JVC Compact VHS Video Recorder Graxm33 m23

CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED 6
RECORDING 14
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER Basic Recording ...................... 14
Basic Features ........................ 18
Advanced Features .................. 22
GR-AXM33 Programme AE With Special

Effects .................................. 22
Fader ..................................... 24
Wide ..................................... 24
GR-AXM23 Super LoLux (Gain Up) ............ 25

Instant Titles ........................... 25
Character Generator ............... 26
Using Menu For Detailed
Adjustment ........................... 27
Focusing ................................ 30
Exposure Control .................... 32
Manual White Balance
Adjustment ........................... 33
Self-Timer .............................. 34
Animation .............................. 35
Time Lapse ............................. 35
PLAYBACK 36
Basic Playback ....................... 36
Features ............................... 37
Using The Cassette Adapter ........ 39
Basic Connections .................... 40
TAPE DUBBING 41
USER MAINTENANCE 42
Compact VHS TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX
43
45
LCD monitor/viewfinder ............ 45
(The camcorder illustrations appearing
PAL
Controls ............................... 47
in the illustrations are of the GR-AXM33.) Connectors ............................ 47
Indicators ............................. 47
Other Parts ........................... 47
Terms .................................. 48
INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS 49
SPECIFICATIONS 51
LYT0038-001A
2 EN
Dear Customer, WARNING:

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS
camcorder. Before use, please read the safety TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
information and precautions contained in the HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
following pages to ensure safe use of your new
camcorder. THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Using This Instruction Manual
• All major sections and subsections are listed in the
Table Of Contents (Z cover page). Warning on lithium battery
• Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to The battery used in this device may present a
read these as well. fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do
• Basic and advanced features/operation are not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or
separated for easier reference. incinerate.
It is recommended that you . . . Replace the battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 45 – 48) and Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. another battery may present a risk of fire or
before use. explosion.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that
n Dispose of used battery promptly.
follow and cautions (Z pgs. 49 – 50). They
contain extremely important information n Keep away from children.
regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. n Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
SAFETY CAUTIONS:
n To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.
PRECAUTIONS No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
n When you are not using the AC Power
IMPORTANT Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of
Connection to the mains supply in the United time, it is recommended that you disconnect
Kingdom. the power cord from AC outlet.
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 NOTES:
approved extension lead or consult your dealer. ● The rating plate (serial number plate) and
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical safety caution are on the bottom and/or the
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace back of the main unit.
the fuse cover. ● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immedi-
ately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
plug then follow the instructions given below:
n The Crossed Out Dust Bin
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger
Terminal coded E or Green. Mark on the battery pack
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in indicates that the product
accordance with the following code: complies with Directives
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
Brown to L (Live) or Red n Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal battery pack must be recycled
identifications of your plug, connect as follows: or disposed of properly.
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.
EN 3
This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be PAL
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and LCD n This camcorder is designed exclusively for the
monitor/viewfinder playback are possible VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/BN-V22U/BN- VHS-C can be used with this unit.
V25U battery packs and, to recharge them, the n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/ equipment.
Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter
may be necessary to accommodate different
designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
This unit is produced to comply with Standard

IEC Publ. 65.
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 instruc-
tions. 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 equip-
ment.
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
damaged 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 unattended 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!
4 EN MAJOR FEATURES
REMEMBER 5Sec.-Rec (5 sec. Recording)
(Z pg. 19)
The Logical Choice
22 x Optical Hyper Zoom
(Z pg. 18)
PAL
Zoom-in
The only compact video

cassettes that can be
used with your VHS VCR*
Zoom-out
Programme AE with Special

Effects (Z pg. 22) LCD Colour Monitor
n Auto Mode Lock (Z pg. 16)
n Auto Mode Release 180° 90°
n Electronic Fog Filter
n ND Effect
n Sepia
n Twilight
n Sports
n 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter Program Manager II
n 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter (Z pg. 22 – 35)
Programme AE with Special Effects,
Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant
Integrated Auto Light Titles, Menu Adjustment (Focus,
(GR-AXM33 only) (Z pg. 20) Exposure Control and so on.)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
•AC Power Adapter/ • Cassette Adapter •Battery Pack •Shoulder Strap

Charger AA-V15EK C-P7U BN-V12U
• Lithium Battery
•Cable Adapter CR2025 x 1 • DC Cord
(for clock operation)
QUICK OPERATION GUIDE EN 5
SUPPLY POWER INSERTING A VIDEO
CASSETTE
Hook on.
1
PUSH EJECT
2
2 Push in.
4 3
BATT. RELEASE
Using the battery pack 1 Open

1 Hook-on the battery pack’s top end to the
camcorder. (Charging procedure, Z pg. 6) 1 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over
2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into 45 degrees.
place. 2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder.
To remove the battery pack 3 Insert a video cassette.
Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery 4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.
pack. (For more details, Z pg. 11)
PLAYBACK
SHOOTING
PLAY/PAUSE 3
1
LENS COVER
Open/Close Switch
3
Recording
2 Start/Stop Button
2
1 REW Set to
Set to “PLAY”. STOP “CAMERA”.
1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

2 Press REW. 1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch
to open the lens cover.
— The tape will automatically stop at the
beginning of the tape. 2 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”.
— The power indicator will light and an
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE.
image will appear.
— Playback starts and the playback picture
appears. 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
— Recording starts.
•To stop playback, press STOP.
• To stop recording temporarily, momentarily
(For more details, Z pg. 36.)
press the Recording Start/Stop Button once
•The viewfinder switches off automatically to again.
save power when the LCD monitor is (For more details, Z pgs. 14 – 17)
opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.
• The viewfinder switches off automatically to
•The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is
save power when the LCD monitor is
opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.
opened at an angle of over 45 degrees.
Or simply play back the tape on a VHS • The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is
VCR using the Cassette Adapter. Z pg. 39 opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees.
6 EN GETTING STARTED
Marks Power
To AC outlet This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you
CHG. (charge) choose the most appropriate source of power.
indicator
NOTES:
● No function is available without power supply.
● Use only specified power supply.
● Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
REFRESH switch
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
SUPPLY POWER
REFRESH indicator
1 Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall
outlet.
REFRESH ATTACH BATTERY PACK

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH
function that allows you to fully discharge
the battery pack before recharging.
2 Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less •The CHG. indicator begins blinking to indicate
than 5 chargings. charging has started.
To discharge the battery . . .
..... attach the battery pack to the adapter DETACH BATTERY PACK
as shown in the above illustration.
Then push REFRESH. The REFRESH
indicator lights when discharging
3 When the CHG. indicator stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite
the direction of the arrow.
starts, and goes out when discharging
is complete. 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.
Hook on. USING THE BATTERY PACK

1 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 Push in.
2 Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
BATT. RELEASE Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

LCD LCD LCD
BATT. monitor on/ monitor off/ monitor on/
ATTENTION: PACK Viewfinder off Viewfinder on Viewfinder on
Before detaching the power source, BN-V12U 60 (35) 60 (35) 50 (35)
make sure that the camcorder’s power
BN-V22U 125 (80) 130 (80) 110 (75)
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction. BN-V25U 165 (110) 170 (110) 145 (100)
( ) : when the light is on (GR-AXM33 only).

