JVC GR-AX11EG User manual

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety informa-
tion and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder.
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 Maxell, Panasonic
(Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025;
use of another battery may present a risk of fire
or explosion.
nDispose of used battery promptly.
nKeep away from children.
nDo not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
PAL
nCamcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be
used with this unit.
nHQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Using This Instruction Manual
•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (Zpg. 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 (Zpg. 48 – 50) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions (Zpg. 51, 52). They contain extremely
important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.
CAUTIONS:
nTo prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
nWhen 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.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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/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.

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n Program Manager II ( Z pg. 18 – 31)
nProgramme AE with Special Effects
(Zpg. 18, 19)
•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
n5Sec.-Rec (5 sec. Recording)
(Zpg. 15)
n 22x Optical Hyper Zoom ( Z pg. 14)
nIntergrated Auto Light
(GR-AX31/AX21 only) (Zpg. 16)
CONTENTS
EN 3
GETTING STARTED 4
Power .............................................. 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ..... 6
Date/Time Setting ................................ 7
Tape Length Setting ............................... 8
Recording Mode Setting .......................... 8
Loading/Unloading A Cassette .................. 9
Grip Adjustment ................................. 10
Viewfinder Adjustment ......................... 10
Shoulder Strap Attachment .................... 11
Tripod Mounting ................................. 11
RECORDING 12
Basic Recording ................................. 12
Basic Features .................................. 14
Advanced Features ............................. 18
PLAYBACK 32
Basic Playback .................................. 32
Features ......................................... 33
Using The Cassette Adapter .................. 35
Basic Connections .............................. 36
TAPE DUBBING 37
USING REMOTE CONTROL
UNIT (GR-AX31/AX21 only) 38
Random Assemble Editing ..................... 40
Insert Editing.................................... 44
Audio Dubbing .................................. 45
TROUBLESHOOTING 46
INDEX 48
Controls ......................................... 48
Connectors ...................................... 48
Indicators ........................................ 48
Other Parts ..................................... 48
Viewfinder Indications ........................ 50
CAUTIONS 51
SPECIFICATIONS 53
MAJOR FEATURES
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V15EG
•Cassette Adapter
C-P7U
• Remote Control Unit RM-V705U
(GR-AX31/AX21 only)
•Battery Pack
BN-V12U
• Lithium Battery CR2025
•x 2 for GR-AX31/AX21
(clock operation and remote
control unit)
•x 1 for GR-AX11
(clock operation)
•Shoulder Strap
•AUDIO/VIDEO
(A/V) Cable
• DC Cord
The Logical Choice
The only compact video cassettes that can be used with
your VHS VCR*
*With Cassette Adapter

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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
Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
outlet.
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
2
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
•The CHG. indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
3
When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite
the direction of the arrow.
REFRESH
The AC power adapter features a REFRESH
function that allows you to fully discharge
the battery pack before recharging.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less
than 5 chargings.
To discharge the battery . . .
..... attach the battery pack to the adapter
as shown in the above illustration.
Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH
indicator lights when discharging
starts, and goes out when discharging
is complete.
CHG. (charge)
indicator
Marks
To AC outlet
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH switch
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.
Push in.
Hook on.
BATT. RELEASE
1
1
2
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.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
ATTACH BATTERY PACK
1
Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the
battery pack in until it locks in place.
DETACH BATTERY PACK
2
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
BATT. PACK GR-AX31 GR-AX21/AX11
BN-V12U 75 (40) 75 (40)
BN-V22U 150 (90) 155 (95)
BN-V25U 200 (120) 200 (120)
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
( ) : when the video light is on. (GR-AX31/AX21 only)

EN 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.
● While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger
does not charge the battery. When disharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.
● 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.
● 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 blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
To DC IN jack
DC cord
DC OUT
terminal
To car’s
cigarette
lighter socket
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EG
Car Battery Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)
To AC outlet
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter
(connect as shown in the illustration above).
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,
refer to the respective instruction booklet.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
the illustration above).
NOTE:
The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
Charge marker

