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. 40 42) and familiarize
yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
...... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and
cautions (
pgs. 43, 44). They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of your
new camcorder.
2 EN
PAL
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.
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.)
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.
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.
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.
IMPORTANT
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accord-
ance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured
black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt -- consult a competent electrician.
Program Manager (
pg. 14 23)
Programme AE with Special Effects
(
pgs. 14, 15)
· Auto Mode Lock · Auto Mode Release
· Electronic Fog Filter · ND Effect
· Sepia · Twilight · Sports
· 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter
· 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Integrated Auto Light (GR-AX838/
AX638 only) (
pg. 13)
Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (
pg. 11)
EasyEdit with Random Assemble Editing
(
pg. 31 33)
MAJOR FEATURES
CONTENTS
EN
3
GETTING STARTED
4
Power ................................................... 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ........ 6
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................... 6
Date/Time Setting ..................................... 7
Tape Length Setting .................................... 8
Recording Mode Setting ............................... 8
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ....................... 8
Grip Adjustment ........................................ 9
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................... 9
Tripod Mounting ........................................ 9
RECORDING
10
Basic Recording ...................................... 10
Basic Features ........................................ 11
Advanced Features .................................. 14
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] .............. 31
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
(GR-AX838/AX638 only)
34
Insert Editing ......................................... 36
Audio Dubbing ........................................ 37
TROUBLESHOOTING
38
INDEX
40
Controls ............................................... 40
Connectors ............................................ 41
Indicators ............................................. 41
Other Parts ........................................... 41
Viewfinder ............................................ 42
CAUTIONS
43
SPECIFICATIONS
45
The Logical Choice
The only compact video cassettes that can be used with
your VHS VCR*
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
·AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EG/EK
·Battery Pack
BN-V12U
·Shoulder Strap
·AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) cable
·DC cord
· Remote Control
Unit RM-V705U
(GR-AX838/
AX638 only)
· Cassette Adapter
C-P7U
· Lithium Battery
CR2025 (two for
GR-AX838/AX638,
one for GR-AX338/
AX337)
4 EN
GETTING STARTED
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH switch
CHG. (charge) indicator
Marks
END
indicator
POWER
indicator
ATTENTION:
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.
Hook on.
Push in.
BATT. RELEASE
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.
To AC outlet
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.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1 Hookitstopendtothecamcorderandpushthe
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
2 SlideBATT.RELEASEandpulloutthebatterypack.
APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME
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.
BATT. PACK
GR-AX838
GR-AX638/AX338/AX337
BN-V12U 1 hr. 10 min. (40 min.)
1 hr. 10 min. (40 min.)
BN-V22U 2 hrs. 20 min. (1hr. 25 min.) 2 hrs. 25 min. (1hr. 30 min.)
BN-V25U 3 hrs. 5 min. (1hr. 55 min.)
3 hrs. 10 min. (1hr. 55 min.)
( ): when the video light is on (GR-AX838/AX638 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.
EN
5
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 battey pack, and discharging times are for fully
charged battery pack.
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery
pack.
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Don't
allow it to discharge in container, such as a bag.
If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter's AC cord.
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to
continue.
The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that's been stored
for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.
indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
To AC outlet
To DC
in jack
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V11EG/EK
Car Battery Cord
AP-V7E (optional)
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
DC OUT
terminal
DC cord
To car's
cigarette
lighter
socket
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery
Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the
illustration 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.
6 EN
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to
perform date/time settings.
SWITCH OFF POWER
1 Switchofftheunit'spowerandremovethepower
supply unit.
OPEN COVER
2 Opentheclockbatterycompartmentcoverwhile
pressing the release tab.
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)
3 Insertapointed,non-metallicobjectbetweenthe
battery and the compartment ( A ) and pull the
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
4 Ensuringtheplus(+)sideisup,insertaCR2025
lithium battery and push it in.
CLOSE COVER
5 Closethecompartmentcoveruntilitclicksinplace.
NOTE:
See "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" (
pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
Viewfinder Adjustment
POSITION VIEWFINDER
1 Adjusttheviewfindermanuallyforbestviewability
(see illustration at left).
SELECT MODE
2 SetthepowerswitchtoCAMERA.
ADJUST DIOPTER
3 Turnthediopteradjustmentcontroluntilthe
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
1
2
3
Set POWER to "CAMERA".
A