EN 7
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 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 6 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 AC outlet
DC OUT
terminal
To DC IN jack
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EK
DC cord
To car’s
cigarette
lighter socket
Car Battery Charger/Adapter

BH-V3E (optional)
USING A CAR BATTERY USING AC POWER

Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in
(connect as shown in the illustration above). the illustration above).
NOTES: NOTE:
● When using the car battery, leave the engine idling. The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features
● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
also be used to charge the battery pack. 110 V to 240 V.
● When using the optional Car Battery Charger,
refer to the respective instruction booklet.
8 EN GETTING STARTED (cont.)
A 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.
EN 9
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
Select Dial 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
MENU to the previous settings, rotate the MENU Jog Dial
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
LCD monitor or viewfinder the date, go to step 4.
MENU
4MENU END
SET DATE
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
AUTO
AUTO
1. 1. 98
OFF
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
TAPE LENGTH T30 Dial until the correct setting appears and then press
M. W. B. AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST it. The setting stops blinking.
4NEXT
Menu Screen •Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with
the Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).
DATE TIME
SET TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
1998
1
1
to “TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting
begins blinking, rotate the MENU Jog Dial until the
TIME 22:50 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
EXIT correct setting appears and then press it. The minute
DATE/TIME Setting Menu setting stops blinking.
24-hour indication 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
MENU
Screen appears and “MENU END” is highlighted.
4MENU END
FOCUS AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98
CLOSE MENU
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
OFF
T30
AUTO
FAST
6 Press the MENU Jog Dial.
4NEXT
NOTE:
To display the date and time in the LCD monitor or the
viewfinder and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time/
Character Insert” (Z pg. 21).
LCD monitor or viewfinder Tape Length Setting
MENU
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
4MENU END used.
FOCUS AUTO
EXPOSURE AUTO
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
25. 12. 98
OFF
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
4NEXT
T60
AUTO
FAST 1 First set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”. Turn the
Select Dial to any position except AUTO LOCK,
then press the MENU Jog Dial.
Menu Screen
SELECT FUNCTION
TAPE LENGTH 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE
LENGTH Setting Menu appears.
T30
T45
T60
SET TAPE LENGTH
to the correct setting. T30=30 minutes of recording
time, T45=45 minutes, and T60=60 minutes (in SP).
EXIT
TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu •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”.
MENU
4MENU END CLOSE MENU
FOCUS AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
AUTO
25. 12. 98
OFF
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
TAPE LENGTH T20
M. W. B. AUTO Menu Screen.
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4NEXT
NOTES:
SP/LP Recording Mode Button ● The tape remaining time (Z pg. 15) displayed in the
viewfinder 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.
Select Dial SET RECORDING MODE
MENU Jog Dial 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
Viewfinder economical, providing twice the recording time.
T30
SP NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
Recording mode Tape length

indicator indicator
EN 11
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
OPEN LCD MONITOR
2
4 3 1 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45
degrees.
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

1 5 2 Press EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE
3 Make sure the label is facing outward.
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Turn to take
up slack.
4 Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and
locked.
CLOSE LCD MONITOR

Erase Protection Gear
5 First make sure the holder is closed. Then close the
LCD monitor.
NOTES:
● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is
still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.
● 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.
Power Zoom Button 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.
Recording Start/Stop Button
Viewfinder Adjustment
3 POSITION VIEWFINDER
1 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability
(see illustration to the left).
SELECT MODE
1
2 2 Set the Power Switch to CAMERA.
ADJUST DIOPTRE
3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
Set POWER to “CAMERA”.
EN 13
Shoulder Strap Attachment
ATTACH STRAP
3
2 1
2
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
1 attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet
4, making sure the strap isn’t twisted.
4
ADJUST LENGTH
2 Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 1, then
slide both keepers snug against the eyelets to
prevent slipping 2.
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.
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.
14 EN RECORDING Basic Recording
LENS COVER Switch NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (Z pg. 6)
● Tape Length Setting (Z pg. 10)
● Recording Mode Setting (Z pg. 10)
● Grip Adjustment (Z pg. 12)
Power LOAD A CASSETTE
Power
indicator
1 First open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 45
degrees.
Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert
Switch the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to
ensure the holder is closed and locked.
Start/Stop Button
Shooting while watching the viewfinder
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE
2 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked.
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.
Tally lamp START SHOOTING

(lights while recording is in progress)
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
•“ REC ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is

in progress.
EN 15
Tape remaining time indicator STOP RECORDING
25MIN MIN
(Now calculating) 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop
recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
120MIN
mode.
119MIN NOTES:
● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD
monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more, the
3MIN LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches
off automatically to save power.
2MIN ● A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power supply
(Blinking) is attached.
● There may be a delay after you press EJECT until the
1MIN holder opens. Do not use force.
(Blinking) ● The tape remaining time is only displayed in the
viewfinder as shown.
● The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is
0MIN
approximate.
(Blinking) ● The time required to calculate the remaining tape
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary
Start/Stop Button 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. 10).
● “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. 19) 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.
● While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker.
16 EN RECORDING Basic Recording (cont.)
Shooting while watching the LCD monitor
180° 90°
Before the following steps, perform step 1 (Z pg. 14).
ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

2 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.
LENS COVER Switch •The scene you’re aimed at appears in the LCD
monitor, with the word “PAUSE” superimposed
upon it.
START SHOOTING
3 Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best
viewability (Z pg. 17) and press the Recording
Start/Stop button.
Power
REC
indicator •“ ” appears in the LCD monitor while recording
is in progress.
Power
Switch STOP RECORDING
Start/Stop Button 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop
recording.
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby
mode.
NOTES:
● When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this
happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder
(Z pg. 14).
● The tape remaining time is not displayed on the LCD
monitor. However, when the tape is about to reach its
end, the following indicators appear:
“ 2MIN” ¥ “ 1MIN” ¥“ 0MIN”.
● For other notes, refer to pg. 15.
Tally lamp
(lights while recording is in progress)
EN 17
Journalistic shooting
In some situations different angles of shooting may be
required for more dramatic results.
OPEN LCD MONITOR

1 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open.
TILT LCD MONITOR

2 Tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient
direction.
•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle

(270°: 90° downward, 180° upward).
Interface shooting
A person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD
monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing
your own image in the LCD monitor.
TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD

1 Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180
degrees so that it faces forward.
•When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an
angle of over approx. 105 degrees, the monitor
image is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder
also switches on.
START RECORDING
Self-recording
2 Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when
self-recording) and start recording.
•During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and

indications do not appear inverted as they would
when viewing a mirror.
NOTE:
During Interface Shooting, indications other than the
Date/Time display and Title display do not appear in the
viewfinder.
Brightness control
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by
turning the BRIGHT Dial.
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
1 If you want to brighten the image . . .
Turn the Dial towards “+”.
If you want to darken the image . . .
BRIGHT Dial Turn the Dial towards “–”.
18 EN RECORDING Basic Features
FEATURE: Zooming
Zoom-in 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
Zoom Out
Zoom indicator bar Press “W” of the Power Zoom
Button.
n Zooming 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
Power Zoom 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
Select Dial MENU Jog Dial MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
appears.
2) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move
LCD monitor or viewfinder the highlight bar to “ZOOM
SPEED”, then press it. The ZOOM
MENU
SPEED Setting Menu appears.
4MENU END 3) Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move
FOCUS AUTO the highlight bar to the desired
EXPOSURE AUTO
DATE TIME 25. 12. 98 speed and press it twice. The
TELE MACRO OFF Menu Screen disappears and
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B. AUTO setting is completed.
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4NEXT NOTE: Focusing may become unstable
Menu Screen
during Zooming. In this case, set the
zoom while in Record–Standby, lock
the focus by using the manual focus
( Z pg. 31), then zoom in or out in
ZOOM SPEED Record mode.
FAST
SLOW
Zooming Speed ( 1 – 4 in order of speed)

“ZOOM SPEED” Pressing the
EXIT in the Menu Power Zoom Button
ZOOM SPEED Setting Menu Screen
fully lightly
FAST 1 (fastest) 3
SLOW 2 4 (slowest)
: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.

