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COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AX275 ENGLISH The Logical Choice The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR* INSTRUCTIONS LYT0002-025A...
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Dear Customer, 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 ( pg.
MAJOR FEATURES Programme Manager ( Programme AE with Special Effects pgs. 12, 13) • Auto Mode Lock • Auto Mode Release • Electronic Fog Filter • ND Effect • Sepia • Twilight • Sports • 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter •...
BN-V22U BN-V25U USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTACH BATTERY PACK Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place. DETACH BATTERY PACK Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. Push in.
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The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG. indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer. To DC in jack...
Set POWER to “CAMERA”. Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal 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 supply unit. OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab.
MENU PROGRAM AE select dial NEAR – GAIN UP Menu Screen TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME JLIP ID NO. SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME END :MENU KEY Set Time and Date Screen 1. 1. 00 10:4 5 CANCEL Date Time Day/Month/Year 24-hour indication Date/Time Setting SELECT MODE...
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 pg. 10) displayed in the (cont.)
Recording Start/Stop button Grip Adjustment EXPAND LOOP Separate the Velcro strip. 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 lever.
If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use the RETAKE function ( the last recording so you don’t erase any of it. The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 10 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, when the cover is closed.
This is normal. FEATURE: Retake PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments. OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby mode. 2) Press either RETAKE button to reach the start point for new recording. Pressing “F” fast-forwards the tape and pressing “R”...
SYMBOL INDICATION LOCK AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing incorrect operation due to accidental button pressing during shooting. • In this mode the following controls are disabled; FADE, WIDE, TITLE, DISPLAY, M.W.B (Manual...
DIAL VIEWFINDER SYMBOL INDICATION 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 ( for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie. TWILIGHT Twilight Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural and dramatic.
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This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially helpful in the following situations: •When things pass between your subject and the camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your subject in before recording. •When you want your subject to be focused, and to appear in a corner of the screen.
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Power zoom lever NEAR PROGRAM AE select dial Manual Focus NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments ( pg. 6). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.
Function indication FADE Fade-Standby indication FADE SELECT button PROGRAM AE select dial SET button FADE IN FADE OUT Wide mode RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) 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.
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0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 I L I KE YOU CLEAR 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. DISPLAY...
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Record–Standby mode and then select the desired display mode using SET. 25.12.97 AUTO DATE RECORD Your camcorder automatically records the day, month and year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations: •After changing the date.
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To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press SET until the indication disappears, or turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to “AUTO LOCK”. Re-adjust the White Balance when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned on and off again, or when the PROGRAM AE select dial’s position has been changed.
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RECORDING Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with Programme Manager, an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK.
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1/4 S 1/2 S JLIP ID NO. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 07. SET CHARACTER Allows you to input characters.
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Self-Timer You can set the delay between pressing RECORDING START/STOP and the actual start of recording. If you 1MIN secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the 1/2S camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts. NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps.
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NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK, then press MENU.
Recording safety hole PLAYBACK Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading.
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on the VCR. SUPPLY POWER Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
: Still Playback Tape counter NOTE: PLAY/PAUSE Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in “Basic Connections” ( 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.
PLAYBACK Features – COUNTER R/M PLAY/PAUSE STOP FEATURE: Manual Tracking PURPOSE: To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen during playback. OPERATION: 1) Press either +/– button as many times as necessary for best picture. NOTES: To reset TRACKING to the original preset, press both + and –...
SELECT VCR MODE Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes. FIND EDIT-IN POINT To AUDIO and Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot VIDEO OUT just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press connectors PAUSE on the camcorder.
REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this one). You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try...
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NOTES: The RM-V704U/V700U can be used to operate other camcorder functions as well. Point the RM-V704U/V700U at the camcorder’s remote sensor and press any of the following buttons (function apears in parentheses): — ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT) —...
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Editing. The playback deck must be an R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The recording deck can be... a VCR other than JVC, or a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R.A. EDIT connector How to use: — Connect the playback deck and RM-V704U/V700U as AV IN shown on the left.
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. Lock hole RM-V705U (provided)
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Transmitted beam effective area Remote sensor 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.
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is aimed at appears on the screen. BEGIN INSERT EDITING Press RECORDING START/STOP. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and...
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. NOTES: Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate.
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. The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing. Cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have sliding tabs.
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Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks. 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.
Random Assemble Editing ( •It is used to connect the camcorder to a device such as a personal computer. For further detail consult your nearest JVC dealer. Information (in English) is also available at our home page: http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/ DC IN Jack ...
8 when power is turned on. Also displayed for pg. 11 about 5 seconds when clock battery becomes pg. 10 exhausted while using the camcorder. For inserting or replacing the clock pg. 16 battery ... Condensation Warning pg. 22 When this indication appears, all functions are pg.
... remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off. 3. To prevent damage to the camcorder ..replace the battery pack when it begins to deliver less recording time per charge.
Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. For Your Maintenance 1. After Use Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn off the camcorder.
RM-V700U •Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30 •Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U * Some acccessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability. E.&O.E.Design and specifications subject to change without notice. : AC 110 to 240 V`,...