JVC LYT0105 001B User Manual
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
CAMARA DE VIDEO VHS COMPACTO  
CÂMERA VHS COMPACTA  
GR-AX847UM  
GR-AX247UM  
Compact VHS  
INSTRUCTIONS  
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES  
INSTRUÇÕES  
LYT0105-001B  
2
EN  
Dear Customer,  
Warning on lithium battery  
The battery used in this device may present a  
fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do  
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C  
or incinerate.  
Replace battery with Maxell, Panasonic  
(Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025;  
use of another battery may present a risk of fire  
or explosion.  
Ⅲ Dispose of used battery promptly.  
Ⅲ Keep away from children.  
Ⅲ Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in  
fire.  
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact  
VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the  
safety information and precautions contained  
in the following pages to ensure safe use of  
your new camcorder.  
Using This Instruction Manual  
•All major sections and subsections are listed in  
the Table Of Contents (੬ pg. 7).  
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to  
read these as well.  
•Basic and advanced features/operation are  
separated for easier reference.  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
NTSC-type colour television signals. It cannot  
be used for playback with a television of a  
different standard. However, live recording  
and viewfinder playback are possible any-  
where. Use the BN-V11U/V12U/V18U/V22U/  
V25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the  
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/  
Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter  
may be necessary to accommodate different  
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)  
It is recommended that you . . .  
.... refer to the Index (੬ pgs. 51 – 54) and  
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.  
before use.  
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that  
follow and cautions (੬ pgs. 55, 56). They  
contain extremely important information  
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.  
SAFETY  
NOTES:  
● The rating plate (serial number plate) and  
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the  
back of the main unit.  
PRECAUTIONS  
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the  
AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.  
WARNING:  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE  
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR  
MOISTURE.  
This unit is produced to comply with Standard  
IEC Publ. 65.  
CAUTIONS:  
Ⅲ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.  
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer  
servicing to qualified personnel.  
Ⅲ When you are not using the AC Power  
Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of  
time, it is recommended that you disconnect  
the power cord from AC outlet.  
EN  
3
IMPORTANT PRODUCT  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
ANTENNA INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
Electrical energy can perform many useful func-  
tions. But improper use can result in potential  
electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has  
been engineered 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.  
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 requirements for the  
grounding electrode.  
ATTENTION:  
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions  
marked on your product and its operating instruc-  
tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and  
operating instructions before you operate this  
product and keep this manual for future reference.  
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  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
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.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION  
4. Ventilation  
810-20)  
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.  
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.  
4
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.  
•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across  
thresholds or deep-pile carpets.  
2. Damage Requiring Service  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer  
servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
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 combina-  
tion 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.  
3. Water and Moisture  
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.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
(Symbol provided by RETAC)  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in  
performance—this indicates a need for service.  
3. Replacement Parts  
4. Object and Liquid Entry  
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.  
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.  
5. Attachments  
4. Safety Check  
Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
manufacturer of this product as they may cause  
hazards.  
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.  
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
INSERTING A VIDEO  
CASSETTE  
SUPPLY POWER  
Hook on.  
1
EJECT  
Push in.  
2
1
BATT. RELEASE  
3
PUSH  
2
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 to open the cassette holder.  
2 Insert a video cassette.  
3 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 13)  
To remove the battery pack  
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery  
pack.  
SHOOTING  
PLAYBACK  
PLAY/PAUSE  
3
1
LENS COVER  
Open/Close  
Switch  
2
Set to “CAMERA”  
3
1
2
Recording Start/Stop Button  
STOP  
Set to “PLAY” REW  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch  
2 Press REW.  
to open the lens cover.  
— The tape will automatically stop at the  
beginning of the tape.  
2 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.  
— The power indicator will light and an  
image will appear.  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
— Recording starts.  
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.  
— Playback starts and the playback picture  
appears.  
•To stop playback, press STOP.  
(For more details, ੬ pg. 36.)  
•To stop recording temporarily, momentarily  
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once  
again.  
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS  
VCR using the Cassette Adapter (VHS  
Playpak). ੬ pg. 34  
(For more details, ੬ pgs. 16, 17)  
MAJOR FEATURES  
6
EN  
REMEMBER  
Integrated Auto Light  
(GR-AX847 only) (੬ pg. 21)  
The Logical Choice  
5Sec.-Rec (5 sec. Recording)  
(੬ pg. 19)  
The only compact video  
cassettes that can be  
22x Optical Hyper Zoom  
(੬ pg. 18)  
used with your VHS VCR*  
Zoom-in  
Program AE with Special  
Effects (੬ pg. 22)  
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  
Program Manager II  
(੬ pg. 22 – 33)  
Program AE with Special Effects,  
Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant  
Title, Menu Adjustment (Focus,  
Exposure Control and so on.)  
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
•Cassette Adapter  
(VHS Playpak) C-P7U  
•Battery Pack  
•BN-V18U for GR-AX847  
•BN-V11U for GR-AX247  
•Remote Control  
•AC Power Adapter/  
Unit RM-V705U  
Charger AA-V15U  
(GR-AX847 only)  
•Lithium Battery CR2025  
•x 2 for GR-AX847 (clock operation  
and remote control unit)  
•x 1 for GR-AX247 (clock operation)  
•Shoulder Strap  
•DC Cord  
Cassettes marked  
can be used with this camcorder.  
CONTENTS  
EN  
7
GETTING STARTED  
8
Power .............................................................................................. 8  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal.................................................10  
Date/Time Setting .............................................................................11  
Recording Mode Setting .......................................................................12  
Tape Length Setting ............................................................................12  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ...............................................................13  
Grip Adjustment ................................................................................14  
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................................................................14  
Shoulder Strap Attachment....................................................................15  
Tripod Mounting ................................................................................15  
RECORDING  
16  
Basic Recording .................................................................................16  
Basic Features ..................................................................................18  
Advanced Features .............................................................................22  
PLAYBACK  
34  
Using The Cassette Adapter...................................................................34  
Basic Connections...............................................................................35  
Basic Playback ..................................................................................36  
Features .........................................................................................37  
TAPE DUBBING  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX847 only)  
39  
40  
Random Assemble Editing .....................................................................42  
Insert Editing ....................................................................................46  
Audio Dubbing ..................................................................................47  
USER MAINTENANCE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
INDEX  
48  
49  
51  
Viewfinder Indications .........................................................................51  
Controls..........................................................................................52  
Connectors.......................................................................................52  
Indicators ........................................................................................52  
Other Parts......................................................................................52  
Terms .............................................................................................54  
CAUTIONS  
55  
57  
57  
SPECIFICATIONS  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
GETTING STARTED  
8
EN  
Marks  
Power  
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you  
choose the most appropriate source of power.  
To AC outlet  
CHG. (charge)  
indicator  
NOTES:  
● No function is available without power supply.  
● Use only specified power supply.  
● Do not use provided power supply units with other  
equipment.  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
REFRESH switch  
SUPPLY POWER  
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall  
REFRESH indicator  
REFRESH  
1
2
outlet.  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the  
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.  
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH  
function that allows you to fully discharge  
the battery pack before recharging. Perform  
the REFRESH function after no less than 5  
chargings.  
•The CHG. indicator begins blinking to indicate  
charging has started.  
To discharge the battery . . .  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
..... attach the battery pack to the adapter  
as shown in the above illustration.  
Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH  
indicator lights when discharging  
starts, and goes out when discharging  
is complete.  