EN 19
FEATURE: Quick Review
PURPOSE: To check the end of the last record-
ing.
5SEC. REC OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” and release quickly
during the Record–Standby mode.
n Tape is rewound for about 2
RETAKE (R/F) 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.
LCD monitor or viewfinder
This is normal.
FEATURE: 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
PURPOSE: To record a scene for 5 seconds,
providing quick scene transitions like
PAUSE
those seen in TV programmes.
5S OPERATION: 1) During Record–Standby, press
5SEC. REC. “ 5S” appears and
5Sec. Rec is reserved.
2) Press Recording Start/Stop Button.
5Sec. Rec mode indicator Recording starts, and after
5-second recording is finished, the
camcorder reenters the Record–
Standby mode automatically.
n To cancel the 5Sec. Rec.
function, press 5SEC. REC again
so that “ 5S” disappears.
NOTE: The Fader ( Z pg. 24) cannot be
activated by pressing 5SEC. REC.
20 EN RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)
FEATURE: Video Light (GR-AXM33 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
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON senses insufficient lighting
(Can be accessed when the on the subject.
LCD monitor is opened) OFF : Turns off the light.
n The video light can only be used
with the camcorder’s power on.
n It is recommended to set the white
balance ( Z pg. 33) to HALOGEN
mode ( ) when you use the video
light.
n When 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
DANGER you start recording with the video
n The video light can become extremely light turned on.
hot. Do not touch it either while in ● When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON
operation or soon after turning it off, Switch is set to “AUTO”:
otherwise serious injury may result. • Depending on the lighting
n Do not place the camcorder into the conditions, the video light may
carrying case immediately after using keep turning on and off. In this
the video light, since it remains case, manually switch the light
extremely hot for some time. on or off using the LIGHT OFF/
n When operating, keep a distance of AUTO/ON switch.
about 30 cm. between the video light • While the Sports or High-Speed
and people or objects. Shutter mode (Z pg. 23) is
n Do not use near flammable or explosive engaged, the light is likely to stay
materials. on.
n It is recommended that you consult your • While the Twilight mode
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the ( Z pg. 23) is engaged, the light
video light. will not activate.
EN 21
DATE/TIME FEATURE: Date/Time/Character Insert
PURPOSE: To display the date and time on the
LCD monitor, 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
Display pressing DATE/TIME repeatedly
while in Record-Standby to cycle
Select Dial through the modes as shown in the
illustration to the left.
n You should have already
performed the Date/Time Setting
procedure (Z pg. 9). If you
haven’t, do so first.
Date display NOTES: DISPLAY
● The selected display can be
Time display recorded.
● If you don’t want to record the
Date/Time display display, select the Date-off mode
before shooting.
Auto Date Date-off mode ● If you want to delete the display
Record mode (No display) during shooting, press DATE/TIME.
● To recall the display, engage the
Record-Standby mode and press
The characters you have set using
Character Generator (Z pg. 26) DATE/TIME repeatedly until the
desired display appears.
AUTO DATE RECORD
Date display Auto Date Record mode ● 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.
25.12.98 AUTO DATE
• After Auto Date Record mode is
Auto date record mode selected by pressing DATE/TIME.
Time display 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
25.12.98
Date Record mode, and disables
22:50:00 Auto date record all other modes.
executed
Date/Time display
25.12.98 22:50:00
22 EN RECORDING Advanced Features
1 second later, the mode is activated. Programme AE With Special Effects
After 1 sec. All you have to do to access any of the variety of
SEPIA 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

LCD monitor or
displayed for approx. 1 second. Then the name
viewfinder
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. 24) is used in the Sepia mode.
Mark ● 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
LOCK RE
0 AUTO MOLE
colour may be adversely affected if subject is lit by
00
alternating discharge-type light sources such as
AS E
/2
D
E FG
1/1000 1
flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.

ND
Select Dial
EN 23
Dial LCD monitor/ Dial LCD monitor/
Mode Mode
symbol Viewfinder indication symbol Viewfinder indication
LOCK AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock TWILIGHT Twilight
Auto Mode Lock Twilight

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more
incorrect operation due to accidental button natural and dramatic. The following happens when
pressing during shooting. Twilight mode is selected:
• In this mode the following controls are disabled; •Auto gain control is turned off.
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial. •White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but
can also be manually changed to another mode
(Z pg. 33).
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE Auto Mode Release
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of
10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-
Auto Mode Release camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual
Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto focusing (Z pg. 31).
Mode Lock.
Electronic SPORTS Sports

FG FG : FOG Fog Filter
Sports
Electronic Fog Filter High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an action.
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the
image and gives it a “fantasy” look. 1/1000 sec.
1/1000 1 S 1/1000 High Speed Shutter
ND ND: ND EFFECT ND Effect
1/2000 sec.
ND Effect 1/2000 2 S 1/2000 High Speed Shutter
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)
the subject. Captures faster action than Sports mode.
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 (Z pg. 24)
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood
movie.
24 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
Fade-in 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.
Fade-out ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE

4EFFECT
1 Press EFFECT to engage the Fade-Standby mode.
After 2 sec. •“ BK FADER” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.

FADER
Then “BLACK FADER” disappears, and only “ BK ”
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 “ BK ” 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
EFFECT allows you to record a black blank screen.
● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is
WIDE used with Sepia (Z pg. 23).
● With the Electronic fog filter mode (Z pg. 23) engaged,
Recording Start/Stop the image fades in/out to a white screen.
Button
Wide
This feature allows you to record black bars at the top
and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like
LCD monitor or viewfinder “wide-screen” effect.
ENGAGE WIDE MODE

1 Press WIDE.
•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.

Wide mode
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.
EN 25
LCD monitor or viewfinder Super LoLux(Gain Up)
4S . LX
After 2 sec. Bright, natural recordings can be taken even in areas with
MAX 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.
MAX
•The mode’s name is displayed for approx. 2
NORM
seconds, then disappears.
OFF MAX : To record a subject in a dark lit environ-
ment. When it is more convenient to shoot
TITLE 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
SUPER LOLUX subject becomes slightly dark.
OFF : Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no
picture brightness adjustment.
LCD monitor or
viewfinder
Instant Titles
The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title
Title display as shown in the illustration to the left.
SELECT PRESET TITLE

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
No display
1 Press TITLE repeatedly to cycle through the preset
titles until the desired title is displayed.
OUR FAMILY
MOVIE STAR
PARTY TIME
MERRY CHRISTMAS
WEDDING DAY
CONGRATULATIONS
The characters you have set using

Character Generator (Z pg. 26)
Character Generator
You can enter an original title of up to 18 characters.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN

1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except AUTO
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu
Screen appears.
ACCESS CHARACTER MENU

Select Dial MENU Jog Dial
to “CHARACTER”, then press it.
LCD monitor or viewfinder INPUT CHARACTERS

4MENU END
FOCUS
MENU
AUTO
Menu Screen
3 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to make the desired
character blink, then press it. The selected character
appears at the bottom of the screen. Repeat for
EXPOSURE AUTO additional characters (max. 18).
DATE TIME 25. 12. 98
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH T30 •To select the location of the next character, rotate
M. W. B. AUTO the MENU Jog Dial to make “ BACK ”or “NEXT ”
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4NEXT at the bottom of the screen blink, then press it
repeatedly to move the blinking cursor underneath
the desired location. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial
when you are done, and the blinking cursor
MENU returns to the character grid.
4BACK
REC TIME OFF
INT. TIME
TALLY LAMP
OFF
ON
END CHARACTER SETTING
CHARACTER
JLIP ID NO.
DEMO MODE

07
OFF
4 Rotate the MENU jog dial to make “EXIT” blink,
then press it. The Menu Screen reappears and the
highlight bar is placed on “MENU END”.

4MENU END
CLOSE MENU
CHARACTER
A B C D E F G H I
J K L M N O P Q R S
T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü NOTES:
À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ ÆØ Å &
: . , ’ – / ! ? ¿ k ● To erase a character you entered mistakenly, make
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 “CLEAR” blink by rotating the MENU Jog Dial, then
I LI press it. All characters are deleted at once. Or, to erase
1BACK NEXT4 EXIT CLEAR selected characters only, first move the blinking cursor
to the characters at the bottom row which you want to
replace, then rotate the MENU Jog Dial to highlight
“ ” in the top left corner, and then press it.
CHARACTER ● To display the characters you have set — “Date/Time/
J
A
K
B C D E F G
L M N O P Q
H
R
I
S Character Insert” (Z pg. 21) or “ Instant Titles”
T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü (Z pg. 25).
À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ ÆØ Å & ● Characters may be set only in the Record-Standby
: . , ’ – / ! ? ¿ k
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 mode.
I L I KE YOU k
1BACK NEXT4 EXIT CLEAR
EN 27
Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Screen appears.
Select Dial MENU Jog Dial
SELECT FUNCTION
MENU
2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to place the highlight bar
on the desired function.
4MENU END •When the highlight bar reaches the bottom of
FOCUS AUTO
EXPOSURE AUTO Menu Screen 1, Menu Screen 2 is automatically
DATE TIME 25. 12. 98 displayed. When the highlight bar reaches the top
TELE MACRO OFF of Menu Screen 2, Menu Screen 1 is automatically
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B. AUTO displayed.
ZOOM SPEED FAST •If the setting you want can’t be found in the Menu
4NEXT
Screen, place the highlight bar on “MENU END”,
Menu Screen 1 then go to step 5.
MENU
MAKE SETTING
4BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
TALLY LAMP
OFF
OFF
ON
3 Press the MENU Jog Dial. The setting menu of the
selected function appears. The setting procedure
depends on the function you select.
CHARACTER
JLIP ID NO. 07 If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”,
DEMO MODE OFF “DATE/ TIME”, or “CHARACTER” . . .

