COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AXM30 ENGLISH The Logical Choice PAL The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR* Compact VHS PAL INSTRUCTIONS LYT0002-0M3A EN
EN 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 (Z 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 . . . .
n Integrated Auto Light (Z pg. 15) n Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (Z pg. 14) n EasyEdit with Random Assemble Editing (Z pg. 33 – 35) RECORDING PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •Battery Pack BN-V12U •Remote Control Unit RM-V704U or RM-V700U •Cassette Adapter C-P7U •AUDIO/VIDEO (A/V) cable •Lithium Battery CR2025 x2 •Editing cable • Cable Adapter •DC cord 32 Tape Dubbing .................................... 32 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] .........
GETTING STARTED EN Power CHG. (charge) indicator Marks POWER indicator This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. To AC outlet NOTES: ● No function is available without power supply. ● Use only specified power supply. ● Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.
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 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.
GETTING STARTED (cont.) EN Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings. A 1 2 3 4 5 SWITCH OFF POWER Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power supply unit. OPEN COVER Open the clock battery compartment cover while pressing the release tab. REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing) Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the battery and the compartment ( A ) and pull the battery out.
EN NEAR Date/Time Setting 1 MENU FAR 2 3 4 LCD monitor or viewfinder GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME JLIP ID NO. SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME S.LX OFF OFF OFF 07 END :MENU KEY First set the power switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK. ACCESS MENU SCREEN Press MENU. SELECT FUNCTION Press – to move the highlight bar down to “DATE/ TIME”, then press NEAR. The Set Date And Time screen appears.
GETTING STARTED (cont.) EN T30•45•60 tape length select button Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used. 1 SET TAPE LENGTH Press T30•45•60 until the required indication appears in the LCD monitor or the veiwfinder. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time, T45 = 45 minutes, and T60 = 60 minutes. NOTE: The tape remaining time (Z pg. 11) displayed in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.
EN Power zoom lever Grip Adjustment 1 2 3 Recording Start/Stop button 2 1 EXPAND LOOP Separate the Velcro strip. INSERT HAND Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. ADJUST STRAP LENGTH Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.
RECORDING Basic Recording EN LENS COVER switch 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) ● Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 9) 1 POWER LOAD A CASSETTE First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. Press 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.
EN Tape remaining time indicator *- - -MIN (Now calculating) 25MIN 60MIN 59MIN 3MIN 2MIN (Blinking) 1MIN (Blinking) 0MIN (Blinking) Start/Stop button DISPLAY button Tally lamp 4 11 STOP RECORDING Press the Recording Start/Stop button again to stop recording. •The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.) EN Shooting while watching the LCD monitor Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 10). LENS COVER Switch 2 ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. 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 in the LCD monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed upon it.
EN 13 Journalistic shooting In some situations different angles of shooting may be required for more dramatic results. 1 2 OPEN LCD MONITOR Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. TILT LCD MONITOR Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient direction. •The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle (270°: 90° downward, 180° upward). Self-recording You can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.
RECORDING Basic Features EN FEATURE: PURPOSE: Zoom-in OPERATION: Zoom-out NOTES: Zoom indicator RETAKE (R/F) FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: Power zoom lever NOTE: FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: NOTE: Zooming Varies the focal length of the lens and produces the zoom in/out effect. Zoom In 1) Push the power zoom lever down towards “T”. Zoom Out 1) Push the lever up towards “W”. ● The further the power zoom lever is pushed, the faster the zoom speed becomes.
EN 15 Video Light When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the scene by using the built-in video light. 1 LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON SET VIDEO LIGHT Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON 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. •The video light can be used with the camcorder’s power on. •It is recommended to set the white balance ( Z pg.
RECORDING Advanced Features EN 1 second later, the mode is activated. All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select dial. SEPIA After 1 sec. 1 LCD monitor or viewfinder 1/1000 1 /2 LOCK RE AUTO M LE O FG ND LCD monitor/ Dial symbol Viewfinder indication AUTO LOCK Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial until the symbol of the function you want is aligned with the mark.
