GR-AX860
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
YU30052-552-1
Compact VHS
PAL
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
6
RECORDING
14
Basic Recording ...................... 14
Basic Features ........................ 15
Video Light ........................... 17
Advanced Features .................. 18
Date/Time Insert .................... 18
Snapshot ................................ 19
Digital Image Stabilizer
(D.I.S.) ................................... 20
Exposure Control .................... 20
White Balance Adjustment ...... 21
Focusing ................................ 22
Programme AE With Special
Effects .................................... 24
Fade/Wipe ............................. 26
Using Menu For Detailed
Adjustment ............................. 28
Instant Titles........................... 30
Self-Timer .............................. 32
Animation .............................. 33
Time Lapse ............................. 33
PLAYBACK
34
Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 34
Basic Connections .................... 35
Basic Playback ....................... 36
Features ............................... 37
EDITING
38
Tape Dubbing ......................... 38
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ...38
Insert Editing ......................... 42
Audio Dubbing ........................ 43
USER MAINTENANCE
44
TROUBLESHOOTING
45
INDEX
47
Controls ............................... 47
Connectors ............................ 48
Indicators ............................. 48
Other Parts ........................... 48
Viewfinder ............................ 49
Terms .................................. 50
CAUTIONS
51
SPECIFICATIONS
53
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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.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Using This Instruction Manual
· All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table
Of Contents (
cover page).
· 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. 47 50) and
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before
use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and
cautions (
pgs. 51, 52). They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of your
new camcorder.
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 nontheless 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.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC
Publ. 65.
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 the 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.
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.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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.
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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 and viewfinder playback are
possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BN-
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.)
This 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.
PAL
SOME DO'S AND
DON'TS ON THE SAFE
USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to
meet international safety standards but, like any electrical
equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the
best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to
use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the
mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making
or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the
installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in
any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damanged in any way -- switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unat-
tended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family knows
how to do this. Special arrangements may need to
be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios
so that you are distracted from the requirements of
road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst
driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use
can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the
life of the equipment.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with
wood screws -- to ensure complete safety always
fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with
the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or
moisture.
ABOVE ALL
-- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything
into holes, slots or any other opening in the case
-- this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
-- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment
of any kind -- it is better to be safe than sorry!
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MAJOR FEATURES
REMEMBER
The Logical Choice
The only compact video
cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
Programme AE with Special
Effects (
pg. 24)
Cinema
Sepia
Twilight
Sports
High Speed (1/2000 sec.) Shutter
Classic Film
Strobe
Slow Shutter
Multi Function Control
(
pg. 20 33)
Random Assemble Editing
(
pg. 38 41)
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
Zoom-in
Zoom-out
Digital Wipes and Fades
(
pg. 26)
Black Fader
Blue Fader
Mosaic Fader
Shutter Wipe
Slide Wipe
Corner Wipe
Dissolve
Auto Select
Digital Hyper Zoom (
pg. 15)
Digital Image Stabilizer
(
pg. 20)
Built-In Auto Light (
pg.17)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
8
8
2
2
5
5
4
4
1
1
6
6
3
3
7
7
·AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V11EK
·Battery Pack
BN-V12U
·Cassette Adapter
C-P7U
·Remote Control
Unit RM-V706U
·Editing Cable
·DC Cord
·Lithium Battery
CR2025
·Shoulder Strap
·Cable adapter
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QUICK OPERATION GUIDE
SUPPLY POWER
Using the battery pack
1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to the
camcorder. (Charging procedure,
P. 6)
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into
place.
To remove the battery pack
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery
pack.
SHOOTING
1 Slide the LENS COVER open/close knob to
open the lens cover.
2 Set the power switch to "CAMERA".
-- The power indicator will light and an
image will appear in the viewfinder.
3 Press RECORDING START/STOP.
-- Recording starts.
· To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
press the Recording Start/Stop button once
again.
(For more details,
P. 14)
2 Push in.
1
Hook on.
BATT. RELEASE
3
1
PUSH
Insert.
EJECT
2
2 REW
1
Set to "PLAY"
1
LENS COVER
open/close knob
3 Recording Start/Stop button
2
Set to "CAMERA"
INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE
1 Slide EJECT.
2 Insert a video cassette.
3 Press PUSH.
(For more details,
P. 11)
STOP
3 PLAY/PAUSE
PLAYBACK
1 Set the power switch to "PLAY".
2 Press REW.
-- The tape will automatically stop at the
beginning of the tape.
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.
-- Playback starts and the playback picture
appears in the viewfinder.
·To stop playback, press STOP.
(For more details,
P. 36.)
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS
VCR using the Cassette Adapter.
P. 34