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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
Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power
supply unit.
OPEN COVER
2
Open the clock battery compartment cover while
pressing the release tab.
REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)
3
Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the
battery and the compartment ( A) and pull the
battery out.
INSERT BATTERY
4
Ensure that the plus (+) side is up and insert a
CR2025 lithium battery and push it in.
CLOSE COVER
5
Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.
NOTE:
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” ( Z pg. 2) for information
on safe handling of lithium batteries.
A

EN 7
Date/Time Setting
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
1
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.
SELECT FUNCTION
2
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME
Setting Menu appears.
•If you decide you want to return the date and time
to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial
to move highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then
go to step 6.
•If you want to set only the time without changing
the date, go to step 4.
SET DATE
3
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to the item you want to set and then press it. When
the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog
Dial until the correct setting appears and then press
it. The setting stops blinking.
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with
the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).
SET TIME
4
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. When the
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute
setting stops blinking.
START CLOCK OPERATION
5
When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,
TIME) blinks, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu
Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.
CLOSE MENU
6
Press the MENU Jog Dial.
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the viewfinder and on a
connected TV, see “Date/Time/Character Insert”
( Z pg. 17).
DATE TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
TIME
EXIT
1998
1
1
22:50
MENU
4 MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
4 NEXT
AUTO
AUTO
25. 12. 98
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST
MENU
4 MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
4 NEXT
AUTO
AUTO
1. 1. 98
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST
Select Dial
MENU
Jog Dial
Viewfinder
24-hour
indication
Menu Screen
DATE/TIME Setting Menu

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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Tape Length Setting
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
1
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.
SELECT FUNCTION
2
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE
LENGTH Setting Menu appears.
SET TAPE LENGTH
3
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to the correct setting. T30=30 minutes of recording
time, T45=45 minutes, and T60=60 minutes (in SP).
•If you decide you want to return the tape length to
the previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to
move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
CLOSE MENU
4
Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.
Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to close the
Menu Screen.
NOTES:
● The tape remaining time ( Z pg. 13) is correct only if
the correct tape length has been selected.
● Once you have set the tape length, it remains un-
changed even if the Select Dial is returned to AUTO
LOCK.
Recording Mode Setting
Set depending on your preference.
SET RECORDING MODE
1
First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Press SP/LP
Button for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)
provides higher picture and sound quality and is
better for dubbing, while “LP” (Long Play) is more
economical, providing three times as the recording
time.
NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
MENU
4 MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
4 NEXT
AUTO
AUTO
25. 12. 98
OFF
T60
AUTO
FAST
MENU
4 MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
4 NEXT
AUTO
AUTO
25. 12. 98
OFF
T20
AUTO
FAST
T30
T45
T60
EXIT
TAPE LENGTH
SP T30
Menu Screen
TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu
Viewfinder
MENU Jog Dial
Tape length
indicator
Recording
mode
indicator
SP/LP Recording
Mode Button
Select Dial

EN 9
2
2
3
3
1
1
Erase Protection Gear
Turn to take
up slack.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER
1
Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
2
Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER
3
Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
locked.
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the
slack.
● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position
that allows recording. 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.

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GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Grip Adjustment
EXPAND LOOP
1
Separate the Velcro strip.
INSERT HAND
2
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH
3
Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate
the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom
Button. Refasten the Velcro strip.
Viewfinder Adjustment
POSITION VIEWFINDER
1
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
(see illustration to the left).
SELECT MODE
2
Set the Power Switch to CAMERA.
ADJUST DIOPTRE
3
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Power Zoom Button
1
12
2
3
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

EN 11
CAUTION:
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend
its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.
Tripod Mounting
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN
1
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud
hole. Then tighten the screw.
2
4
32
1
1
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
1
Following the illustration at left, thread the strap
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back
and thread it through the keeper 2, and then
through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to
attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet
4, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.
ADJUST LENGTH
2
Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 2.