When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,  
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite  
the direction of the arrow.  
3
BATT. PACK  
CHARGE  
DISCHARGE  
BN-V11U  
BN-V12U  
BN-V18U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 40 min.  
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 5 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 2 hrs. 10 min. approx. 7 hrs.  
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 10 hrs.  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
Hook on.  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
1
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.  
Push in.  
2
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
BATT. RELEASE  
BATT. PACK  
BN-V11U  
BN-V12U  
BN-V18U  
BN-V22U  
BN-V25U  
GR-AX847  
GR-AX247  
—
75  
75  
75  
110  
150  
(40)  
ATTENTION:  
(65)  
(90)  
—
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.  
155  
200  
200 (120)  
(
) : when the video light is on. (GR-AX847 only)  
EN  
9
CHARGE MARKER  
Charge marker  
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to  
help you remember whether it has been charged or  
not. Two colors are provided (red and black)—you  
choose which one means charged and which  
means discharged.  
•The battery pack BN-V18U does not have a  
charge marker.  
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 battery pack, and discharging times are for fully  
charged battery pack.  
●
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.  
● Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from  
your camcorder.  
● Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.  
● While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to  
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger  
does not charge the battery. When disharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/  
Charger to store it.  
● 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.  
● 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 blink 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:  
AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V15U  
● When using the car battery, leave the engine  
idling.  
● 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 socket  
Car Battery Cord  
AP-V7U (optional)  
USING AC POWER  
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in  
the illustration to the left).  
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  
A
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to  
perform date/time settings.  
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  
Ensure that the plus (+) side is up and 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.  
EN  
11  
Date/Time Setting  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the  
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,  
then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
1
2
SELECT FUNCTION  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME  
Setting Menu appears.  
Select Dial  
•If you decide you want to return the date and time  
to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial  
to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then  
go to step 6.  
MENU  
Jog Dial  
•If you want to set only the time without changing  
the date, go to step 4.  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
SET DATE  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the item you want to set and then press it. When  
the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog  
Dial until the correct setting appears and then press  
it. The setting stops blinking.  
4
MENU END  
3
4
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
JAN 1.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with  
the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).  
4NEXT  
Menu Screen  
SET TIME  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting  
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. When the  
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting  
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute  
setting stops blinking.  
DATE TIME  
YEAR  
1998  
JAN  
MONTH  
DAY  
1
TIME  
PM 12:00  
12-hour  
indication with  
AM or PM  
EXIT  
DATE/TIME Setting Menu  
START CLOCK OPERATION  
When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,  
TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu  
Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.  
5
6
MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
CLOSE MENU  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
NOTE:  
To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a  
connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 20).  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
12  
EN  
Recording Mode Setting  
SP/EP Recording  
Mode Button  
Set depending on your preference.  
SET RECORDING MODE  
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Press SP/EP  
1
Button for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)  
provides higher picture and sound quality and is  
better for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is  
more economical, providing three times as the  
recording time.  
NOTE:  
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the  
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Viewfinder  
Tape Length Setting  
T40  
Tape length  
indicator  
SP  
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape  
used.  
Recording  
mode  
indicator  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the  
1
2
3
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,  
then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
MENU  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE  
LENGTH Setting Menu appears.  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T40  
SET TAPE LENGTH  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the correct setting. T20=20 minutes of recording  
time, T30=30 minutes, and T40=40 minutes (in SP).  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
Menu Screen  
•If you decide you want to return the tape length to  
the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
TAPE LENGTH  
T20  
T30  
T40  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the  
Menu Screen.  
4
EXIT  
TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu  
NOTES:  
● The displayed tape remaining time (੬ pg. 17) is  
correct only if the correct tape length has been  
selected.  
● Once you have set the tape length, it remains un-  
changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO  
LOCK.  
MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T20  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
EN  
13  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER  
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force  
1
2
3
to open.  
1
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE  
Make sure the label is facing outward.  
3
2
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER  
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and  
locked.  
NOTES:  
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the  
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the  
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the  
slack.  
Turn to take  
up slack.  
Erase Protection  
Gear  
● 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.  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
14  
EN  
Power Zoom Button  
EXPAND LOOP  
Separate the Velcro strip.  
1
2
3
INSERT HAND  
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH  
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate  
the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom  
Button. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
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  
15  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
ATTACH STRAP  
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap  
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back  
and thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the  
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the  
other eyelet 3, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.  
1
2
2
1
1
3
ADJUST LENGTH  
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1.  
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
CAUTION:  
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend  
its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To  
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.  
RECORDING Basic Recording  
16  
EN  
NOTE:  
LENS COVER Switch  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
● Power (੬ pg. 8)  
● Recording Mode/Tape Length Setting (੬ pg. 12)  
● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 14)  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
Power  
indicator  
Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
1
2
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE  
Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open  
the lens cover, then set the Power Switch to  
CAMERA.  
Power Switch  
Start/Stop Button  
•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.  
START SHOOTING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
3
•“REC ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is  
in progress.  
Tally lamp (GR-AX847 only)  
(lights while recording is in progress)  
EN  
17  
Tape remaining time indicator  
STOP RECORDING  
25MIN  
MIN  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop  
recording.  
(Now calculating)  
4
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby  
mode.  
120MIN  
119MIN  
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 displayed 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.  
3MIN  
2MIN  
(Blinking)  
1MIN  
● The tape remaining time indicator 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.  
(Blinking)  
0MIN  
(Blinking)  
Start/Stop Button  
● 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 (such  
as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during  
recording), use the Retake function (੬ pg. 19) to find  
the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of  
it.  
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds  
when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is  
closed.  
RECORDING Basic Features  
18  
EN  
FEATURE:  
Zooming  
Zoom-in  
PURPOSE:  
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or  
an instantaneous change in image  
magnification.  
OPERATION:  
Zoom In  
Press the “T” of the Power Zoom  
Button.  
Zoom-out  
Zoom Out  
Press “W” of the Power Zoom  
Button.  
Zoom indicator bar  
Ⅲ Zooming speed is available. A total  
of 4 zoom speeds are available. 2  
speeds can be selected depending  
on how hard the Power Zoom  
Button is pressed (press the button  
fully for regular-speed, press it  
lightly for slow-speed), while 2  
speed levels (FAST/SLOW) can be  
selected in the ZOOM SPEED  
Menu depending on the overall  
speed you prefer.  
Power Zoom button  
The combinations of zoom speeds  
are shown in the chart below.  
Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the  
Menu  
1) Set the Select Dial to any position  
except AUTO LOCK and press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
appears.  
2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the highlight bar to “ZOOM  
SPEED”, then press it. The ZOOM  
SPEED Setting Menu appears.  
3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move  
the highlight bar to the desired  
speed and press it twice. The  
Menu Screen disappears and  
setting is completed.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
AUTO  
JAN 1.98  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
Menu Screen  
NOTE:  
Focusing may become unstable  
during Zooming. In this case, set the  
zoom while in Record–Standby, lock  
the focus by using the manual focus  
(੬ pg. 29), then zoom in or out in  
Record mode.  
ZOOM SPEED  
FAST  
SLOW  
EXIT  
Zooming Speed ( 1– 4 in order of speed)  
ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu  
“ZOOM SPEED”  
in the Menu  
Screen  
Pressing the Power Zoom Button  
fully  
lightly  
3
FAST  
1 (fastest)  
2
SLOW  
4 (slowest)  
: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.  