.... see respective pages (FOCUS: Z pg. 30, 31,
4MENU END EXPOSURE: Z pg. 32, DATE/TIME: Z pg. 9,
Menu Screen 2 CHARACTER: Z pg. 26).
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .
.... press the MENU Jog Dial so that the number
REC TIME
blinks, then rotate it until the desired number
OFF appears, and press it. Then rotate the MENU Jog
1 4S
1 2S Dial to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
1 S
5 S If you select any other functions . . .
.... rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight
bar to the desired setting.
EXIT • If you decide you want to return to the
Setting Menu previous setting, rotate the MENU Jog Dial to
(ex. REC TIME) move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.
END SETTING
4BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
MENU
1S
OFF
reappears and the highlight bar is on “MENU END”.
TALLY LAMP
CHARACTER
ON
CLOSE MENU
JLIP ID NO. 07

DEMO MODE OFF
5 Press the MENU Jog Dial. The normal screen
reappears.
4MENU END
NOTE:
The menu function except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”
Normal Screen
are not available while in the Record mode.
Menu Screen Explanations
FOCUS AUTO Adjusts focus automatically.
MANU Allows you to adjust focus manually (Z pg. 30, 31).
EXPOSURE AUTO Adjusts exposure automatically.
MANU Allows you to adjust exposure manually (Z pg. 32).
DATE/TIME Allows you to set the current date and time (Z pg. 9).
TELE MACRO OFF Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance
ON more than 1m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the
maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a
subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (Z pg. 10).
M.W.B. AUTO This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses
the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic
: FINE white balance adjustment. However, precise colour adjustment
: CLOUD is not possible under the following conditions:
•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.
: HALOGEN •When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot
MWB outdoors.
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for
white balance adjustment (Z pg. 33).
ZOOM SPEED FAST Allows you to set the zooming speed (Z pg. 18).
SLOW
EN 29
REC TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse
recording (Z pg. 35).
INT. TIME This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (Z pg. 34) and Time-
Lapse recording (Z pg. 35).
TALLY LAMP ON The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.
OFF The tally lamp remains off at all times.
CHARACTER Allows you to enter an original title of up to 18 characters (Z pg. 26).
JLIP ID NO. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a
computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory
setting is 07.
DEMO MODE OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place.
ON Demonstrates certain functions such as the Fader, Instant Titles
etc. When “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen
is closed, demonstration starts.
NOTES:
● When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is
not available.
● By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase
Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it,
“DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.
● During demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled.
= Factory setting and when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK
Focusing
Auto Focus
Focus
detection zone 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.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in
brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour
wall, or a clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical
patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast
background.
* The low-contrast warning “ ” appears.
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is
not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a piece
of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs,
wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom-out
first (Z pg. 18). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,
the camcorder could automatically zoom out depend-
ing on the distance between the camcorder and the
subject. When Tele Macro (Z pg. 28) is activated, the
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.
EN 31
Manual Focus
NOTE:
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder
adjustments (Z pg. 12). If you haven’t, do so before
continuing.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Select Dial MENU

Screen appears, and the highlight bar is placed on
Jog Dial “FOCUS”.
LCD monitor or viewfinder ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN

4MENU END
FOCUS
MENU
AUTO
EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
AUTO
25. 12. 98 ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS
TELE MACRO OFF
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
ZOOM SPEED
T30
AUTO
FAST
to “MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “ ” appear. The
focus is locked at this point.
4NEXT
Menu Screen No indication
during recording
ADJUST FOCUS
FOCUS 4 To farther subject . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. “ ” appears and
blinks.
AUTO
MANU Go to step 5.
To nearer subject . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. “ ” appears
and blinks.
EXIT No indication Go to step 5.
Focus Menu Screen during
recording END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU
END”.
CLOSE MENU
disppears and “
is locked.
” reappears to indicate the focus
Manual Focus Screen NOTES:

● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 3.
● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from
step 1.
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto
position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you
focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position,
sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at
longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or
closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
Exposure Control
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best
available picture quality, but you can override and make
the adjustment manually.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Screen appears.
Select Dial MENU
Jog Dial ACCESS EXPOSURE MENU
SCREEN
MENU 2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the highlight bar
to “EXPOSURE” and press it.
4MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
AUTO
AUTO
ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE
DATE TIME
TELE MACRO
TAPE LENGTH
M. W. B.
25. 12. 98
OFF
T30
AUTO
to “MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control
level counter) appears.
ZOOM SPEED FAST
4NEXT
Menu Screen
ADJUST EXPOSURE
No indication
EXPOSURE
during recording 4 To brighten the image . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial upward. The exposure
control level counter increases (maximum +06).
Go to step 5.
AUTO
MANU To darken the image . . .
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial downward. The exposure
control level counter decreases (maximum –06).
Go to step 5.
No indication
EXIT
Exposure Menu Screen during
END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE
recording
reappears and the highlight bar is placed on “MENU
END”.
00 Exposure CLOSE MENU

control level
counter 6 Press the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen
disappears and the exposure control level counter
reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted.
NOTES:
Manual Exposure Screen ● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 3.
● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from
step 1.
To brighten the image
–06 + 06
To darken the image

EN 33
LCD monitor or viewfinder Manual White Balance Adjustment
MENU (M.W.B.)
4MENU END
FOCUS AUTO The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
EXPOSURE AUTO However, the more advanced camcorder operator would
TELE MACRO OFF prefer to control this function manually and achieve a
TAPE LENGTH T30 more professional colour/tint reproduction.
M. W. B. AUTO
ZOOM SPEED
4NEXT
FAST
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Menu Screen
M. W. B.
Screen appears.
AUTO
: FINE ACCESS WHITE BALANCE MENU
: CLOUD
: HALOGEN
MWB
SCREEN
EXIT
to “M.W.B.”, then press it.
SELECT WHITE BALANCE

M.W.B. Menu Screen
to the required white balance.
“AUTO” ................... Automatic adjustment
“ : FINE” ............. Outdoors on sunny day
“ : CLOUD” ........ Outdoors on cloudy day
“ : HALOGEN” ... Light source is halogen or
tungsten lamp
“MWB” .................... When using a personal White
Balance Setting stored in
memory (see below.)
Select Dial CLOSE MENU
MENU Jog Dial

reappears. Then press the MENU Jog Dial again to
exit the Menu Screen.
MWB
MWB sets the colour temperature for the subject’s light
source so you can shoot with natural colours that are
unaffected by surroundings, even when there are
multiple subjects with different colour temperatures.
NOTES:
● To switch to automatic white balance PREPARE WHITE OBJECT
adjustment, set the M.W.B. in the Menu
Screen to “AUTO”, or turn the Select Dial to
“AUTO LOCK”.
1 Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a
sheet of white paper.
● Re-adjust the White Balance when the SELECT MWB
lighting has changed, when the camcorder
has been turned off and on again, or when
the Select Dial’s position has been changed.
2 Follow step 1 through 3 of the above, select
“MWB”.
● When adjusted by putting coloured paper in MEMORIZE WHITE BALANCE
front of the subject in step 1 of “MWB”, this
unit makes its colour temperature standard
for automatic white balance. So you can
3 Press the MENU Jog Dial until “MWB” begins
blinking. “MWB” blinks while the white balance is
being stored in memory, then the Menu Screen
enjoy shooting with different colours. For reappears when memorization is complete.
example, when adjusting with red, blue or
yellow colours, the image becomes the CLOSE MENU
colour which approximates to green, orange
or purple respectively. 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial.
Self-Timer
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.
NOTE:
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode
before performing the following steps.
Select Dial
ACCESS MENU SCREEN
Recording
LOCK, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
MENU
Jog Dial
Start/Stop ACCESS INT. TIME MENU SCREEN