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RECORDING Basic Recording
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power ( Z pg. 4)
● Tape Length Setting ( Z pg. 8)
● Recording Mode Setting ( Z pg. 8)
● Grip Adjustment ( Z pg. 10)
LOAD A CASSETTE
1
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.
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE
2
Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch to open
the lens cover, then set the Power Switch to
CAMERA.
•The power indicator lights and the camcorder
enters the Record-Standby mode.
•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”
superimposed upon it.
START SHOOTING
3
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
•“
REC
” appears in the viewfinder while recording is
in progress.
Power
indicator
Tally lamp (GR-AX31/AX21 only)
(lights while recording is in progress)
Power Switch
Start/Stop Button
LENS COVER Switch

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STOP RECORDING
4
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop
recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
NOTES:
● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
● There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the
holder opens. Do not use force.
● The displayed remaining time is approximate.
● The time required to calculate the remaining tape
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
according to the type of tape used.
● The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the
correct tape length has been selected ( Z pg. 8).
● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end,
and the power goes off automatically if left in this
condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears
when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is
loaded.
● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes
without performing Zoom or any other operations, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the
Power Switch to “POWER OFF”, and then back to
“CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.
● If the Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed after the
Record-Standby mode has continued for over
5 minutes, recording may not start immediately.
● If you’re recording on a cassette from the middle (such
as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during
recording), use the Retake function ( Z pg. 15) to find
the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of
it.
● The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds
when the camcorder is turned on when the cover is
closed.
25MIN
120MIN
119MIN
3MIN
2MIN
1MIN
0MIN
MIN
Tape remaining time indicator
(Blinking)
(Blinking)
(Blinking)
Start/Stop Button
(Now calculating)

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RECORDING Basic Features
FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or
an instantaneous change in image
magnification.
OPERATION: Zoom In
Press the “T” of the Power Zoom
Button.
Zoom Out
Press “W” of the Power Zoom
Button.
nZooming speed is available. A total
of 4 zoom speeds are available. 2
speeds can be selected depending
on how hard the Power Zoom
Button is pressed (press the button
fully for regular-speed, press it
lightly for slow-speed), while 2
speed levels (FAST/SLOW) can be
selected in the ZOOM SPEED
Menu depending on the overall
speed you prefer.
The combinations of zoom speeds
are shown in the chart below.
Changing the ZOOM SPEED in the
Menu
1) Set the Select Dial to any position
except AUTO LOCK and press the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
appears.
2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move
the highlight bar to “ZOOM
SPEED”, then press it. The ZOOM
SPEED Setting Menu appears.
3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move
the highlight bar to the desired
speed and press it twice. The
Menu Screen disappears and
setting is completed.
NOTE:
Focusing may become unstable
during Zooming. In this case, set the
zoom while in Record-Standby, lock
the focus by using the manual focus
( Z pg. 27), then zoom in or out in
Record mode.
MENU
4 MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
4 NEXT
AUTO
AUTO
25. 12. 98
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST
ZOOM SPEED
FAST
SLOW
EXIT
Zoom-out
Zoom-in
Menu Screen
Zoom indicator bar
: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.
Zooming Speed ( 1 – 4 in order of speed)
“ZOOM SPEED”
in the Menu
Screen
Pressing the
Power Zoom Button
fully lightly
FAST 1 (fastest) 3
SLOW 2 4 (slowest)
ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu
Select Dial
Power Zoom button
MENU Jog Dial
Viewfinder

