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GR-AX460

GR-AX360

GR-AX260

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COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

YU30052-562-1

Compact VHS

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PAL

ENGLISH

(GR-AX460 shown)

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS

camcorder. Before use, please read the safety

information and precautions contained in the

following pages to ensure safe use of your new

camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the

Table Of Contents (Z pg. 3).

•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to

read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are

separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

.... refer to the Index (Z pgs. 36, 37) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.

before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that

follow and cautions (Z pgs. 38, 39). They

contain extremely important information

regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

CAUTIONS:

nTo prevent shock, do not open the cabinet.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer

servicing to qualified personnel.

nWhen you are not using the AC Power

Adapter/Battery charger for a long period of

time, it is recommended that you disconnect

the power cord from AC outlet.

nCamcorder is designed exclusively for the

VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked

VHS-C can be used with this unit.

nHQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS

equipment.

Warning on lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a

fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do

not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or

incinerate.

Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita

Electric), Sanyo or Maxell CR2025; use of

another battery may present a risk of fire or

explosion.

nDispose of used battery promptly.

nKeep away from children.

nDo not disassemble and do not dispose of in

fire.

Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark

nThe Crossed Out Dust Bin

Mark on the battery pack

indicates that the product

complies with Directives

91/157/EEC and 93/86/

EEC.

nNickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)

battery pack must be

recycled or disposed of

properly.

This camcorder is designed to be used with

PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be

used for playback with a television of a different

standard. However, live recording is possible

anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V22U/V25U

battery packs and, to recharge them, the

provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/

Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter

may be necessary to accommodate different

designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

NOTES:

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) and

safety caution are on the bottom and/or the

back of the main unit.

●

The rating plate (serial number plate) of the

AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

This unit is produced to comply with Standard

IEC Publ. 65.

PAL

n Programme AE with Special Effects (Z pg. 14)

n Intelligent Function Control (Z pg. 16 – 23)

n 14x Variable-Speed Hyper Zoom (Z pg. 11)

n EasyEdit (Random Assemble

Editing) (Z pg. 30 – 33)

n Desigh-Integrated

Auto Light

(GR-AX460 only)

(Z pg. 13)

CONTENTSMAJOR FEATURES

GETTING STARTED 4

Power............................................ 4

Clock (Lithium) Battery

Removal/Insertion ............................. 6

Date/Time Settings ............................ 6

Viewfinder Adjustment ........................ 7

Tape Length Setting ............................ 7

Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 7

Grip Adjustment ................................ 8

Shoulder Strap Attachment ................... 8

Tripod Mounting ................................ 8

Remote Control Unit ........................... 9

RECORDING 10

Basic Recording ............................... 10

Basic Features ................................ 11

Advanced Features ........................... 13

PLAYBACK 26

Using The Cassette Adapter ................ 26

Basic Connections............................. 27

Basic Playback ................................ 28

Features ....................................... 29

EDITING 30

Tape Dubbing.................................. 30

Random Assemble Editing (R.A.Edit) ...... 30

Insert Editing.................................. 34

Audio Dubbing ................................ 35

INDEX 36

Controls........................................ 36

Connectors .................................... 36

Indicators ...................................... 36

Other Parts ................................... 36

Viewfinder .................................... 37

CAUTIONS 38

TROUBLESHOOTING 40

SPECIFICATIONS 41

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 41

REMEMBER

The Logical Choice

PAL

The only compact video

cassettes that can be

used with your VHS VCR*

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

•Lithium Battery CR2025

•Cassette Adapter C-P7U

•Battery Pack

BN-V12U

•Shoulder Strap

•Remote Control

Unit RM-V704U

(GR-AX460 only)

•Editing cable

•AUDIO/VIDEO

(A/V) cable

•AC Power Adapter/

Charger AA-V11EG

•Cable adapter

GETTING STARTED

Power

This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you

choose the most appropriate source of power.

NOTES:

●

No function is available without power supply.

●

Use only specified power supply.

