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INSTRUCTIONS
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-AX880
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
"PRECAUTIONS" (
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON"
(factory-preset).
• Available when the Power Switch
located on the switch.
• Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation
is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
• "DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is turned off.
• To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch
while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode's Setting Menu (so you will not
have to go through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU Wheel
NOTES:
• When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
• If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration
activated on the viewfinder.
pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
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is set to "
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Page 1: Demonstration Mode
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AX880 Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read “PRECAUTIONS” ( pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product. Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”... -
Page 2: Provided Accessories
(for Cassette Adapter) NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
However, live recording and viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. JVC’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Cassette Adapter ... pg. 16 Charge Marker ... pg. 6 Charging The Battery Pack ... pg. 6 Clean The Camcorder ... pg. 27 Connection To a VCR/TV ... pg. 15 Counter Memory ... pg. 14 Date/Time Display ... pg. 20 Date/Time Settings ... -
Page 6: Ac Adapter
To AC outlet CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the camcorder and push the battery in until it locks in place. • If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur. -
Page 7: Date/Time Settings
TV, see DATE/TIME DISP. ( • The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting. ” or “ ”. -
Page 8: Diopter Adjustment
Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. • The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode or detached from the power source. PAUSE Cassette... - Page 9 During Recording CONGRATULATIONS 25. 12. 02 Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. During shooting Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder. Cassette holder Microphone Viewfinder Indications 1/2 S 11 : 45 : 18 pg. 25 for Warning Indications...
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Page 10: Viewfinder, Indications
• MENU Wheel [–, +] ... • TRACKING Wheel [–, +] ... 5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC. REC] ... Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ... • Manual Focus Button [ • Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ... Audio Output Connector [A] ... Video Output Connector [V] ... -
Page 11: Auto Shut Off
To resume normal playback, press 4/6 For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK • The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in the Record-Standby or Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch “OFF”, then to “... -
Page 12: Auto Focus
5Sec. Rec is reserved. 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button Recording starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the camcorder re-enters the Record– Standby mode automatically. 4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. again so that •... -
Page 13: Quick Review
20) to “OFF” in SYSTEM MENU. Quick Review To check the end of the last recording. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record– Standby mode. 2) Press 2 and release quickly. Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the next shot. -
Page 14: Counter Memory
“OFF” and then “PLAY” again. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears. • When noise bars appear during playback, the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” appears. • Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders. -
Page 15: Connection To A Vcr/Tv
Connections To A TV/VCR 1) Make sure all units are turned off. 2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR using the optional video and audio cables. If using both TV and VCR, connect the VCR output to the TV input. -
Page 16: Cassette Adapter
Using The Cassette Adapter Use this to play back an VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. 1) Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one “AA (R6)” size battery, then reattach the cover. -
Page 17: Viewfinder, Indications 9
During Recording CONGRATULATIONS 25. 12. 02 Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. During shooting Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder. Cassette holder Microphone Viewfinder Indications 1/2 S 11 : 45 : 18 pg. 25 for Warning Indications... -
Page 18: Exposure Control
MENU SETTINGS Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch. Press the MENU Wheel Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel select the desired function. • To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU, rotate the MENU Wheel SYSTEM MENU”... -
Page 19: Instant Titles
M.W.B. If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. AUTO : White balance is adjusted automatically. FINE : Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD : Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN : A video light or similar type of lighting is used. -
Page 20: Auto Date Record
( DATE/TIME DISP. Makes the date/time appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor (set DATE/TIME in SYSTEM MENU first • The selected display will be recorded. If you do not want to record the display, select OFF before shooting. -
Page 21: Animation Recording
SCROLL in TITLE SETUP ( to “OFF”. INT. 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 (Time-Lapse). REC MODE should be set to “SP”. - Page 22 • When a tape whose erase protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available. • If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demon- stration activated on the viewfinder.
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Page 23: Fade-In/Out
ADVANCED FEATURES Fade/Wipe Effects Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or wipe-out works at recording end. 1) Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2) Press FADE/WIPE repeatedly until the desired mode appears. -
Page 24: Blue Filter Effect
Programme AE With Special Effects 1) Set the Power Switch to “ down the Lock Button located on the switch. 2) Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode appears. • To cancel the effect, press P.AE until “OFF” appears. • Only one mode can be engaged at a time. •... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem yourself. Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object. • This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the back-ground and the object is great. It is not a defect of the camcorder. - Page 26 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 • If there is dust or dirt on the AC Adapter, wipe it clean before using.
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Page 27: Clean The Camcorder
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. -
Page 28: Specifications
• Compact VHS ( • Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability. : 1 V (p-p ) , 75 Ω unbalanced, analog output (via Video output connector) : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ... - Page 29 Enganche. Conmutador BATTERY RELEASE Batería A la toma de corriente alterna CARGA DE LA BATERIA 1) Asegúrese de que la batería esté colocada en la cámara de video. Enganche el extremo a la cámara de video y presione la batería hacia el interior hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar.
- Page 30 ALMACENAMIENTO DE LAS PILAS: Antes de almacenar los paquetes de pilas por un largo período de tiempo, asegurarse de descargarlos completamente tomando las siguientes medidas para no reducir el rendimiento de la pilas. 1) Coloque la pila en la videocámara sín ningún cassette insertado.
- Page 31 ESPAÑOL — GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC. Colocación/Extracción de un cassette & 1) Deslice EJECT hasta que el compartimiento de cassete se abra. No aplique fuerza para abrirlo.
- Page 32 REPRODUCCIÓN 1) Cargue una cinta. 2) Ajuste el conmutador de alimentación “PLAY” mientras presiona el botón de bloqueo localizado en el conmutador reproducción, presione 4/6 Para interrumpir momentáneamente (reproducción de imágenes fijas), presione 4/6 . Para interrumpir la reproducción, presione 5 .