EN 15
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check the end of the last
recording.
OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quickly
during the Record-Standby mode.
nTape is rewound for about 2
seconds and played back
automatically, then pauses in
Record-Standby mode for the
next shot.
NOTE: Distortion may occur at start of
playback. 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” forwards
the tape and pressing “R” reverses
it.
3) Press Recording Start/Stop Button
to start recording.
NOTE:
Noise may appear during Retake.
This is normal.
FEATURE: 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
PURPOSE: To record a scene for 5 seconds,
providing quick scene transitions like
those seen in TV programmes.
OPERATION: 1) During Record-Standby, press
5SEC. REC. “ 5S” appears and
5Sec. Rec is reserved.
2) Press Recording Start/Stop Button.
Recording starts, and after
5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record-
Standby mode automatically.
nTo cancel the 5Sec. Rec.
function, press 5SEC. REC again
so that “ 5S” disappears.
NOTE:
The Fader ( Z pg. 20) cannot be
activated by pressing 5SEC. REC.
5S
PAUSE
5SEC. REC
RETAKE (R/F)
Viewfinder
5Sec. Rec mode indicator

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RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)
FEATURE: Video Light (GR-AX31/AX21 only)
PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural
lighting is too dim.
OPERATION: 1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
Switch as required:
ON : Always keeps the light on
as long as the camcorder
is turned on.
AUTO : Automatically turns on
the light when the
camcorder senses
insufficient lighting on the
subject.
OFF : Turns off the light.
nThe video light can only be used
with the camcorder’s power on.
nIt is recommended to set the
white balance (Zpg. 29) to
HALOGEN mode ( ) when you
use the video light.
nWhen not using the video light,
turn it off to save battery power.
NOTES: ●
Even if the battery indicator ( )
does not blink if the battery pack’s
charge is low, the camcorder may
turn off automatically when you
turn on the video light, or when
you start recording with the video
light turned on.
● When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
Switch is set to “AUTO”:
• Depending on the lighting
conditions, the video light may
keep turning on and off. In this
case, manually switch the light
on or off using the LIGHT OFF/
AUTO/ON switch.
• While the Sports or High-Speed
Shutter mode ( Z pg. 19) is
engaged, the light is likely to stay
on.
• While the Twilight mode
( Z pg. 19) is engaged, the light
will not activate.
DANGER
nThe video light can become extremely
hot. Do not touch it either while in
operation or soon after turning it off,
otherwise serious injury may result.
nDo not place the camcorder into the
carrying case immediately after using
the video light, since it remains
extremely hot for some time.
nWhen operating, keep a distance of
about 30 cm. between the video light
and people or objects.
nDo not use near flammable or explosive
materials.
nIt is recommended that you consult your
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the
video light.
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON

EN 17
FEATURE: Date/Time/Character Insert
PURPOSE: To display the date and time in the
viewfinder or on a connected colour
monitor, as well as to record them
manually or automatically.
OPERATION: 1) Turn the Select Dial to any
position except AUTO LOCK.
2) Choose a display mode by
pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly
while in Record-Standby to cycle
through the modes as shown in the
illustration to the left.
nYou should have already
performed the Date/Time Setting
procedure (Z pg. 7). If you
haven’t, do so first.
NOTES: DISPLAY
● The selected display can be
recorded.
● If you don’t want to record the
display, select the Date-off mode
before shooting.
● If you want to delete the display
during shooting, press DATE/TIME.
● To recall the display, engage the
Record-Standby mode and press
DATE/TIME repeatedly until the
desired display appears.
AUTO DATE RECORD
● Your camcorder automatically
records the date for about 5
seconds after recording is initiated
in the following situations:
• After changing the date.
• After loading a cassette.
• After Auto Date Record mode is
selected by pressing DATE/TIME.
In this mode, the date is replaced
after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”
but this is not recorded.
● Setting the Select Dial to AUTO
LOCK always engages the Auto
Date Record mode, and disables
all other modes.
Auto Date
Record mode Date-off mode (No display)
Date display
Time display
Date/Time display
The characters you have set using
Character Generator (Zpg. 22)
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Date display
Time display
Date/Time display
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Auto Date Record mode
DATE/TIME
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Programme AE With Special Effects
All you have to do to access any of the variety of
shooting effects is to turn the Select Dial.
SELECT MODE
1
Turn the Select Dial until the symbol of the function
you want is aligned with the mark.
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are
displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name
disappears, and only the indication remains. The
mode is activated.
•When Auto Mode Lock or Auto Mode Release
mode is selected, only the mode’s name is
displayed. Then the name disappears and the
mode is activated.
NOTES:
● Only one effect can be engaged at a time.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader
( Z pg. 20) is used in the Sepia mode.
● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.
● In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture
colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by
alternating discharge-type light sources such as
flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.
RECORDING Advanced Features
1 second later, the mode is activated.
Viewfinder
After 1 sec.
Mark
Select Dial

