjustment ............................ ੬ pg. 10  
2 Power Zoom Lever ............................ ੬ pg. 15  
3 BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch .........੬ pg. 8  
4 Recording Start/Stop Button ................੬ pg. 14  
5 POWER Switch .................................. ੬ pg.14,32  
6 STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 32  
@ REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 32  
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button....... ੬ pg. 16  
# FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 32  
RETAKE F Button................................ ੬ pg. 16  
$ PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 32  
% SELECT Button ................................... ੬ pg. 22  
^ SET Button ......................................... ੬ pg. 22  
& PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. ੬ pg. 18  
7 Tape Length [T20•30•40]  
Select Button...................................... ੬ pg. 12  
COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]  
Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 33  
* Multi-Function Control  
•Exposure +/– ................................... ੬ pg. 19  
•Focus FAR/NEAR ............................. ੬ pg. 20  
•Menu Setting Change ....................... ੬ pg. 26  
•Tracking +/– .................................... ੬ pg. 33  
8 EDIT Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 37  
9 Recording Mode [SP/EP] Select  
Button ................................................ ੬ pg. 12  
( MENU Button .................................... ੬ pg. 26  
) PUSH Button ..................................... ੬ pg. 12  
q EJECT Switch...................................... ੬ pg. 12  
R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...................੬ pg. 36  
0 R.A.EDIT Button................................. ੬ pg. 36  
! R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button....................੬ pg. 36  
EN  
47  
W E R T  
Y
o
p
u
w Q  
O
i
U
e I r t y  
Connectors  
Other Parts  
w J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)  
o Video Light (GR-AX837/AX537 only) ... ੬ pg. 17  
Connector.)  
p •Camera sensor  
(Located beneath the jack cover)  
Be careful not to cover this area; built-in  
here is the sensor necessary for shooting.  
•Remote sensor (GR-AX837 only) ...... ੬ pg. 39  
•Connect the Editing Cable when performing  
Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 36).  
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device  
such as a personal computer.  
Q Microphone ....................................... ੬ pg. 41  
W Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 13  
E Clock Battery Compartment ................ ੬ pg. 10  
R Battery Pack Mount ........................... ੬ pg. 8  
T Electronic Viewfinder......................... ੬ pg. 10  
Y LENS COVER Switch ......................... ੬ pg. 14  
U Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 13  
For further detail consult your nearest JVC  
dealer. Information (in English) is also available  
at our home page: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/  
e DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 9  
The jacks r to y are located beneath the jack  
cover.  
r VIDEO OUT Jack ............................... ੬ pg. 31  
t RF DC OUT Jack................................ ੬ pg. 31  
y AUDIO OUT Jack .............................. ੬ pg. 31  
I VIDEO LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF Switch  
(GR-AX837/AX537 only)..................... ੬ pg. 17  
O Tripod Mounting Socket ......................੬ pg. 13  
Indicators  
u Tally Lamp ......................................... ੬ pg. 14  
i Power On Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 14  
INDEX Terms  
48  
EN  
A
N
AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 8  
Animation Recording .............................. pg. 29, 39  
Audio Dubbing ....................................... pg. 41  
Auto Date Record ................................... pg. 24  
Auto Focus ............................................. pg. 20  
Auto Mode Lock Mode ........................... pg. 18  
Auto Mode Release Mode .......................pg. 18  
ND Effect Mode ...................................... pg. 18  
P
Playback ................................................. pg. 32  
Program AE with Special Effects ...............pg. 18  
Provided Accessories .............................. pg. 6  
Q
B
Quick Review ......................................... pg. 16  
Battery Pack ............................................ pg. 8, 49  
Brighten the Image.................................. pg. 19  
R
Random Assemble Editing ....................... pg. 35–37  
Recording, Advanced Features ................ pg. 18–29  
Recording ............................................... pg. 14  
Recording, Start/Stop .............................. pg. 14  
Recording Mode Setting ......................... pg. 12  
Recording-Standby ................................. pg. 14  
Remote Control Unit............................... pg. 38  
Remove Cassette..................................... pg. 12  
Retake..................................................... pg. 16  
Rewind Tape ........................................... pg. 32  
C
Car Battery.............................................. pg. 9  
Cassette Adapter ..................................... pg. 30  
Character Generator ............................... pg. 23  
Charge Marker ........................................ pg. 8  
Charging the Battery Pack ........................pg. 8  
Clock (Lithium) Battery ........................... pg. 10, 38  
Connection to a VCR/TV ........................ pg. 31  
Contents ................................................. pg. 7  
Counter Memory .................................... pg. 33  
S
D
Self-Timer ............................................... pg. 28, 39  
Sepia Mode ............................................ pg. 19  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ......................pg. 13  
Shuttle Search ......................................... pg. 33  
Specifications ......................................... pg. 51  
Sports Mode ........................................... pg. 19  
Still Playback .......................................... pg. 33  
Darken the Image ................................... pg. 19  
Date/Time/Character Insert ......................pg. 24  
Date/Time Setting ................................... pg. 11  
Discharge the Battery pack ......................pg. 8  
Diopter Adjust ........................................ pg. 10  
E
T
Electronic Fog Filter Mode .......................pg. 18  
Erase Protection ...................................... pg. 12  
Exposure Control .................................... pg. 19  
Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 32  
Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 34  
Tape Length Setting ................................. pg. 12  
Time-Lapse Shooting............................... pg. 29, 39  
Tracking .................................................. pg. 33  
Tripod Mounting ..................................... pg. 13  
Twilight Mode......................................... pg. 19  
F
Fade-in/out ............................................. pg. 22  
Fast-Forward Tape................................... pg. 32  
Focus Lock ............................................. pg. 20  
G
V
Grip Adjustment ..................................... pg. 13  
Video Light ............................................. pg. 17  
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................... pg. 10  
Viewfinder, Indications ........................... pg. 45  
H
High Speed Shutter Mode ........................pg. 19  
W
I
White Balance Adjustment ......................pg. 25  
Wide Mode............................................. pg. 22  
Index Code Marking ............................... pg. 39  
Insert Cassette ......................................... pg. 12  
Insert Editing ........................................... pg. 40  
Instant Titles............................................ pg. 23  
Z
Zooming ................................................. pg. 15  
M
Manual Focus ......................................... pg. 21  
MBR code Setting ................................... pg. 35  
CAUTIONS  
EN  
49  
DANGER:  
Battery Packs  
Video Light  
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:  
•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.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
.... do not burn.  