●

Do not use provided power supply units with other

equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

SUPPLY POWER

Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall

outlet. The power indicator lights.

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the

direction of the arrow until it locks in place.

The CHG. indicator lights.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

When charging is completed, the END indicator

lights. Slide the battery pack opposite the direction

of the arrow.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTACH BATTERY PACK

Hook its top end to the camcorder and push the

battery pack in until it locks in place.

DETACH BATTERY PACK

Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

BATT. PACK APPROXIMATE RECORDING TIME

GR-AX460/AX260 GR-AX360

BN-V12U 1 hr. 5 min. (35 min.) 1 hr.

BN-V22U 2 hrs. 15 min. (1 hr. 25 min.) 2 hrs. 10 min.

BN-V25U 3 hrs. (1 hr. 50 min.) 2 hrs. 50 min.

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.

REFRESH indicatorREFRESH switch

CHG. (charge) indicator

To AC outlet

Marks

END

indicator

Hook on.

Push in.

BATT. RELEASE

POWER

indicator

( ) : when the video light is on (GR-AX460 only).

**REFRESH

The AC power adapter features a REFRESH function that allows you to fully discharge the battery pack

before recharging.

To discharge the battery . . .

.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as shown in the illustration to the left. Then push REFRESH. The

REFRESH indicator lights when discharging starts, and goes out when discharging is complete.

**CHARGE MARKER

A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to

help you remember whether it has been charged or

not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you

choose which one means charged and which

means discharged.

NOTES:

●

The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record/Standby mode and

the frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs.

●

Charging times noted on page 4 are for fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for fully

charged battery pack.

●

Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery

pack.

●

Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from

your camcorder.

●

Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.

●

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 partway through, make sure to remove the battery pack before

unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.

●

Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.

●

To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.

●

Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.

●

A blinking CHG. indicator means that the battery pack has become hot. Wait until it cools down to

continue.

●

The CHG. indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that’s been stored

for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The CHG.

indicator should light during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

Charge marker

USING A CAR BATTERY

Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery

Charger/Adapter (connect as shown in the illustra-

tion to the left).

NOTES:

●

When using the car battery, leave the engine

idling.

●

The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can

also be used to charge the battery pack.

●

When using the optional Car Battery Charger or

Car Battery Cord (AP-V7E), refer to the respective

instruction booklet.

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Power Adapter (connect as shown in

the illustration to the left).

NOTE:

The supplied AC Power Adapter/Charger features

automatic voltage selection in the AC range from

110 V to 240 V.

DC OUT terminal

To AC outlet

AC Power

Adapter/Charger

AA-V11EG

DC cord

Car Battery Cord

AP-V7E (optional)

To car’s

cigarette

lighter

socket

Car Battery Charger/Adapter

BH-V3E (optional)

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DATE 1.1.00

TIME 0:00

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Clock (Lithium) Battery Removal/Insertion

This battery is necessary to operate the clock and to

perform date/time settings.

SWITCH OFF POWER

Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power

supply unit.

OPEN COVER

Open the clock battery compartment cover while

pressing the release tab.

REMOVE BATTERY (when replacing)

Insert a pointed, non-metallic object between the

battery and the compartment ( A) and pull the

battery out.

INSERT BATTERY

Ensuring the plus (+) side is up, insert the supplied

lithium battery and push it in.

CLOSE COVER

Close the compartment cover until it clicks in place.

NOTE:

See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”(

pg. 2) for information

on safe handling of lithium batteries.

Date/Time Settings

SELECT MODE

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

SET DATE/TIME

Press SET and the day blinks. Press + or – to set

the day. Repeat to set month, year, hour and minute.

START CLOCK

Press SET. The blinking stops. The date and time are

both displayed for confirmation, then the time

display disappears.

NOTE:

The clock does not keep time while the date and time are

blinking.

–/+ SET

POWER

Date

Day/Month/Year

DATE ... Date setting is performed

Time

24-hour indication

TIME .... Time setting is performed

T30

Viewfinder Adjustment

POSITION VIEWFINDER

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability

(see illustration at left).