Button
to “INT. TIME”, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
MENU SET INTERVAL TIME

4MENU END
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
AUTO
AUTO
to the desired time, then press the MENU Jog Dial.
The Menu Screen reappears and the highlight bar is
TELE MACRO OFF placed on “MENU END”.
TAPE LENGTH T30
M. W. B. AUTO
ZOOM SPEED FAST CLOSE MENU
4NEXT
Menu Screen 4 Press the MENU Jog Dial.
START DELAYED RECORDING

4BACK
REC TIME
INT. TIME
MENU
OFF
OFF
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the
selected time has elapsed, recording begins
automatically.
TALLY LAMP ON
CHARACTER
JLIP ID NO. 07 To Cancel Self-Timer . . .
DEMO MODE OFF ... Before the recording begins, press the Recording Start/

Stop Button to display “ PAUSE ”, then set “INT.
4MENU END TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
INT. TIME REC TIME

OFF OFF
15 S 1 4S
30 S 1 2S
1 MIN 1 S
5 MIN 5 S
EXIT EXIT
INT. TIME Menu REC TIME Menu
INT. TIME
Indicator
15S
1S
REC TIME
Indicator
INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the
normal screen
EN 35
Animation Time-Lapse
Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of You can record sequentially at preset time spans.
movement. This function allows you to shoot a Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,
series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same you can record subtle changes over an extended
object for a brief period of time. period of time.
NOTE: NOTE:
Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby Make sure the camcorder is in the Record-Standby
mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before mode and the recording mode is set to “SP” before
performing the following steps. performing the following steps.
ACCESS MENU SCREEN ACCESS MENU SCREEN

1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial. 1 Turn the Select Dial to any position except
AUTO LOCK, then press MENU Jog Dial.
SET RECORDING TIME SET INTERVAL BETWEEN

2 Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the
RECORDINGS
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.
Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to “INT. TIME”, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The INT. TIME Menu appears.
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears. highlight bar to the desired time, then press the
Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.
Menu Screen.
START RECORDING SET RECORDING TIME
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after

focusing on the subject. The recording stops
highlight bar to “REC TIME”, then press the
MENU Jog Dial. The REC TIME Menu appears.
automatically after the selected period of time. Rotate the MENU Jog Dial to move the
highlight bar to the desired time, then press the
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF MENU Jog Dial. The Menu Screen reappears.
PICTURES Press the MENU Jog Dial again to exit the
Menu Screen.
4 Repeat step 3 for the desired number of
pictures.
START TIME-LAPSE
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE RECORDING
5 Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
Recording and intervals alternate
automatically.
NOTES: RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

● For best results, make sure the camcorder is
secured when shooting in Animation or
Time-Lapse mode.
5 To release when “ PAUSE ” is displayed, set
“REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu
Screen to “OFF”. To release when
● Fade-in/out cannot be performed during “ PAUSE ” and “ REC ” are not displayed,
Animation or Time-Lapse shooting. press the Recording Start/Stop Button to display
● Before performing other operations following “ PAUSE ”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT.
Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.
● Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse are
cancelled when the power is shut off or when the
cassette is ejected.
36 EN PLAYBACK Basic Playback
LOAD A CASSETTE
1 First 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
REW Power Switch

2 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Then set
the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power indicator
lights.
PLAY/PAUSE PLAY BACK

FF 3 Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears.
STOP PLAYBACK
STOP
4 Press STOP.
Rewind or Fast-forward the tape

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape
during Stop mode.
NOTES:
● The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5
minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power
Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.
LCD Monitor in Retracted Position ● When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and the LCD
monitor is opened at an angle of 45 degrees or more,
the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder
switches off automatically to save power.
● The playback picture can also be viewed in the
viewfinder (with the LCD monitor shut) or on a
connected TV (Z pg. 40). Camcorder operation is the
same as described in this section.
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and retracted.
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
Battery pack remaining power indicator • The battery pack remaining power indicator is
displayed for approx. 5 seconds on the LCD monitor
Tape counter when the LCD monitor is turned on, and then it
Recording mode indicator disappears. However, the battery pack remaining
power indicator “ ” blinks when the power is
SP 4 Tape running almost gone.
M–0: 23 : 45
indicator • During Stop, Fast-Forward or Rewind mode, none of
4 : Playback the indications are displayed in the viewfinder.
3 : Fast-Forward/
Forward Search
2 : Rewind/Reverse
Search
LCD monitor/ 6 : Still Playback
viewfinder
indications
PLAYBACK Features EN 37
Speaker Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor
To brighten the image, turn the BRIGHT Dial towards
“+”. To darken the image, turn the Dial towards “–”.
Speaker volume control

You can adjust the speaker volume by turning the
VOLUME Dial.
BRIGHT
ADJUST VOLUME
VOLUME
1 If you want to turn up the volume . . .
Turn the Dial towards “+”.
If you want to turn down the volume . . .
Turn the Dial towards “–”.
AT NOTE:
When the LCD monitor is turned off, sound is not heard
from the speaker.
Tracking
MENU Jog Dial This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that
appear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is Auto
Tracking. Manual Tracking is also available.
ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING

1 Press the MENU Jog Dial during playback mode.
Keep rotating it until noise bars disappear.
•To return to Auto Tracking, press the MENU Jog

Dial. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes,
the indication disappears.
NOTES:
● When noise bars appear during playback, the
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is
displayed.
● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on
other VCRs or camcorders.
38 EN PLAYBACK Features (cont.)
FEATURE: Still Playback
PURPOSE: To pause during playback.
COUNTER R/M
OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during
playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press
PLAY/PAUSE PLAY/PAUSE again.
REW FF NOTE: Noise bars appear and pictures may
become monochrome during Still
STOP Playback. This is normal.
FEATURE: Shuttle Search
PURPOSE: To allow high-speed search in either
direction.
OPERATION: Forward Search
1) Press FF during playback.
Reverse Search
1) Press REW during playback.
NOTE: Noise bars appear and pictures may
become monochrome or darken in
Shuttle Search. This is normal.
FEATURE: Counter Memory Function
PURPOSE: To make it easier to locate a specific
tape segment.
OPERATION: 1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for
more than 1 second. The counter
resets to “0:00:00”.
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than
1 second. “M” appears.
3) After recording or playback, press
STOP, then REW. The tape
automatically stops at or close to
0:00:00.
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start
playback.
NOTES: ● The counter memory functions in
the Fast-Forward and Rewind
modes.
● To disable Counter Memory
Function, press COUNTER R/M for
less than 1 second so the “M”
disappears.
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter EN 39
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.
INSERT BATTERY
1 Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install
one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the
illustration to the left. Then reattach the cover.
VCR
INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER
Compartment door
2 Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment
door, then insert the cassette and close the
compartment door.
PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

3 Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the
tape back as you would any other.
REMOVE CASSETTE FROM

ADAPTER
4 Slide the latch and the compartment door opens
automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then insert
your finger in the hole on the underside of the
Sliding latch adapter as shown in the illustration to the left, push
Compact video cassette up and remove the cassette.
NOTES:
● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the
Reels reels for safety and tape protection.
● During special-effect playback (slow motion, still
frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may
appear on the screen.
● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with
adhesive tape.
Recording safety hole
40 EN PLAYBACK Basic Connections
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)
When NOTE:
connecting the To AUDIO and VIDEO Use the optional Audio and Video cables.
cables, open OUT connectors
the jack cover. CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR
Audio and Video
cables (optional) 1 As shown in the illustration to the left, connect the
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and
those on the VCR.
To AUDIO and SUPPLY POWER

