GR-AX460
GR-AX360
GR-AX260
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
YU30052-562-1
Compact VHS
PAL
ENGLISH
(GR-AX460 shown)
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. 3).
· Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to
read these as well.
· Basic and advanced features/operation are
separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (
pgs. 36, 37) and
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.
before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that
follow and cautions (
pgs. 38, 39). They
contain extremely important information
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS:
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
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.
Camcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
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 Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/
EEC.
Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of
properly.
This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording is possible
anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/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.)
NOTES:
The rating plate (serial number plate) and
safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
back of the main unit.
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.
PAL
2
Programme AE with Special Effects (
pg. 14)
Intelligent Function Control (
pg. 16 23)
14x Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (
pg. 11)
EasyEdit (Random Assemble
Editing) (
pg. 30 33)
Desigh-Integrated
Auto Light
(GR-AX460 only)
(
pg. 13)
CONTENTS
MAJOR FEATURES
3
GETTING STARTED
4
Power ............................................ 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery
Removal/Insertion ............................. 6
Date/Time Settings ............................ 6
Viewfinder Adjustment ........................ 7
Tape Length Setting ............................ 7
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 7
Grip Adjustment ................................ 8
Shoulder Strap Attachment ................... 8
Tripod Mounting ................................ 8
Remote Control Unit ........................... 9
RECORDING
10
Basic Recording ............................... 10
Basic Features ................................ 11
Advanced Features ........................... 13
PLAYBACK
26
Using The Cassette Adapter ................ 26
Basic Connections ............................. 27
Basic Playback ................................ 28
Features ....................................... 29
EDITING
30
Tape Dubbing .................................. 30
Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit) ...... 30
Insert Editing .................................. 34
Audio Dubbing ................................ 35
INDEX
36
Controls ........................................ 36
Connectors .................................... 36
Indicators ...................................... 36
Other Parts ................................... 36
Viewfinder .................................... 37
CAUTIONS
38
TROUBLESHOOTING
40
SPECIFICATIONS
41
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
41
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
PAL
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
· Lithium Battery CR2025
· Cassette Adapter C-P7U
·Battery Pack
BN-V12U
·Shoulder Strap
· Remote Control
Unit RM-V704U
(GR-AX460 only)
· Editing cable
·AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) cable
· AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EG
·Cable adapter
4
GETTING STARTED
Power
This camcorder's 3-way power supply system lets you
choose the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
No function is available without power supply.
Use only specified power supply.
Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
SUPPLY POWER
1 Connectthecharger'sACpowercordtoawall
outlet. The power indicator lights.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2 Alignthemarksandslidethebatterypackinthe
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
The CHG. indicator lights.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
3 Whenchargingiscompleted,theENDindicator
lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction
of the arrow.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1 Hookitstopendtothecamcorderandpushthe
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
2 SlideBATT.RELEASEandpulloutthebatterypack.
BATT. PACK
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME
GR-AX460/AX260
GR-AX360
BN-V12U
1 hr. 5 min. (35 min.)
1 hr.
BN-V22U
2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.)
2 hrs. 10 min.
BN-V25U
3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.)
2 hrs. 50 min.
BATT. PACK
CHARGE
DISCHARGE
BN-V12U
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx.
3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V22U
approx. 2 hrs. 10 min.
approx. 7 hrs.
BN-V25U
approx. 2 hrs. 40 min.
approx. 10 hrs.
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH switch
CHG. (charge) indicator
To AC outlet
Marks
END
indicator
Hook on.
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
POWER
indicator
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AX460 only).
**REFRESH
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack
before recharging.
To discharge the battery . . .
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The
REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete.
5
**CHARGE MARKER
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)--you
choose which one means charged and which
means discharged.
NOTES:
The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and
the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.
Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery
pack.
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don't
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.
If you stop recharging or discharging partway through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter's AC cord.
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to
continue.
The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that's been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
Charge marker
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustra-
tion to the left).
NOTES:
When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.
The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can
also be used to charge the battery pack.
When using the optional Car Battery Charger or
Car Battery Cord (AP-V7E), refer to the respective
instruction booklet.
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.
DC OUT terminal
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EG
DC cord
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
To car's
cigarette
lighter
socket
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)