EN  
19  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Quick Review  
To check the end of the last  
recording.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press “ ” and release quickly  
during the Record-Standby mode.  
Ⅲ Tape is rewound for about 2  
seconds and played back  
automatically, then pauses in  
Record-Standby mode for the  
next shot.  
5SEC. REC  
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” forwards  
the tape and pressing “R” reverses  
it.  
3) Press Recording Start/Stop Button  
to start recording.  
NOTE:  
Noise may appear during Retake.  
This is normal.  
Viewfinder  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)  
To record a scene for 5 seconds,  
providing quick scene transitions like  
those seen in TV programmes.  
PAUSE  
5S  
OPERATION:  
1) During Record-Standby, press  
5SEC. REC. “  
5S” appears and  
5Sec. Rec is reserved.  
2) Press Recording Start/Stop Button.  
Recording starts, and after  
5Sec. Rec mode indicator  
5-second recording is finished, the  
camcorder reenters the Record-  
Standby mode automatically.  
Ⅲ To cancel the 5Sec. Rec.  
function, press 5SEC. REC again  
so that “  
5S” disappears.  
NOTE:  
The Fader (੬ pg. 24) cannot be  
activated by pressing 5SEC. REC.  
RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)  
20  
EN  
DATE/TIME  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Date/Time Insert  
To display the date and time in the  
viewfinder or on a connected color  
monitor, as well as to record them  
manually or automatically.  
OPERATION:  
1) Turn the Select Dial to any  
position except AUTO LOCK.  
2) Choose a display mode by  
pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly  
while in Record-Standby to cycle  
through the modes as shown in the  
illustration at left.  
Display  
Select Dial  
Ⅲ You should have already  
performed the Date/Time Setting  
procedure (੬ pg. 11). If you  
haven’t, do so first.  
NOTES:  
DISPLAY  
● The selected display can be  
recorded.  
Date display  
● If you don’t want to record the  
display, select the Date-off mode  
before shooting.  
Time display  
● If you want to delete the display  
during shooting, press DATE/TIME.  
● To recall the display, engage the  
Record-Standby mode and press  
DATE/TIME repeatedly until the  
desired display appears.  
Date/Time display  
Auto Date Record mode  
Date-off mode (No display)  
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.  
Date display  
Auto Date Record mode  
• After loading a cassette.  
DEC 25.98  
AUTO DATE  
• After Auto Date Record mode is  
selected by pressing DATE/TIME.  
In this mode, the date is replaced  
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”  
but this is not recorded.  
Auto date record mode  
Time display  
● Setting the Select Dial to AUTO  
LOCK always engages the Auto  
Date Record mode, and disables  
all other modes.  
DEC 25.98  
PM10:50:00  
Auto date record  
executed  
Date/Time display  
DEC 25.98 PM10:50:00  
EN  
21  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Video Light (GR-AX847 only)  
To brighten the scene when natural  
lighting is too dim.  
OPERATION:  
1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
Switch as required:  
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.  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
Ⅲ The video light can only be used  
with the camcorder’s power on.  
Ⅲ It is recommended to set the  
white balance (੬ pg. 31) to  
HALOGEN mode ( ) when you  
use the video light.  
Ⅲ When not using the video light,  
turn it off to save battery power.  
NOTES:  
● Even if the battery indicator (  
)
does not blink 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.  
DANGER  
Ⅲ The video light can become extremely  
hot. Do not touch it either while in  
operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the  
carrying case immediately after using  
the video light, since it remains  
extremely hot for some time.  
Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of  
about 30 cm. (1 ft.) between the video  
light and people or objects.  
Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive  
materials.  
● When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
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 OFF/  
AUTO/ON switch.  
• While the Sports or High-Speed  
Shutter mode (੬ pg. 23) is  
engaged, the light is likely to stay  
on.  
Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your  
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the  
video light.  
• While the Twilight mode  
(੬ pg. 23) is engaged, the light  
will not activate.  
RECORDING Advanced Features  
22  
EN  
1 second later, the mode is activated.  
Program AE With Special Effects  
After 1 sec.  
All you have to do to access any of the variety of  
shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.  
SEPIA  
SELECT MODE  
Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function  
1
you want is aligned with the mark.  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name  
disappears, and only the indication remains. The  
mode is activated.  
Viewfinder  
•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. 24) is used in the Sepia mode.  
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed  
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit 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
EFFECT  
WIDE  
TITLE  
SUPER  
LOLUX  
Select Dial  
EN  
23  
Dial  
symbol  
Viewfinder  
indication  
Dial  
symbol  
Viewfinder  
indication  
Mode  
Mode  
LOCK  
AUTO LOCK  
Auto Mode Lock  
TWILIGHT  
Twilight  
Auto Mode Lock  
Twilight  
Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing  
incorrect operation due to accidental button  
pressing during shooting.  
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more  
natural and dramatic. The following happens when  
Twilight mode is selected:  
•In this mode the following controls are disabled;  
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.  
•Auto gain control is turned off.  
•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but  
can also be manually changed to another mode  
(੬ pg. 31).  
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release  
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of  
10 m (33 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-  
to-camera distance is less than 10 m (33 ft.), use  
manual focusing (੬ pg. 29).  
Auto Mode Release  
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto  
Mode Lock.  
SPORTS  
Sports  
Electronic  
Fog Filter  
FG  
FG : FOG  
Sports  
Electronic Fog Filter  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an  
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the  
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.  
1/1000 sec.  
1/1000  
1S 1/1000  
High Speed Shutter  
ND  
ND:ND EFFECT  
ND Effect  
1/2000 sec.  
1/2000  
2S 1/2000  
High Speed Shutter  
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.  
High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
SEPIA  
Sepia  
Sepia  
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. 24)  
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood  
movie.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
24  
EN  
Fade-in  
Fader  
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.  
ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE  
Press EFFECT to engage the Fade-Standby mode.  
1
Fade-out  
Viewfinder  
4EFFECT  
BK  
After 2 sec.  
•“  
FADER” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.  
FADER  
BK  
Then “BLACK FADER” disappears, and only “  
remains.  
”
START OR END RECORDING  
Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in  
or fade-out.  
2
3
TO CANCEL FADE-STANDBY  
MODE  
BK  
While “ ” is displayed, press EFFECT.  
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the  
fade-standby mode is canceled.  
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. 23).  
EFFECT  
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (੬ pg. 23)  
engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.  
WIDE  
Recording  
Start/Stop  
Button  
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.  
Viewfinder  
ENGAGE WIDE MODE  
Press WIDE.  
1
•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.  
Wide mode  
NOTE (for Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, and Instant Titles) :  
When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings  
(Fade-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Title : off). Then when the Select  
Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK, the above functions return to the settings you  
selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK. However, if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK, the  
selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any  
position except AUTO LOCK.  
EN  
25  
Viewfinder  
Super LoLux(Gain Up)  
4S.LX  
Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with  
low or poor lighting.  
After 2 sec.  
MAX  
SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE  
Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the  
modes as shown at left. Once the desired mode  
appears, it is engaged.  
1
MAX  
NORM  
OFF  
•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2  
seconds, then disappears.  
MAX : 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.  
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  
: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no  
picture brightness adjustment.  
TITLE  
SUPER LOLUX  
OFF  
Viewfinder  
Instant Titles  
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.  
Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also  
in French, Spanish and Portuguese. Change the setting in  
Title display  
TITLE LANG. in the Menu screen. (  
੬
pg. 26, 27).  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY  
OUR VACATION  
No display  
SELECT PRESET TITLE  
Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset  
1
titles until the desired title is displayed.  
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
A SPECIAL DAY  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
OUR NEW BABY  
WEDDING DAY  
CONGRATULATIONS  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
26  
EN  
Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more  
detailed camcorder settings.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
1
2
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
SELECT FUNCTION  
Viewfinder  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar  
on the desired function.  
MENU  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
•When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of  
Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically  
displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top  
of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically  
displayed.  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
TELE MACRO  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
•If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu  
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,  
then go to step 5.  
Menu Screen 1  
MAKE SETTING  
4BACK  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the  
selected function appears. The setting procedure  
depends on the function you select.  
3
GR-AX847 only  
TALLY LAMP ON  
TITLE LANG.  
JLIP ID NO.  
ENGLISH  
07  
If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, or  
“DATE/ TIME” . . .  
DEMO MODE OFF  
... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 28, 29,  
EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 30, DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 11).  
4
MENU END  
Menu Screen 2  
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .  
... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number  
blinks, then rotate it until the desired number  
appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog  
Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
TITLE LANG.  
ENGLISH  
FRENCH  
SPANISH  
PORTUGUESE  
If you select any other functions . . .  
... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight  
bar to the desired setting.  
•If you decide you want to return to the  
vious setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
pre-  
EXIT  
Setting Menu  
(ex. TITLE LANG.)  
END SETTING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
BACK  
4
4
5
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.  
REC TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
INT. TIME  
GR-AX847 only  
TALLY LAMP ON  
CLOSE MENU  
TITLE LANG.  
JLIP ID NO.  
FRENCH  
07  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen  
reappears.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4MENU END  
NOTES:  
● The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE” are not  
available while in the Record mode.  
Normal Screen  
● For GR-AX247: The tally lamp is not built-in. “TALLY LED” in  
the Menu Screen is always set to “OFF” and cannot be set to  
“ON”.  
EN  
27  
Menu Screen Explanations  
FOCUS  
Adjusts focus automatically.  
AUTO  
MANU  
AUTO  
MANU  
Allows you to adjust focus manually (੬ pg. 28, 29).  
Adjusts exposure automatically.  
EXPOSURE  
Allows you to adjust exposure manually (੬ pg. 30).  
DATE/TIME  
Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 11).  
TELE MACRO  
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus  
OFF  
ON  
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance  
more than 1m (3.3 ft.) 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 (2 ft.).  
•
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.  
TAPE LENGTH  
M.W.B.  
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 12).  
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:  
AUTO  
: FINE  
: CLOUD  
•When an object is in various shades of the same color.  
: HALOGEN  
•
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 (੬ pg. 31).  
MWB  
ZOOM SPEED  
Allows you to set the zooming speed (੬ pg. 18).  
FAST  
SLOW  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse  
recording (੬ pg. 33).  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (੬ pg. 32) and Time-  
Lapse recording (੬ pg. 33).  
TALLY LAMP  
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.  
(available only for GR-AX847)  
ON  
OFF  
The tally lamp remains off at all times.  
(GR-AX247: always set to this mode.)  
TITLE LANG.  
JLIP ID NO.  
Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)  
of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 25).  
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.  
DEMO MODE  
Automatic demonstration will not take place.  
OFF  
ON  
Demonstrates certain functions such as the Fader, Instant Titles  
etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen  
is closed, demonstration starts.  
NOTES:  
● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows  
recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available.  
● By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection  
tab is in the position that allows recording into it, “DEMO MODE” is  
set to “OFF” automatically.  
● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.  
= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
28  
EN  
Focusing  
Auto Focus  
Focus detection zone  
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):  
•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.*  
•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 “  
” appears.  
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. 18). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,  
the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend-  
ing on the distance between the camcorder and the  
subject. When Tele Macro (੬ pg. 27) is activated, the  
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.  
EN  
29  
Manual Focus  
NOTE:  
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder  
adjustments (੬ pg. 14). If you haven’t, do so before  
continuing.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
1
2
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on  
“FOCUS”.  
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS  
No indication  
during  
recording  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4NEXT  
3 to “MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “  
” appear. The  
focus is locked at this point.  
Menu Screen  
ADJUST FOCUS  
FOCUS  
To farther subject . . .  
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “  
blinks.  
AUTO  
MANU  
” appears and  
Go to step 5.  
To nearer subject . . .  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears  
No indication  
during  
recording  
EXIT  
and blinks.  
Focus Menu Screen  
Go to step 5.  
END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU  
END”.  
5
6
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
disppears and “  
is locked.  
” reappears to indicate the focus  
Manual Focus Screen  
NOTES:  
● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.  
● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from  
step 1.  
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto  
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you  
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,  
sharply focused images cannot be obtained when  
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at  
longer focal lengths.  
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or  
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
30  
EN  
Exposure Control  
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best  
available picture quality, but you can override and make  
the adjustment manually.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
Screen appears.  
1
Select Dial  
MENU Jog Dial  
ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU  
SCREEN  
Viewfinder  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “EXPOSURE” and press it.  
MENU  
2
3
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control  
level counter) appears.  
No indication  
during  
recording  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4
NEXT  
Menu Screen  
ADJUST EXPOSURE  
To brighten the image . . .  
4 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure  
control level counter increases (maximum +06).  
Go to step 5.  
EXPOSURE  
AUTO  
MANU  
To darken the image . . .  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure  
control level counter decreases (maximum –06).  
Go to step 5.  
No indication  
during  
recording  
EXIT  
Exposure Menu Screen  
END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
5
6
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU  
END”.  
00  
Exposure  
control  
level  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
disappears and the exposure control level counter  
reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.  
counter  
Manual Exposure Screen  
To brighten the image  
NOTES:  
● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 3.  
● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step  
1.  
–
06  
+
06  
To darken the image  
EN  
31  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
Manual White Balance Adjustment  
(M.W.B.)  
Menu Screen  
4
MENU END  
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.  
However, the more advanced camcorder operator would  
prefer to control this function manually and achieve a  
more professional color/tint reproduction.  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
4
NEXT  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu  
1
M. W. B.  
Screen appears.  
M.W.B.  
Menu Screen  
AUTO  
: FINE  
ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU  
: CLOUD  
: HALOGEN  
SCREEN  
MWB  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “M.W.B.”, then press it.  
2
EXIT  
SELECT WHITE BALANCE  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the required white balance.  
3
“AUTO” ................... Automatic adjustment  
“
“
“
: FINE” ............. Outdoors on sunny day  
: CLOUD” ........ Outdoors on cloudy day  
: HALOGEN” ... Light source is halogen or  
tungsten lamp  
“MWB” .................... When using a personal White  
Balance Setting stored in  
memory (see below.)  
MENU  
Jog Dial  
CLOSE MENU  
Select Dial  
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen  
reappears. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to  
exit the Menu Screen.  
4
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.  
NOTES:  
● To switch to automatic white balance  
adjustment, set the M.W.B. in the Menu  
Screen to “AUTO”, or turn the Select Dial to  
“AUTO LOCK”.  
PREPARE WHITE OBJECT  
● Re-adjust the White Balance when the  
lighting has changed, when the camcorder  
has been turned off and on again, or when  
the Select Dial’s position has been changed.  