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Dial Viewfinder Mode
symbol indication
Auto Mode Lock
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;
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.
Auto Mode Release
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE
Auto Mode Release
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto
Mode Lock.
Electronic
Fog Filter
FG FG : FOG
Electronic Fog Filter
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.
ND Effect
ND ND:ND EFFECT
ND Effect
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on
the subject.
Sepia
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 (Zpg. 20)
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood
movie.
Dial Viewfinder Mode
symbol indication
Twilight
TWILIGHT
Twilight
Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more
natural and dramatic. The following happens when
Twilight mode is selected:
•Auto gain control is turned off.
•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but
can also be manually changed to another mode
(Zpg. 29).
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of
10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-
camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual
focusing (Zpg. 27).
Sports
SPORTS
Sports
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
action.
1/1000 sec.
High Speed Shutter
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1/2000 sec.
High Speed Shutter
1/2000 S1/2000
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High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)
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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.
ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE
1
Press EFFECT to engage the Fade-Standby mode.
•“
B K
FADER” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.
Then “BLACK FADER” disappears, and only “
B K
”
remains.
START OR END RECORDING
2
Press Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-in
or fade-out.
TO CANCEL FADE-STANDBY
MODE
3
While “
B K
” is displayed, press EFFECT.
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the
fade-standby mode is cancelled.
NOTES:
● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button
allows you to record a black blank screen.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is
used with Sepia ( Z pg. 19).
● With the Electronic fog filter mode ( Z pg. 19) engaged,
the image fades in/out to a white screen.
Wide mode
Viewfinder
Wide
This feature allows you to record black bars at the top
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like
“wide-screen” effect.
ENGAGE WIDE MODE
1
Press WIDE.
•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.
NOTE (for Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, and Instant Titles) :
When the Select Dial is turned to AUTO LOCK, the above functions will be set to the Factory settings
(Fade-standby : “OFF”, Wide mode : off, Super LoLux : “MAX”, Instant Titles : off). Then when the Select
Dial is returned to any position except AUTO LOCK, the above functions return to the settings you
selected before turning it to AUTO LOCK. However, if the function is switched during AUTO LOCK, the
selected mode will be set and will remain unchanged even when the Select Dial is turned to any
position except AUTO LOCK.
FADER
4 EFFECT
Fade-in
Fade-out
After 2 sec.
Viewfinder
Recording
Start/Stop
Button
EFFECT
WIDE

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Super LoLux(Gain Up)
Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with
low or poor lighting.
SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE
1
Press SUPER LOLUX repeatedly to cycle through the
modes as shown to the left. Once the desired mode
appears, it is engaged.
•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2
seconds, then disappears.
MAX : To record a subject in a dark lit environ-
ment. When it is more convenient to
shoot the subject with a brighter image
even if the picture becomes slightly
coarse.
NORM : To record a subject in a dimly lit environ-
ment. When it is more convenient to
shoot with a less coarse picture although
the subject becomes slightly dark.
OFF : Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment.
MOVIE STAR
HAPPY BIRTHDAY No display
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
OUR FAMILY
PARTY TIME
MERRY CHRISTMAS
WEDDING DAY
CONGRATULATIONS
The characters you have set using
Character Generator (Zpg. 22)
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MAX
MAX
NORM
OFF
Viewfinder
After 2 sec.
SUPER LOLUX
TITLE
Viewfinder
Title display
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.
SELECT PRESET TITLE
1
Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset
titles until the desired title is displayed.