If your TV/VCR
has the SCART
connector, use
VIDEO IN
connectors 2 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
the provided SELECT MODE

cable adapter.
VCR
3 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV
to its VIDEO mode.
Connection To A TV With A/V Input

Antenna
Connectors B (Playback ONLY)
NOTE:
Use the optional Audio and Video cables.
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV
To AUDIO, 1 As shown in the illustration to the left, connect the
Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and
VIDEO and RF DC
OUT connectors those on the TV.
SELECT MODE
RF unit RF-V5E (optional) 2 Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in
its instructions).
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input
Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead
of the battery pack. Connectors (Playback ONLY)
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the NOTE:
camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA”, Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit.
then set your TV to the appropriate input *Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for connection
mode. procedure.
● If you have a TV or speakers that are not
specially shielded, do not place the speakers
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur
in the camcorder playback picture.
TAPE DUBBING EN 41
Tape Dubbing
CONNECT EQUIPMENT
1 Following the illustration to the left, connect the
camcorder and the VCR.
PLAY/PAUSE PREPARE FOR DUBBING
2 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”, turn
on the VCR’s power, and insert the appropriate
cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
SELECT VCR MODE

3 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
FIND EDIT-IN POINT

4 Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot
just before the edit-in point. Once it’s reached, press
PAUSE on the camcorder.
START EDITING
When connecting
the cables, open the Power Switch 5 Press PLAY on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
Record mode.
jack cover. To AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY
connectors
6 Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press
PAUSE on the camcorder.
Audio and Video EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

cables (optional)
7 Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
If your TV/VCR has To AUDIO and

the SCART connector, VIDEO IN
use the provided connectors
cable adapter.
VCR (Recording deck)

42 EN USER MAINTENANCE
LENS COVER After Use
Open/Close Switch
1 Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off
the camcorder.
2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder, then

remove the cassette.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

PUSH.
4 Close and lock the LCD monitor.
Set to “POWER OFF”.

5 Slide BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery pack.
BATT. RELEASE
6 Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to close
the lens cover.
PUSH EJECT
Cleaning The Camcorder

CLEAN EXTERIOR
1 Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Remove. 2 Open the LCD monitor and wipe gently with soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close
the LCD monitor.
CLEAN LENS
3 Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently with
lens cleaning paper.
REMOVE EYEPIECE
4 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.
Marks CLEAN VIEWFINDER

5 Remove dust using a blower brush.
RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE
6 Align the marks, re-attach the eyepiece and turn it
clockwise.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or
alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack
has been removed or other power units have been
disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN 43
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
POWER
No power is supplied. ● The battery pack has not been attached correctly
( Z pg. 6).
● The battery pack is not charged (Z pg. 6).
● The power supply has not been correctly connected
( Z pg. 7).
The power suddenly goes off and ● The battery pack has completely discharged.
doesn’t come back on by itself. ● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source,
then after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If
it still doesn’t come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
RECORDING
Recording cannot be performed. ● 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.
Recording does not start. ● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to
“CAMERA” (Z pg. 14).
PLAYBACK
The tape is running, but there’s no ● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.
playback picture. ● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has
not been set to VIDEO.
● The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.
Playback picture is blurred or ● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your
interrupted. nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.
The counter indication is blurred ● This is normal.
during Still playback.
TAPE TRANSPORT
The tape stops during fast-forward ● The Counter Memory Function has been activated
or rewind. ( Z pg. 38).
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot ● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.
be performed.
44 EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
OTHER
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 Select Dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.
Vertical white lines appear when ● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the
shooting a very bright object. background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the
camcorder.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear ● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of
in the LCD monitor and the the camcorder.
viewfinder.
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot. ● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to
be hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the
Power Switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.
Coloured bright spots appear all ● The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology.
over the LCD monitor. However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or
blue) may appear constantly on the LCD monitor. These
spots are not recorded on the tape. This is not due to any
defect of the unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)
The indicators and the picture ● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD
colour on the LCD monitor are not monitor is pressed.
clear.
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder ● Wipe them gently with soft cloth. Gently wipe the LCD
and the lens have become dirty (ex. monitor in a semicircle because wiping strongly spreads the
fingerprints). stain and it won’t come out easily.
The picture is blurred in the Quick ● This is normal while recording in the LP mode. Some noise
Review or Retake mode. may be present while recording in the SP mode (Z pg. 10).
An error number (i.e. E03) appears. ● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the
power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power
on again. If the error number still appears, consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
The image is out of focus. ● The dioptre needs to be adjusted (Z pg. 12).
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation
of Auto Focus (Z pg. 30).
The date and time displays ● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while
disappear. the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make
sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting
the power source.
The wrong date and time are ● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting ( Z pg. 9), the
displayed/recorded. date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure
that Date/Time setting is carried out.
Even though the Lens Cover is open, ● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the
the Lens Cover Warning indicator camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position
blinks. of the Lens Cover.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,
etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit
(battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and
proceed as usual from the beginning.
INDEX EN 45
1* 2 3 4 5 6* 7
30MIN 4S. LX T30

8 REC SP %*
444 TWILIGHT ^
9 NORM 01 &
0 LENS COVER MWB *
! PAUSE
5MIN
@ 1 4S TAPE END (
)
# MERRY CHRISTMAS
$ 25. 12. 98 22: 50 : 00
LCD monitor/Viewfinder Indications