● When adjusted by putting colored paper in  
front of the subject in step 1 of “MWB”, 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  
approximates to green, orange or purple  
respectively.  
Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a  
1
2
3
sheet of white paper.  
SELECT MWB  
Follow step 1 through 3 of the above, select  
“MWB”.  
MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE  
Press the MENU Jog Dial until “MWB” begins  
blinking. “MWB” blinks while the white balance is  
being stored in memory, then the Menu Screen  
reappears when memorization is complete.  
CLOSE MENU  
● It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a  
color monitor when adjusting the white  
balance (੬ pg. 35).  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
32  
EN  
Self-Timer  
Recording  
Start/Stop Button  
You can set the delay between pressing the Recording  
Start/Stop Button and the actual start of recording. If you  
secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the  
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.  
NOTE:  
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode  
before performing the following steps.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO  
Select Dial  
1
2
3
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
MENU Jog Dial  
ACCESS INT. TIME MENU SCREEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
Viewfinder  
MENU  
Menu  
Screen  
4
MENU END  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
DATE TIME  
AUTO  
SET INTERVAL TIME  
DEC 25.98  
TELE MACRO OFF  
TAPE LENGTH T30  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar  
to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial.  
The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is  
placed on “MENU END”.  
M. W. B.  
AUTO  
ZOOM SPEED FAST  
4
NEXT  
CLOSE MENU  
Press the MENU Jog Dial.  
4
BACK  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
4
5
GR-AX847 only  
TALLY LAMP ON  
TITLE LANG.  
JLIP ID NO.  
ENGLISH  
07  
START DELAYED RECORDING  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the  
selected time has elapsed, recording begins  
automatically.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4
MENU END  
To Cancel Self-Timer . . .  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
... Before the recording begins, press the Recording Start/  
Stop Button to display “  
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.  
”, then set “INT.  
PAUSE  
OFF  
OFF  
15 S  
1 4 S  
1 2 S  
1 S  
30 S  
1 MIN  
5 MIN  
5 S  
EXIT  
EXIT  
INT. TIME Menu  
REC TIME Menu  
INT. TIME Indicator  
INT. TIME and  
REC TIME  
indications on the  
normal screen  
15S  
1S  
REC TIME Indicator  
EN  
33  
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 Select Dial to any position except  
Turn the Select Dial to any position except  
1
2
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.  
1
2
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.  
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the  
Menu Screen.  
RECORDINGS  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “INT. TIME”, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The INT. TIME Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
START RECORDING  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.  
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the  
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the  
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.  
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the  
Menu Screen.  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after  
focusing on the subject. The recording stops  
automatically after the selected period of time.  
3
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 the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
Recording and intervals alternate  
automatically.  
4
5
NOTES:  
RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE  
● For best results, make sure the camcorder is  
secured when shooting in Animation or Time-  
Lapse mode.  
To release when “  
” is displayed, set  
PAUSE  
“REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu  
Screen to “OFF”. To release when  
” and “REC ” are not displayed,  
● 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.  
● Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse are  
canceled when the power is shut off or when the  
cassette is ejected.  
“
PAUSE  
press the Recording Start/Stop Button to display  
”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT.  
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.  
“
PAUSE  
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter  
34  
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 illustra-  
tion 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 compart-  
ment 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. This may take around 10 seconds. Do  
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then insert  
your finger in the hole on the underside of the  
adapter as shown in the illustration at left, push up  
and remove the cassette.  
4
Sliding latch  
Reels  
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  
35  
There are three basic types of connections. When making  
the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV  
instruction manuals.  
A
Connection To A VCR (Editing, Dubbing  
and Playback)  
When  
connecting  
the cables,  
open the  
jack cover.  
(GR-AX847  
only)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
To AUDIO and VIDEO  
OUT connectors  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
Audio and Video  
cables (optional)  
1
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and  
those on the VCR.  
SUPPLY POWER  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
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  
B
Connectors (Playback ONLY)  
NOTE:  
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV  
To AUDIO, VIDEO  
and RF DC OUT  
connectors  
As shown in the illustration at left, connect the  
1
2
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and  
those on the TV.  
RF unit RF-V5U  
SELECT MODE  
(optional)  
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  
36  
EN  
PLAY/PAUSE  
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
FF  
REW  
SELECT MODE  
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power  
indicator lights.  
2
3
4
STOP  
PLAY BACK  
Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears.  
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 Switch  
NOTE:  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5  
minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power  
Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.  
Recording mode indicator  
Tape running  
indicator  
SP  
4
M–0:23:45  
4
3
: Playback  
: Fast-Forward/  
Forward Search  
: Rewind/Reverse  
Search  
2
Tape counter  
6 : Still Playback  
PLAYBACK Features  
EN  
37  
Tracking  
AT  
This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that  
appear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is Auto  
Tracking. Manual Tracking is also available.  
ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode.  
1
Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear.  
•To return to Auto Tracking, press the MENU Jog  
Dial. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes,  
the indication disappears.  
NOTES:  
● When noise bars appear during playback, the  
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is  
displayed.  
● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on  
other VCRs or camcorders.  
MENU Jog Dial  
PLAYBACK Features (cont.)  
38  
EN  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Still Playback  
To pause during playback.  
COUNTER R/M  
OPERATION:  
1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during  
playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press  
PLAY/PAUSE again.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome during Still  
Playback. This is normal.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
FF  
NOTE:  
REW  
STOP  
FEATURE:  
PURPOSE:  
Shuttle Search  
To allow high-speed search in either  
direction.  
OPERATION:  
Forward Search  
1) Press FF during playback.  
Reverse Search  
1) Press REW during playback.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may  
become monochrome or darken in  
Shuttle Search. This is normal.  
NOTE:  
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 1 second. The counter  
resets to “0:00:00”.  
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than  
1 second. “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 Fast-Forward and Rewind  
modes.  
● To disable Counter Memory  
Function, press COUNTER R/M for  
less than 1 second so the “M”  
disappears.  
TAPE DUBBING  
EN  
39  
Tape Dubbing  
CONNECT EQUIPMENT  
Following the illustration at left, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR.  
1
2
PLAY/PAUSE  
PREPARE FOR DUBBING  
Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”, turn  
on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate  
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.  
SELECT VCR MODE  
Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.  
3
4
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot  
just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
Power Switch  
START EDITING  
Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s  
Record mode.  
When connecting  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
5
6
7
the cables, open  
the jack cover.  
(GR-AX847 only)  
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY  
Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press  
PAUSE on the camcorder.  
Audio and Video  
cables (optional)  
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then  
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN  
connectors  
VCR (Recording deck)  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX847 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.  
40  
EN  
INSTALLING THE BATTERY  
A
B
C
1
2
PULL OUT BATTERY  
2
3
a
2
3
1
3
1
HOLDER  
Release  
tab  
A
1
Type  
Type  
Type  
: Pull out by inserting a pointed  
Lock hole  
1
a
1
instrument into slot  
.
B
C
: Pull out while sliding the lock  
hole.  
: Pinch the release tab and pull  
out.  
1
2
#
1
7
%
2
7
8
9
0
!