EN Dial LCD monitor/ symbol Viewfinder indication TWILIGHT Dial LCD monitor/ symbol Viewfinder indication Mode Twilight 17 Mode Sports SPORTS Twilight Sports 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 “ ” (outdoor mode), but can also be manually changed to another mode (Z pg. 23). • Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) EN Focusing Auto Focus Focus detection zone NEAR FAR The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene. •When illumination is low.
EN 19 Manual Focus FAR NEAR Power zoom lever NOTE: You should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments (Z pg. 6). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. 1 SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK. ADJUST FOCUS 2 To farther subject . . . Press and hold FAR. The Manual Focus indications “ ” appear and “ ” blinks. Go to step 3. To nearer subject . . . PROGRAM AE select dial Press and hold NEAR.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) EN Fader FADE IN 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. 1 FADE OUT FADE Function indication FADE Fade-Standby indication LCD monitor or viewfinder SET button 2 3 4 SELECT MODE Turn the PROGRAM AE select dial to any position except AUTO LOCK. SELECT FUNCTION Press SEL. repeatedly until “ FADE ” appears.
EN Instant Titles SEL. button SET button MENU button 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.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) EN Date/Time Character Insert This feature allows you to display date, time and characters in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor, record them manually or automatically, and even make your own titles. SEL. SET NOTE: You should already have performed the Date/Time Setting procedure (Z pg. 7). If you haven’t, do so before continuing. LCD monitor or viewfinder DISP.
EN 23 Manual White Balance Adjustment (M.W.B.) This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise colour adjustment is not possible under the following conditions: •When an object is in various shades of the same colour. •When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors. In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for white balance adjustment. SET SEL.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) EN Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment MENU FAR NEAR This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. 1 2 3 PROGRAM AE select dial 4 LCD monitor or viewfinder GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME JLIP ID NO. SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME S.LX OFF OFF OFF 07 END :MENU KEY GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME JLIP ID NO.
EN 25 MENU GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER REC TIME S.LX To record a subject in a dark lit environment. When it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse. Automatically selected when the PROGRAM AE select dial is set to AUTO LOCK mode. (S.LX : Super LoLux) NORM To record a subject in a dimly lit environment. When it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) EN Self-Timer MENU FAR You can set the delay between pressing the Recording Start/Stop button and the actual start of recording. If you secure the camcorder, you (or whomever is operating the camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts. NEAR NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps.
EN 27 Animation Time-Lapse Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement. This function allows you to shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same object for a brief period of 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. NOTE: NOTE: Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before performing the following steps.
PLAYBACK Basic Playback EN 1 2 POWER FF STOP DISPLAY 3 4 REW PLAY/PAUSE LOAD A CASSETTE First slide MONITOR OPEN and open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45 degrees. Press 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. SELECT MODE Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Then set the power switch to PLAY. The Power On indicator lights. PLAYBACK Press PLAY/PAUSE.
PLAYBACK Features FF STOP EN FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: NOTES: REW PLAY/PAUSE FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: NOTE: FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: COUNTER R/M NOTE: FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: NOTES: 29 Manual Tracking To eliminate noise bars that appear on the screen during playback. 1) Press either +/– button as many times as necessary for best picture. ● To reset TRACKING to the original preset, press both + and – buttons simultaneously.
PLAYBACK Basic Connections EN There are three basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. Connection To A VCR [A] (Editing, Dubbing and Playback) NOTE: When connecting the cables, open the jack cover. 1 Audio and Video cables (provided) A If your TV/VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. Use the provided Audio and Video cables.
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter EN 31 Cassette Adapter Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder. It is fully compatible with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading. + 1 VCR Compartment door 2 3 4 Sliding latch Compact video cassette Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.
EDITING EN Tape Dubbing 1 PLAY/PAUSE Power switch 2 3 When connecting the cables, open the jack cover. To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors 5 Audio and Video cable (provided) If your TV/VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter. 4 6 To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors VCR (Recording deck) 7 CONNECT EQUIPMENT Following the illustration at left, connect the camcorder and the VCR.