1 *Cassette Warning / # Instant Title Display ............................ Z pg. 25
Tape Remaining Time ......................... Z pg. 15 $ Date/Time/Character Display .............. Z pg. 21
When no cassette is inserted: the cassette ( ) %*Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator
warning blinks. Changes as follows according to the battery
When Erase Protection tab is not in the position pack’s remaining power level:
that allows recording: the cassette ( ) warning “ ”. When the power is
lights. Otherwise, the tape remaining time is almost gone, the indicator “ ” blinks (battery
displayed and the tape remaining time warning† power warning†), then the unit shuts off. Replace
blinks when the tape is about to reach its end. the battery pack with a fully charged one.
When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and a Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened
tape is loaded: the cassette ( ) mark is squares — — does not necessarily mean
displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab’s that the battery pack is fully charged.
position.
^ Focus Indicator ................................... Z pg. 31
2 Recording Mode (SP/LP) Indicator ....... Z pg. 10
& Exposure Control Level Counter ......... Z pg. 32
3 , 9 Programme AE Indicator ................ Z pg. 22
Displayed at 3 for approx. 1 second when the * White Balance Mode Indicator ........... Z pg. 33
Select Dial is switched from one position to ( Clock Battery Warning
another. Then only the indicator remains at 9. Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the power is
3 , 0 Fade-Standby Indicator .................. Z pg. 24 turned on. This display also blinks when the
clock (lithium) battery is either not installed or
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when the has discharged. Install or replace the old battery
Fader is engaged by pressing the EFFECT button. with a new one (Z pg. 8).
Then only the indicator remains at 0.
) •Tape End Display: TAPE END ........... Z pg. 15
4 Multi-Function Control Indication ...... Z pg. 24
Appears when the end of the tape is reached
Displayed when any of the buttons located on
during playback, recording or fast-forward.
the Multi-Function Control is pressed. The
indication disappears within approx. 2 seconds. •Condensation Warning:
5 Super LoLux Indicator ......................... Z pg. 25 When this indication appears, all functions
except tape eject and power on/off are disabled.
6 *Tape Length Indicator ......................... Z pg. 10 Turn the unit off (without removing the power
7 Zoom Indicator Bar ............................. Z pg. 18 source) for a few hours, and when you turn it on
8 Recording Indicator ............................ Z pg. 14 again the indication should disappear.
! • Record–Standby Mode Indicator ...... Z pg. 14
• Lens Cover Warning: *: Displayed for approx. 5 seconds on the LCD monitor
LENS COVER ................................... Z pg. 15 when the LCD monitor is turned on, and then
@ Interval Timer/Recording Time/ disappear. However, the indications marked † are
5Sec. Rec Mode Indicator ........... Z pgs. 19 ,34 not displayed.
46 EN INDEX (cont.)
4
1 5
o 6
8
2 7 9
0
3
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EN 47
Controls Connectors
1 Power Zoom Button ........................... Z pg. 18 w DC IN Jack ......................................... Z pg. 7
2 Multi-Function Control The jacks e to y are located beneath the jack
•EFFECT Button ................................. Z pg. 24 cover.
•WIDE Button ................................... Z pg. 24 e J terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)
•TITLE Button .................................... Z pg. 25 Connector]
•SUPER LOLUX Button ..................... Z pg. 25 • It is used to connect the camcorder to a device
such as a personal computer.
3 Select Dial ......................................... Z pg. 22 For further details consult your nearest JVC
4 Recording Mode [SP/LP] Button ......... Z pg. 10 dealer.
5 DATE/TIME Button ............................. Z pg. 21 • JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR
COUNTER R/M Button ....................... Z pg. 38 is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with
a J terminal.
6 5SEC. REC [5-sec recording] Button ... Z pg. 19
7 REW Button ....................................... Z pg. 36 r VIDEO OUT Connector ..................... Z pg. 40
RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ...... Z pg. 19 t RF DC OUT Connector ...................... Z pg. 40
8 PLAY/PAUSE Button ........................... Z pg. 36 y AUDIO OUT Connector .................... Z pg. 40
9 FF Button ........................................... Z pg. 36 Indicators
RETAKE F Button ................................ Z pg. 19
u Power Indicator .................................. Z pg. 14
0 STOP Button ...................................... Z pg. 36
i Tally Lamp ......................................... Z pg. 14
! EJECT Switch ...................................... Z pg. 11
@ PUSH Button ...................................... Z pg. 11 Other Parts
# LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch o Video Light (GR-AXM33 only) ............ Z pg. 20
(GR-AXM33 only) .............................. Z pg. 20
p Microphone
$ BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ......... Z pg. 6
Q Camera sensor
% Dioptre Adjustment ............................ Z pg. 12 Be careful not to cover this area; built-in
^ Function Navigator Dial here is the sensor necessary for shooting.
[MENU Jog Dial] ................................ Z pg. 9 W Clock Battery Compartment ............... Z pg. 8
& Recording Start/Stop Button ................ Z pg. 14 E Battery Pack Mount ............................ Z pg. 6
* Power Switch ................................ Z pg.14, 36 R Shoulder Strap Eyelets ........................ Z pg. 13
( LENS COVER Switch .......................... Z pg. 14 T Electronic Viewfinder ......................... Z pg. 12
) BRIGHT Dial ...................................... Z pg. 37 Y Grip Strap .......................................... Z pg. 12
q VOLUME Dial .................................... Z pg. 37 U Speaker .............................................. Z pg. 37
I LCD monitor ................................. Z pg.16, 36
O Tripod Mounting Socket ..................... Z pg. 13
48 EN INDEX Terms
A M
AC Power Adapter .................................. pg. 6 Manual Focus ......................................... pg. 31
Animation Recording .............................. pg. 35
Auto Date Record ................................... pg. 21 N
Auto Focus .............................................. pg. 30 ND Effect Mode ...................................... pg. 23
Auto Mode Lock Mode ........................... pg. 23 P
Auto Mode Release Mode ....................... pg. 23
Playback ................................................. pg. 36
B Programme AE with Special Effects ......... pg. 22, 23
Battery Pack ............................................ pg. 6, 49 Provided Accessories .............................. pg. 4
Brighten the Image .................................. pg. 32 Q
C Quick Review ......................................... pg. 19
Car Battery .............................................. pg. 7 R
Cassette Adapter ..................................... pg. 39
Charge Marker ........................................ pg. 7 Recording, Advanced Features ................ pg. 22–35
Charging the Battery Pack ....................... pg. 6 Recording ............................................... pg. 14
Clock (Lithium) Battery ........................... pg. 8 Recording, Start/Stop ............................... pg. 14, 15
Connection to a VCR/TV ......................... pg. 40 Recording Mode Setting .......................... pg. 10
Contents ................................................ cover page Record-Standby ...................................... pg. 14
Counter Memory ..................................... pg. 38 Remove Cassette ..................................... pg. 11
Retake ..................................................... pg. 19
D Rewind Tape ........................................... pg. 36
Darken the Image ................................... pg. 32
Date/Time/Character Insert ...................... pg. 21
S
Date/Time Setting .................................... pg. 9 Self-Timer ............................................... pg. 34
DEMO Mode .......................................... pg. 29 Sepia Mode ............................................. pg. 23
Discharge the Battery pack ...................... pg. 6 Shoulder Strap Attachment ...................... pg. 13
Dioptre Adjust......................................... pg. 12 Shuttle Search ......................................... pg. 38
Specifications .......................................... pg. 51
E Sports Mode ............................................ pg. 23
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ...................... pg. 23 Still Playback .......................................... pg. 38
Erase Protection ...................................... pg. 11 Super LoLux ............................................ pg. 25
Exposure Control .................................... pg. 32
T
F Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 36
Fade-in/out ............................................. pg. 24 Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 41
Fast-Forward Tape ................................... pg. 36 Tape Length Setting ................................. pg. 10
5Sec. Rec ................................................ pg. 19 Time-Lapse Shooting ............................... pg. 35
Tracking .................................................. pg. 37
G Tripod Mounting ..................................... pg. 13
Grip Adjustment ...................................... pg. 12 Twilight Mode ......................................... pg. 23
H V
High Speed Shutter Mode ....................... pg. 23 Video Light ............................................. pg. 20
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................ pg. 12
I
Insert Cassette ......................................... pg. 11 W
Instant Titles ............................................ pg. 25 White Balance Adjustment ...................... pg. 33
Interface Shooting ................................... pg. 17 Wide Mode ............................................. pg. 24
J Z
Journalistic shooting ................................ pg. 17 Zooming ................................................. pg. 18
L
LCD monitor/Viewfinder, indications ...... pg. 45
CAUTIONS EN 49
DANGER: NOTES:
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
Video Light charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
• The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch Charging ........................... 10°C to 35°C
it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, Operation ......................... 0°C to 40°C
otherwise serious injury may result. Storage ............................. –10°C to 30°C
• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case ● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
immediately after using the video light, since it 20°C.
remains extremely hot for some time. ● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm takes.
between the video light and people or object.
• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
• It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacing the video light.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read
the following cautions:
General Battery Precautions 1. During use . . .
• When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not ..... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.
functioning even when correctly operated, the battery ..... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one. automatically erases the previously recorded
• Use only the following battery: video and audio signals.
C-P6U or C-P7U ....................... AA (R6) size ..... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
Please make note of the following rules for battery use. ..... do not load and unload the cassette
When misused, battery can leak or explode. repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when all. This slackens the tape and can result in
replacing the battery. damage.
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it can ..... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
leak or explode. the tape to fingerprints and dust.
3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire. 2. Store cassettes . . .
4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored for ..... away from heaters or other heat sources.
an extended period to avoid battery leakage which ..... out of direct sunlight.
can cause malfunctions. ..... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
shock or vibration.
..... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic
Battery Packs fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).
The supplied battery pack is a
..... vertically, in their original cases.
nickel-cadmium battery. Before using
the supplied battery pack or an optional
battery pack, be sure to read the
following cautions:
Main Unit
1. To avoid hazard . . . 1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
..... do not burn. ..... open the camcorder’s chassis.
..... do not short-circuit the terminals. ..... disassemble or modify the unit.
Terminals ..... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
..... do not modify or disassemble.
..... use only specified chargers. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . . ..... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
..... do not subject to unnecessary shock. enter the unit.
..... avoid repeated charging without fully discharg- ..... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
ing. power supply while the power is on.
..... charge in an environment where temperatures ..... leave the battery pack attached when the
are within the tolerances shown in the chart camcorder is not in use.
below. This is a chemical reaction type
battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical 2. Avoid using the unit . . .
reaction, while warmer temperatures can ..... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
prevent complete charging. ..... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
..... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to cooking stove.
high temperatures will increase natural ..... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
discharge and shorten service life. ..... near a television set.
..... avoid prolonged uncharged storage. ..... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
..... remove from charger or powered unit when not electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
in use, as some machines use current even etc.).
when switched off. ..... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.
50 EN CAUTIONS (cont.)
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
..... in places of over 50°C. SPECIAL NOTES ON VIDEO
..... in places where humidity is extremely low.
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
HEADS
..... in direct sunlight. Dust and dirt on video heads
..... in a closed car in summer. 1. Always allow enough time for your camcorder to
..... near a heater. acclimatize to its environment before using it.
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . . 2. Do not use the unit in areas of high humidity.
..... allow it to become wet. (Typical areas of high humidity are given below.)
..... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. • From being used or stored in a very cold outdoor
..... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during situation, then immediately being used in a warm
transportation. indoor situation.
..... keep the lens directed at extremely bright • From being used or stored in a cool air-conditioned
objects for long periods. situation, then being used in a high-humidity
..... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun. outdoor situation.
..... carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD • Other areas where rapid large temperature changes
monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with both can occur.
hands or use the grip. 3. Taking care of your “C” format video cassette
..... swing it excessively when using the shoulder tapes.
strap. • Store the video cassette tapes in a vertical position,
complete in their cassette cases.
• During transportation, always store cassettes in
LCD monitor their cassette cases.
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO 4. Check recorded information at regular intervals.
NOT . . . If the camcorder is equipped with a quick review
..... push it strongly or apply any shocks. facility, use this facility to check whether the picture
..... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on is clear or not.
the bottom. If the quick review or playback picture is not clear,
2. To prolong service life . . . then the video heads may be dirty.
..... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth. NOTE:
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD As a maladjusted tracking control can give similar
monitor use. These are not malfunctions . . . symptoms to dirty video heads, please check that the
• While using the camcorder, the surface around the tracking control of the unit is in the centre position.
LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor Cleaning the video heads
may heat up. Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video
• If you leave power on for a long time, the surface heads may cause the playback picture to become
around the LCD monitor becomes hot. blurred or interrupted. Although this camcorder is
equipped with a built-in head cleaner which automati-
cally cleans the heads, reducing the likelihood of dirty
heads, if such troubles are encountered, we recom-
About moisture condensation . . . mend the use of the cleaning cassette specifically
● You may have observed that pouring a cold designed for JVC camcorders, model number TCC-2U.
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to Please use the cleaning cassette as indicated below:
form on the glass’ outer surface. This same 1 After inserting the cleaning cassette, activate the Play
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a mode for a maximum of 15 seconds (normally, 5
camcorder when it is moved from a cool place seconds is sufficient).
to a warm place, after heating a cold room, 2 Remove the cleaning cassette and check the
under extremely humid conditions or in a place playback picture with a previously good-recorded
directly subjected to the cool air from an air tape.
conditioner. 3 If the picture is clear, then recording on a new tape
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe can begin when desired.
damage to the video tape, and can lead to 4 If the picture is not clear, repeat steps 1 to 3 up to
internal damage to the camcorder itself. two more times.
5 If the picture is still unclear, consult your local JVC
dealer.
Serious malfunctioning Important Note:
If heads have become dirty, the associated tape will
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit also be damaged, please do not use the tape again.
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. • A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the video
heads and head drum whenever a cassette is loaded
and unloaded to reduce head clogging.
• Cleaning cassette TCC-2U is available from your JVC
local dealer.
SPECIFICATIONS EN 51
GENERAL AUDIO
Format : VHS PAL standard Output : –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm
Power source : DC 6V (via AUDIO OUT
Power consumption connector)
LCD monitor off, Speaker : 20 mm round x 1,
viewfinder on : 5.9 W monaural
LCD monitor on,
viewfinder off : 6.1 W AC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER
LCD monitor on, (AA-V15EK)
viewfinder on : 6.8 W
Light : 2.9 W Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`,
(GR-AXM33 only) 50/60 Hz
Signal system : PAL-type Power consumption : 23 W
Video recording system Output
Luminance : FM recording Charge : DC 8.5 V , 1.3 A
Colour : Converted sub-carrier VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A
direct recording Charging system : Constant current,
Conforms to VHS peak detection,
standard timer controlled
Cassette : cassette Dimensions : 140 (W) x 42 (H) x
Tape speed 68 (D) mm
SP : 23.39 mm/sec. Weight : Approx. 350 g
LP : 11.70 mm/sec.
Recording time (max.) CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)
SP : 60 minutes
Dimensions : 188 (W) x 25 (H) x
LP : 120 minutes
104 (D) mm
(with EC-60 cassette)
Weight : Approx. 240 g
Operating temperature : 0°C to +40°C
Accessory : “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%
Storage temperature : –20°C to +50°C
Weight Provided Accessories ...................... Z pg. 4
GR-AXM33 : Approx. 990 g
GR-AXM23 : Approx. 980 g Optional Accessories
Dimensions : 116 (W) x 117 (H) x
(Including viewfinder) 242 (D) mm •Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U
•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E
CAMERA •RF Unit RF-V5E
Pick up : 1/4” format CCD •Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-60/45/30
Lens : F1.6, f = 3.8 to 83.6 mm, •Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
22:1 power zoom lens
with auto iris and macro Some acccessories are not available in some areas.
control, filter diameter Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on
46 mm accessories and their availability.
Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder Specifications shown are for SP mode unless
with 0.5” black/white otherwise indicated.
CRT E. & O. E. Design and specifications subject to
White balance change without notice.
adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment
LCD MONITOR
Size : 3” diagonally measured
LCD system : LCD/TFT active matrix
system
VIDEO
Output : 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced (via VIDEO
OUT connector)
GR-AXM23
GR-AXM33
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
EK Printed in Japan
COPYRIGHT© 1998 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0198MKV UN VP
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GR-AXM33 Programme AE With Special