@
$
8
9
INSERT BATTERY  
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  
(provided with  
GR-AX847 only)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
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 Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 18)  
—
3 PLAY Button  
4 STOP Button  
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 36)  
Stop (੬ pg. 36)  
—
5 REW Button  
Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (੬ pg. 19)  
Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 36, 38)  
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 46)  
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. 41)  
—
—
Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 41)  
—
Pause (੬ pg. 38)  
Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 19)  
FF/FF Shuttle Search (੬ pg. 36, 38)  
@ A.DUB Button  
# PAUSE IN Connector  
$ MBR SET Button  
% VISS Button  
—
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 47)  
—
੬ pg. 43  
੬ pg. 42  
—
—
Index Code marking (੬ pg. 41)  
^ VCR CTL Button  
& R.A.EDIT Buttons  
—
—
੬ pg. 42  
੬ pg. 44  
# — & : RM-V700U only.  
EN  
41  
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  
15°  
Instead of performing steps 1 through  
4 on pg. 32 (“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).  
Remote sensor  
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 “INT. TIME” 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. 33 (“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,  
5S and No indication (off).  
Interval Timer Indicator  
Viewfinder  
2) Release  
Index Code  
Marking  
1MIN  
1 2S  
INDEX  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5  
on pg. 33, press REC TIME on the  
remote control until the Rec Time  
indicator disappears.  
Time-Lapse  
1) Set  
Rec Time Indicator  
Instead of performing steps 1 through  
3 on pg. 33 (“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,  
5S and No indication (off).  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5  
on pg. 33, press INT. TIME and REC  
TIME on the remote control until the  
indicators disappear.  
START/STOP  
VISS  
NOTE:  
Also refer to pgs. 32 and 33.  
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 during  
marking.  
If VISS is pressed during Record-  
Standby mode, the mark is placed  
where START/STOP is pressed.  
RM-V705U  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
OR  
(provided with  
GR-AX847 only)  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX847 only) (cont.)  
42  
EN  
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]  
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the  
source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic  
editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily  
MBR SET  
VCR CTL  
performed when the optional RM-V700U MBR (Multi-  
Brand Remote, ੬ pg. 40) is set to operate with your  
brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be  
performed by operating the VCR manually.  
Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is  
installed in the remote control RM-V700U (੬ pg. 40).  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
0
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
VCR CODE LIST  
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR  
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
VCR BRAND BUTTONS  
1
2
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).  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
NAME  
(A) (B)  
GE  
1
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
4
PHILIPS  
1
3
2ꢀ  
3
PANASONIC  
1
1
1
9
1
9
9
6
6
9
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
`
•The code is automatically set once you release the  
MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.  
HITACHI  
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
OPERATE VCR  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
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).  
ꢀ
RCA  
MAGNAVOX  
9
1
7
7
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
SANYO  
SHARP  
SONY  
3
3
1
1
6
6
3
3
6
6
6ꢀ  
5
5ꢀ  
`
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1
You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.  
MITSUBISHI  
NEC  
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
IMPORTANT  
3
3
7ꢀ  
8
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.  
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6
NOTES:  
ꢀ
TOSHIBA  
ZENITH  
● 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.  
1
6
EN  
43  
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
CONNECT TO . . .  
A
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
1
Open the cover  
(GR-AX847 only)  
B
C
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH  
R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR  
To J terminal  
(JLIP)  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT  
connectors  
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
B
A
VCR OTHER THAN TYPE OR  
Editing cable  
(optional, ø3.5  
mini-plug cable)  
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s  
Pause-In jack.  
Audio and  
Video cables  
(optional)  
PREPARE CAMCORDER  
Insert a recorded tape and set the Power Switch to  
“PLAY”.  
2
3
C
A B  
To Remote  
PAUSE  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO IN  
connectors  
PREPARE VCR  
Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).  
To Pause-In  
VCR  
(Recording deck)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX847 only) (cont.)  
44  
EN  
SELECT SCENES  
PLAY/PAUSE  
FF  
ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER  
DISPLAY  
STOP  
Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press ON/OFF and the  
1
2
3
counter display appears in the viewfinder and the  
screen of the connected TV.  
REW  
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.  
REGISTER END OF SCENE  
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.  
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene  
(as many as 8).  
4
5
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
MAKE CORRECTIONS  
Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the  
FF  
PAUSE  
most recently registered point.  
REW  
PLAY  
IN/OUT  
ON/OFF  
CANCEL  
NOTES:  
● There must be at least one second between an in-point  
and its corresponding out-point.  
● To ensure correct operation, there should be at least 15  
seconds between an out-point and the next in-point.  
● Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points  
or out-points.  
● If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point,  
the VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing  
doesn’t take place.  
● Pressing ON/OFF 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.  
IN  
0:00:25  
OUT  
--:--:--  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:00:25  
0:00:00  
IN  
OUT  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0:00:25  
0:01:05  
0:03:18  
0:02:33  
0:04:11  
0:03:31  
0:02:53  
--:--:--  
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0:04:11  
0:01:13  
EN  
45  
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
Edited tape (VCR)  
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING  
Press the MENU Jog Dial on the camcorder, and the  
previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in  
the specified order.  
While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene  
which is beging copied is shown with a blinking  
highlight.  
STOP  
END AUTOMATIC EDITING  
When all selected scenes have been copied, the  
camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.  
Press STOP on both units. To make the R.A. Edit  
counter display disappear, press ON/OFF.  
3
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the  
editing cable and the audio/video cable.  
NOTES:  
C
● If you performed step 1  
on page 43 (“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.  
MENU Jog Dial  
● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited  
tape with certain VCRs.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
ON/OFF  
VCR REC STBY  
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-AX847 only) (cont.)  
46  
EN  
Insert Editing  
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  
COUNTER R/M  
original audio remains unchanged.  
PLAY/PAUSE  
NOTE:  
REW  
FF  
Use the RM-V705U or RM-V700U remote control unit to  
perform this procedure.  
SELECT MODE  
Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
1
STOP  
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT  
Play back the tape, locate the point and press  
2
3
PAUSE on the camcorder or the remote control.  
RESET COUNTER  
Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than  
1 second to reset the tape counter, then press again  
for less than 1 second and make sure “M” appears.  
Power Switch  
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 exactly at the point  
where the new scene should start.  
4
5
Tape Counter  
M–0:12:34  
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE  
Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing  
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert mode  
is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed  
at appears on the screen, go to the next step.  
Viewfinder  
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Press 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  
Press STOP.  
NOTES:  
START/STOP  
● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 19) can be performed.  
● The tape may stop slightly before or after the desig-  
nated end point, and noise bars may appear. Neither  
indicates a defect in the unit.  
REW  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
REW  
● Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing  
mode.  
INSERT  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V705U  
(provided with  
GR-AX847 only)  
OR  
EN  
47  
Audio dubbing indicator  
Audio Dubbing  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape  
(normal audio only).  
e
4
M–0:05:20  
Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure  
(੬ pg. 46) before continuing.  
•The sound comes from the built-in microphone.  
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.  
Viewfinder  
Microphone  
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB-STANDBY  
MODE  
Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing  
2
3
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.  
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING  
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 microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s  
volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.  
A. DUB  
RM-V705U  
(provided with  
GR-AX847 only)  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
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, 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.  
● 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  
48  
EN  
LENS COVER  
After Use  
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.  
Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.  
Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close  
the lens cover.  
Set to “POWER OFF”.  
BATT. RELEASE  
Cleaning The Camcorder  
EJECT  
CLEAN EXTERIOR  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
1
CLEAN LENS  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with  
2
3
lens cleaning paper.  
PUSH  
CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
Remove.  
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.  