Terminals  
•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm  
(1 ft.) between the video light and people or  
object.  
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
•It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
.... do not modify or disassemble.  
.... use only specified chargers.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service  
life . . .  
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
.... avoid repeated charging without fully  
discharging.  
When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in  
areas other than the USA  
Ⅲ The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from  
110 V to 240 V.  
.... charge in an environment where  
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.  
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER  
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an  
AC wall outlet other than American National  
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter,  
called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown.  
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
Plug adapter  
3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .  
.... replace the battery pack when it begins to  
deliver less recording time per charge.  
General Battery Precautions  
NOTE:  
•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is  
not functioning even when correctly operated, the  
batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh  
ones.  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C  
Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C  
Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C  
•Use only the following batteries:  
C-P6U or C-P7U .................... AA (R6) size  
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 C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when  
replacing the battery.  
2. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they  
can leak or explode.  
20°C.  
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.  
4. Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be  
stored for an extended period to avoid battery  
leakage which can cause malfunctions.  
CAUTIONS (cont.)  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
50  
EN  
Cassettes  
.... in places of over 50°C (122°F).  
.... 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.  
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.  
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.  
.... do not open the front tape cover. This  
exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
.... out of direct sunlight.  
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.  
.... 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.  
Main Unit  
About moisture condensation . . .  
• 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.  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or  
dust.  
Serious malfunctioning  
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
.... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
.... near a television set.  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
.... near appliances generating strong magnetic  
or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting  
antennas, etc.).  
.... in places subject to extremely high (over  
40°C or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C  
or 32°F) temperatures.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
GENERAL  
EN  
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VIDEO  
Output  
Format  
: VHS NTSC standard  
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (via VIDEO  
out connector)  
Power source  
Power consumption  
GR-AX837/AX537  
Light on  
: DC 6V  
AUDIO  
: 8.5 W  
GR-AX837/AX537  
Light off/  
Output  
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm  
(via AUDIO out  
connector)  
GR-AX437  
: 5.5 W  
GR-AX237  
: 5.3 W  
AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER  
(AA-V11EG)  
Power requirement  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: NTSC-type  
: FM recording  
: Converted sub-carrier  
direct recording  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,  
50/60 Hz  
: 23 W  
Color  
Power consumption  
Output  
Charge  
VTR  
Charging system  
Conforms to VHS standard  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
SP  
:
cassette  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
: 33.35 mm/sec.  
(1-5/16 ips)  
: 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)  
: Constant current, peak  
detection, timer  
controlled  
: 150 (W) x 42 (H) x  
68 (D) mm (5-15/16” x  
1-11/16” x 2-11/16”)  
: Approx. 350 g (0.78 lbs)  
EP  
Recording time (max.)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
SP  
EP  
: 40 minutes  
: 120 minutes  
(with TC-40 cassette)  
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C  
(32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)  
Dimensions  
: 35% to 80%  
: –20°C to +50°C  
(–4°F to 122°F)  
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x  
104 (D) mm (7-7/16” x 1”  
x 4-1/8”)  
: Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs)  
: “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1  
Weight  
GR-AX837  
GR-AX537/AX437  
GR-AX237  
Dimensions  
Weight  
Accessory  
: Approx. 810 g (1.8 lbs)  
: Approx. 805 g (1.8 lbs)  
: Approx. 820 g (1.8 lbs)  
Provided Accessories ......................੬ pg. 6  
(Including viewfinder)  
GR-AX837/AX537/  
AX437  
Optional Accessories  
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U  
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U  
•Battery Charger BH-VC10U  
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U  
•RF Unit RF-V5U  
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20  
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V700U  
The RM-V700U cannot be used to operate the  
GR-AX537/AX437/AX237.  
The GR-AX537/AX437/AX237 can use the  
RM-V700U only for R.A. Edit with a non-JVC  
VCR.  
: 112 (W) x 112 (H) x  
211 (D) mm (4-7/16” x  
4-7/16” x 8-5/16”)  
: 112 (W) x 112 (H) x  
232 (D) mm (4-7/16” x  
4-7/16” x 9-3/16”)  
GR-AX237  
CAMERA  
Pick up  
Lens  
: 1/4” format CCD  
: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm,  
18:1 power zoom lens  
with auto iris and macro  
control, filter diameter  
46 mm  
: Electronic viewfinder with  
•0.55” color LCD  
(GR-AX837/AX537/  
AX437)  
Some acccessories are not available in some areas.  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on  
accessories and their availability.  
Viewfinder  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless  
otherwise indicated. E. & O. E. Design and  
specifications subject to change without notice.  
•0.5” B/W CRT  
(GR-AX237)  
White balance  
adjustment  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
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