GR-AXM23 Super LoLux (Gain Up) ............ 25

Compact VHS TROUBLESHOOTING

Dear Customer, WARNING:

This unit is produced to comply with Standard

SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE

The only compact video

Programme AE with Special

•AC Power Adapter/ • Cassette Adapter •Battery Pack •Shoulder Strap

Using the battery pack 1 Open

1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.

REFRESH ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook on. USING THE BATTERY PACK

DETACH BATTERY PACK

BATT. RELEASE Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

( ) : when the light is on (GR-AXM33 only).

Car Battery Charger/Adapter

USING A CAR BATTERY USING AC POWER

SWITCH OFF POWER

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)

24-hour indication START CLOCK OPERATION

Recording Mode Setting

Recording mode Tape length

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

CLOSE LCD MONITOR

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Recording Start/Stop Button

Power LOAD A CASSETTE

Tally lamp START SHOOTING

•“ REC ” appears in the viewfinder while recording is

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

OPEN LCD MONITOR

TILT LCD MONITOR

•The LCD monitor can rotate almost full circle

TILT LCD MONITOR UPWARD

•During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and

Zooming Speed ( 1 – 4 in order of speed)

: when the Select Dial is set to AUTO LOCK.

•The selected mode’s name and its indication are

flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.

LOCK AUTO LOCK Auto Mode Lock TWILIGHT Twilight

Auto Mode Lock Twilight

Electronic SPORTS Sports

Fade-out ENGAGE FADE-STANDBY MODE

After 2 sec. •“ BK FADER” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.

START OR END RECORDING

•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the

ENGAGE WIDE MODE

•To restore normal screen, press WIDE again.

NOTE (for Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, and Instant Titles) :

SELECT SUPER LOLUX MODE

SELECT PRESET TITLE

The characters you have set using

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

ACCESS CHARACTER MENU

LCD monitor or viewfinder INPUT CHARACTERS

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

ACCESS MENU SCREEN

Select Dial MENU

LCD monitor or viewfinder ACCESS FOCUS MENU SCREEN

Manual Focus Screen NOTES:

ACCESS MENU SCREEN