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack  
has been removed or other power units have been  
disconnected.  
Marks  
● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
EN  
49  
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.  
● 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.  
Recording does not start.L  
● The camcorder Power switch has not been set to  
“CAMERA” (੬ pg. 16).  
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.  
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. 38).  
Rewinding or fast-forwarding  
cannot be performed.  
● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.  
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)  
50  
EN  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
OTHER  
The tape won’t eject.  
● The battery pack is running low.  
Some functions are not available.  
● The 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. This is not a defect of  
the camcorder.  
The viewfinder and the lens have  
become dirty (ex. fingerprints).  
● Wipe them gently with soft cloth.  
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.  
● 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, consult your  
nearest JVC dealer.  
The image is out of focus.  
● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 14).  
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation  
of Auto Focus (੬ pg. 28).  
The date and time displays  
disappear.  
● 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.  
The wrong date and time are  
displayed/recorded.  
● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 11),  
the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be  
sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.  
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  
EN  
51  
1 2 3 4  
5
6 7  
30MIN  
REC SP  
TWILIGHT  
4
S.LX  
T30  
8
0
%
&
^
*
444  
9
NORM 01  
LENS COVER MWB  
PAUSE  
!
5MIN  
1 4S TAPE END  
(
@
$
)
#
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
DEC 25.98 AM 11:45:18  
Viewfinder Indications  
1 Cassette Warning/  
@ Interval Timer/Recording Time/  
Tape Remaining Time ......................... ੬ pg. 17  
5Sec. Rec Mode Indicator ............ ੬ pgs. 19,32  
# Instant Title Display ............................ ੬ pg. 25  
$ Date/Time Display .............................. ੬ pg. 20  
% Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator  
When no cassette is inserted: the cassette (  
warning blinks.  
When Erase Protection tab is not in the position  
that allows recording: the cassette ( ) warning  
lights. Otherwise, the tape remaining time is  
displayed and the tape remaining time warning  
blinks when the tape is about to reach its end.  
When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and a  
tape is loaded: the cassette (  
displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab’s  
position.  
)
Changes as follows according to the battery  
pack’s remaining power level:  
“
”. When the power is  
almost gone, the indicator “ ” blinks (battery  
power warning), then the unit shuts off. Replace  
the battery pack with a fully charged one.  
Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened  
) mark is  
squares —  
— does not necessarily mean  
2 Recording Mode (SP/EP) Indicator....... ੬ pg. 12  
3, 9 Program AE Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 22  
that the battery pack is fully charged.  
^ Focus Indicator ................................... ੬ pg. 29  
& Exposure Control Level Counter ......... ੬ pg. 30  
* White Balance Mode Indicator ........... ੬ pg. 31  
( Clock Battery Warning  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the  
Select Dial is switched from one position to  
another. Then only the indicator remains at 9.  
3, 0 Fade-Standby Indicator .................. ੬ pg. 24  
Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the power is  
turned on. This display also blinks when the  
clock (lithium) battery is either not installed or  
has discharged. Install or replace the old battery  
with a new one (੬ pg. 10).  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when the  
Fader is engaged by pressing the EFFECT button.  
Then only the indicator remains at 0.  
4 Multi-Function Control Indication ......੬ pg. 24  
Displayed when any of the buttons located on  
the Multi-Function Control is pressed. The  
indication disappears within approx. 2 seconds.  
) •Tape End Display: TAPE END ........... ੬ pg. 17  
Appears when the end of the tape is reached  
during playback, recording or fast-forward.  
5 Super LoLux Indicator ......................... ੬ pg. 25  
6 Tape Length Indicator ......................... ੬ pg. 12  
7 Zoom Indicator Bar............................. ੬ pg. 18  
8 Recording Indicator ............................ ੬ pg. 16  
! •Record–Standby Mode Indicator ......੬ pg. 16  
•Condensation Warning:  
When this indication appears, all functions  
except tape eject and power on/off are  
disabled. Turn the unit off (without removing  
the power source) for a few hours, and when  
you turn it on again the indication should  
disappear.  
•Lens Cover Warning:  
LENS COVER ...................................੬ pg. 17  
INDEX Controls  
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Controls  
Connectors  
1 Power Zoom Button ........................... ੬ pg. 18  
) DC IN Jack ......................................... ੬ pg. 9  
2 Select Dial ......................................... ੬ pg. 22  
3 Multi-Function Control  
The jacks q to r are located beneath the jack  
cover. (GR-AX847 only)  
q J terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)  
Connector.]  
•EFFECT Button ................................. ੬ pg. 24  
•WIDE Button ................................... ੬ pg. 24  
•TITLE Button .................................... ੬ pg. 25  
•SUPER LOLUX Button ..................... ੬ pg. 25  
•Connect the editing cable when performing  
Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 42 – 45).  
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device  
such as a personal computer.  
For further details consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR  
is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with  
a JLIP terminal.  
4 PUSH Button...................................... ੬ pg. 13  
5 Recording Mode [SP/EP] Button ......... ੬ pg. 12  
6 DATE/TIME Button ............................. ੬ pg. 20  
COUNTER R/M Button ....................... ੬ pg. 38  
7 5SEC. REC [5-sec recording] Button ... ੬ pg. 19  
8 REW Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 36  
w VIDEO OUT Connector ..................... ੬ pg. 35  
e RF DC OUT Connector ...................... ੬ pg. 35  
r AUDIO OUT Connector .................... ੬ pg. 35  
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ...... ੬ pg. 19  
9 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... ੬ pg. 36  
0 FF Button ........................................... ੬ pg. 36  
RETAKE F Button ................................ ੬ pg. 19  
Indicators  
t Power Indicator .................................. ੬ pg. 16  
y Tally Lamp (GR-AX847 only) .............. ੬ pg. 16  
! STOP Button ...................................... ੬ pg. 36  
@ EJECT Switch ...................................... ੬ pg. 13  
# Function Navigator Dial  
[MENU Jog Dial] ................................ ੬ pg. 11  
Other Parts  
u Video Light (GR-AX847 only) ............. ੬ pg. 21  
$ LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch  
(GR-AX847 only) ................................ ੬ pg. 21  
% BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... ੬ pg. 8  
^ Diopter Adjustment ............................ ੬ pg. 14  
& Recording Start/Stop Button................ ੬ pg. 16  
* Power Switch ................................ ੬ pg.16, 36  
( LENS COVER Switch .......................... ੬ pg. 16  
i Microphone ....................................... ੬ pg. 47  
o •Camera sensor  
Be careful not to cover this area; built-in  
here is the sensor necessary for shooting.  