EN 33 Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand Remote RMV704U or RM-V700U) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating the VCR manually.
EDITING (cont.) EN REW/FF STOP IN/OUT 2 R.A. EDIT 3 PLAY/PAUSE CANCEL PREPARE CAMCORDER Insert a recorded tape and set the Power switch to “PLAY”. PREPARE VCR Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions). SELECT SCENES 1 Open the cover To AUDIO and VIDEO out connectors Audio and Video cable (provided) To AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors If your TV/VCR has the SCART connector, use the provided cable adapter.
EN AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder) 1 IN OUT 35 3 IN OUT 2 IN OUT 1 EDITED TAPE (VCR) 2 3 STOP R.A. EDIT ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE MODE Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode. BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the specified order.
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT EN A The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional recording functions possible. B Installing The Battery Lock hole Release tab 1 1 2 3 4 5 0 ! @ 6 7 8 9 # $ % ^ 2 3 & PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER Pull out the battery holder according to the type of remote control unit you have.
EN FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: Transmitted beam effective area 5m Remote sensor 15° 30° 15° 30° When using the remote control, be sure to point it at the remote sensor. The above illustration shows the approximate transmitted beam effective area for indoor use. The transmitted beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting.
USING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) EN Insert Editing COUNTER R/M You can record a new scene into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. NOTE: Use the RM-V704U or RM-V700U remote control unit to perform this procedure.
EN e M-0:05:20 Audio dubbing indicator LCD monitor or viewfinder Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape (normal audio only). ** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure (Z pg. 38) before continuing. •The sound comes from the built-in microphone.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN SYMPTOM POWER POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) No power is supplied. ● The battery pack has not been attached correctly ( Z pg. 4). ● The battery pack is not charged (Z pg. 4). ● The power supply has not been correctly connected ( Z pg. 5). The power suddenly goes off and doesn’t come back on by itself. ● The battery pack has completely discharged. ● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on.
EN SYMPTOM OTHER 41 POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) The tape won’t eject. ● The battery pack is running low. ● If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees, EJECT switch does not function. Some functions are not available. ● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”. Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object. ● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the camcorder.
INDEX Controls EN 3 E 2 e 5 79 4 6 8 0 ! % y Q T R U I 1 d @ # * Y ( $ ) s O q P a uoi p^ & W w f rt
EN 43 Controls Connectors 1 MONITOR OPEN Switch .................... Z pg. 12 2 REW Button ....................................... Z pg. 28 y J terminal (JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) q w e r t RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... Z pg. 14 FF Button ........................................... Z pg. 28 RETAKE F Button ................................ Z pg. 14 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... Z pg. 28 STOP Button .............................
INDEX LCD monitor/Viewfinder EN 1* 7 8 9 18MIN REC 2 3 4 5* 6 T30 DISP. SEPIA LENS COVER FADE – 05 MWB P AUSE 0 ! @ # 1MIN 1/2S INDEX TAPE END MERRY CHR ISTMAS 25 . 12 . 97 10 : 24 $* % ^ & * ( ) q w LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications 1* Cassette Warning/Remaining Tape Time .......................................... Z pg. 11 When no cassette is inserted or when Erase Protection tab is not in the position that allows recording, the Cassette ( ) Warning blinks.
CAUTIONS EN DANGER: Video Light • The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot. • When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
CAUTIONS (cont.) EN Main Unit 1. For safety, DO NOT . . . ..... open the camcorder’s chassis. ..... disassemble or modify the unit. ..... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. ..... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. ..... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. ..... leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use. 2. Avoid using the unit . . . .....
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Format Power source Power consumption LCD monitor off, viewfinder on LCD monitor on, viewfinder off Light Signal system Video recording system Luminance Colour : VHS PAL standard : DC 6 V } Viewfinder White balance adjustment : 6.7 W : 3W : PAL-type Charging system : 1/4” format CCD : F1.6, f = 3.8 to 68.4 mm, 18:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control, filter diameter 46 mm : Electronic viewfinder with 0.
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