•Remote Sensor (GR-AX847 only) ..... ੬ pg. 41  
p Clock Battery Compartment ............... ੬ pg. 10  
Q Battery Pack Mount ............................ ੬ pg. 8  
W Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ ੬ pg. 15  
E Electronic Viewfinder ......................... ੬ pg. 14  
R Grip Strap .......................................... ੬ pg. 14  
T Tripod Mounting Socket ..................... ੬ pg. 15  
INDEX Terms  
54  
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A
N
AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 8  
Animation Recording .............................. pg. 33, 41  
Audio Dubbing ....................................... pg. 47  
Auto Date Record ................................... pg. 20  
Auto Focus.............................................. pg. 28  
Auto Mode Lock Mode ........................... pg. 23  
Auto Mode Release Mode ....................... pg. 23  
ND Effect Mode ...................................... pg. 23  
P
Playback ................................................. pg. 36  
Program AE with Special Effects .............. pg. 22, 23  
Provided Accessories .............................. pg. 6  
Q
B
Quick Review ......................................... pg. 19  
Battery Pack ............................................ pg. 8, 55  
Brighten the Image .................................. pg. 30  
R
Random Assemble Editing ....................... pg. 42–45  
Recording, Advanced Features ................ pg. 22–33  
Recording ............................................... pg. 16  
Recording, Start/Stop............................... pg. 16, 17  
Recording Mode Setting.......................... pg. 12  
Record-Standby ...................................... pg. 16  
Remote Control Unit ............................... pg. 40  
Remove Cassette ..................................... pg. 13  
Retake..................................................... pg. 19  
Rewind Tape ........................................... pg. 36  
C
Car Battery .............................................. pg. 9  
Cassette Adapter ..................................... pg. 34  
Charge Marker ........................................ pg. 9  
Charging the Battery Pack ....................... pg. 8  
Clock (Lithium) Battery ........................... pg. 10  
Connection to a VCR/TV ......................... pg. 35  
Contents ................................................. pg. 7  
Counter Memory ..................................... pg. 38  
S
D
Self-Timer ............................................... pg. 32, 41  
Sepia Mode............................................. pg. 23  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ...................... pg. 15  
Shuttle Search ......................................... pg. 38  
Specifications.......................................... pg. 57  
Sports Mode............................................ pg. 23  
Still Playback .......................................... pg. 38  
Super LoLux ............................................ pg. 25  
Darken the Image ................................... pg. 30  
Date/Time Insert...................................... pg. 20  
Date/Time Setting.................................... pg. 11  
DEMO Mode .......................................... pg. 27  
Discharge the Battery pack...................... pg. 8  
Diopter Adjust......................................... pg. 14  
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ...................... pg. 23  
Erase Protection ...................................... pg. 13  
Exposure Control .................................... pg. 30  
T
Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 36  
Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 39  
Tape Length Setting ................................. pg. 12  
Time-Lapse Shooting ............................... pg. 33, 41  
Tracking .................................................. pg. 37  
Tripod Mounting ..................................... pg. 15  
Twilight Mode ......................................... pg. 23  
F
Fade-in/out ............................................. pg. 24  
Fast-Forward Tape ................................... pg. 36  
5Sec. Rec ................................................ pg. 19  
G
V
Grip Adjustment...................................... pg. 14  
Video Light ............................................. pg. 21  
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................ pg. 14  
Viewfinder, indications............................ pg. 51  
H
High Speed Shutter Mode ....................... pg. 23  
I
W
Index Code Marking ............................... pg. 41  
Insert Cassette ......................................... pg. 13  
Insert Editing ........................................... pg. 46  
Instant Titles ............................................ pg. 25  
White Balance Adjustment ...................... pg. 31  
Wide Mode ............................................. pg. 24  
Z
Zooming ................................................. pg. 18  
M
Manual Focus ......................................... pg. 29  
MBR Code Setting ................................... pg. 42  
CAUTIONS  
EN  
55  
DANGER:  
Battery Packs  
The supplied battery pack is a  
nickel-cadmium battery. Before  
using the supplied battery pack  
or an optional battery pack, be  
sure to read the following  
cautions:  
Video Light  
•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 for some time.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
Terminals  
.... do not burn.  
•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 tempera-  
tures are within the tolerances shown in the  
chart below. This is a chemical reaction type  
battery—cooler temperatures impede  
chemical reaction, while warmer tempera-  
tures 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  
NOTES:  
●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging.............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)  
Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)  
●Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
General Battery Precautions  
•When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is  
not functioning even when correctly operated, the  
battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.  
•Use only the following battery:  
●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
C-P6U or C-P7U..................... AA (R6) size  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.  
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when  
replacing the battery.  
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it  
can leak or explode.  
3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.  
4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored  
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage  
which can cause malfunctions.  
CAUTIONS (cont.)  
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EN  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
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.  
.... do not open the front tape cover. This  
exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.  
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. Be sure to  
hold the main unit with both hands or use  
the grip.  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap.  
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
.... out of direct sunlight.  
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong  
magnetic fields (such as those generated by  
motors, transformers or magnets).  
.... vertically, in their original cases.  
About moisture condensation . . .  
● You may 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.  
Main Unit  
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .  
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.  
.... disassemble or modify the unit.  
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.  
Keep it away from metallic objects when not  
in use.  
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects  
to enter the unit.  
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
.... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder is not in use.  
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe  
damage to the video tape, and can lead to  
internal damage to the camcorder itself.  
Serious malfunctioning  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or  
dust.  
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as  
near a cooking stove.  
.... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
.... near a television set.  
.... 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  
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57  
VIDEO  
Output  
Format  
Power source  
Power consumption  
•GR-AX847 light on : 8.0 W  
•GR-AX847 light off : 5.1 W  
: VHS NTSC standard  
: DC 6V  
: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (via VIDEO  
OUT connector)  
AUDIO  
Output  
•GR-AX247  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: 5.0 W  
: NTSC-type  
: –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm  
(via AUDIO OUT  
connector)  
: FM recording  
: Converted sub-carrier  
direct recording  
Conforms to VHS  
standard  
AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER  
(AA-V15U)  
Color  
Power requirement  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,  
50/60 Hz  
Cassette  
Tape speed  
:
cassette  
Power consumption  
Output  
Charge  
VTR  
Charging system  
: 23 W  
SP  
EP  
:
:
33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)  
11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
: Constant current,  
peak detection,  
timer controlled  
: 140 (W) x 42 (H) x  
68 (D) mm (5-9/16” x  
1-11/16” x 2-11/16”)  
: Approx. 300 g (0.71 lbs)  
Recording time (max.)  
SP  
EP  
: 40 minutes  
: 120 minutes  
(with TC-40 cassette)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C  
(32°F to 104°F)  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
: 35% to 80%  
: –20°C to +50°C  
(–4°F to 122°F)  
CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
: 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  
•GR-AX847  
•GR-AX247  
Dimensions  
(Including viewfinder)  
•GR-AX847  
: Approx. 790 g (1.8 lbs)  
: Approx. 800 g (1.8 lbs)  
Weight  
Accessory  
: 113 (W) x 117 (H) x  
222 (D) mm (4-1/2” x  
4-5/8” x 8-3/4”)  
: 113 (W) x 117 (H) x  
242 (D) mm (4-1/2” x  
4-5/8” x 9-9/16”)  
Provided Accessories ...................... ੬ pg. 6  
•GR-AX247  
Optional Accessories  
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U  
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3U  
•Battery Charger BH-VC10U  
CAMERA  
•Car Battery Cord AP-V7U  
•RF Unit RF-V5U  
•Compact VHS-C Cassettes TC-40/30/20  
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
•Remote Control Unit RM-V700U  
Pick up  
Lens  
: 1/4” format CCD  
: F1.6, f = 3.8 to 83.6 mm,  
22:1 power zoom lens  
with auto iris and macro  
control, filter diameter  
46 mm  
Viewfinder  
:
Electronic viewfinder with  
• 0.55” color LCD  
(GR-AX847)  
Some acccessories are not available in some areas.  
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on  
accessories and their availability.  
• 0.5” B/W CRT  
(GR-AX247)  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless  
otherwise indicated.  
E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to  
change without notice.  
White balance  
adjustment  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  

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