SELECT MODE

Set the power switch to CAMERA.

ADJUST DIOPTER

Turn the diopter adjustment control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Tape Length Setting

SET TAPE LENGTH

Set the tape length button according to the length of

the tape used. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time

and T45 = 45 minutes.

NOTE:

The tape remaining time indicator does not work with

tapes other than EC30 and EC45. (See Basic Recording

on pg. 10 for “tape remaining time indicator”.)

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER

Slide EJECT until holder opens. Do not use force to

open.

INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE

Make sure label is facing outward.

CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER

Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and

locked.

NOTES:

●

A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power

supply is attached.

●

Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the

cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the

cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the

slack.

●

Make sure the Erase Protection tab is present. If not,

cover the hole with adhesive tape. (Some cassettes

have sliding tabs – in this case, check the tab’s

position.)

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

TAPE30•45 tape length select button

Tape length indicator

GearErase Protection

Turn to take up

slack.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Grip Adjustment

EXPAND LOOP

Separate the Velcro strip.

INSERT HAND

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

ADJUST STRAP LENGTH

Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate

the Recording Start/Stop button and Power Zoom

switch. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Shoulder Strap Attachment

ATTACH STRAP

Following the illustration at left, thread the strap

through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back

and thread it through the keeper 2, and then

through the buckle 3. Repeat the procedure to

attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet,

making sure the strap isn’t twisted.

ADJUST LENGTH

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

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud

hole. Then tighten the screw.

Recording Start/Stop button

Remote Control Unit

The RM-V704U Full-Function Remote Control Unit can

operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the

basic operations (PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, and REW) of

your VCR. This remote control unit makes additional

recording functions possible. To operate, point it at the

camcorder’s remote sensor. The RM-V704U is provided

with GR-AX460, and is available optionally for

GR-AX360/AX260.

PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER

Pull out the battery holder according to the type of

remote control unit you have.

Type A: Pull out the battrery holder while sliding

the lock hole.

Type B: Pinch the release tab and pull out the

battery holder.

INSERT BATTERY

Insert the lithium battery* (CR2025), with its plus (+)

side up, into the battery holder.

REPLACE BATTERY HOLDER

Replace the battery holder until it clicks in place.

*Read warning on lithium battery. (Z pg. 2)

10°

30°

Infrared beam

effective area

The transmitted beam may not be effective or

may cause misoperations when the remote

sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or

powerful lighting.

Functions

Buttons With the camcorder’s power switch set to With the camcorder’s power switch set to

“CAMERA”. “PLAY”.

1PAUSE IN connector —Z pg. 32

2Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal.

transmitting window

3MBR SET button —Z pg. 31

4INT. TIME button Self-Timer/Time lapse (Z pg. 24, 25) —

5REC TIME button Animation/Time lapse (Z pg. 25) —

6FF button Retake (Forward) (Z pg. 11) FF/FF Shuttle Search (Z pg. 28)

7REW button Retake (Rewind) (Z pg. 11) Rew/Rew Shuttle Search (Z pg. 28)

8PAUSE button — Pause (Z pg. 29)

9PLAY button — Playback start (Z pg. 28)

0START/STOP button Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button of the camcorder.

!VISS button Index code marking (Z pg. 12) —

@ZOOM (T/W) button Zoom (invariable speed) (Z pg. 11) —

#VCR CTL button —Z pg. 31

$A. DUB button — Audio dubbing (Z pg. 35)

%STOP button — Stop (Z pg. 28)

^INSERT button — Insert Editing (Z pg. 34)

&R. A. EDIT button —Z pg. 32

Lock hole

Release tab

Remote sensor

45MIN 44MIN 3MIN

2MIN (Blinking)

1MIN (Blinking)

0MIN (Blinking)

* MIN.....(Now calculating)

RECORDING

Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

●

Power (

pg. 4)

●

Tape Length Setting (

pg. 7)

●

Grip Adjustment (

pg. 8)

LOAD A CASSETTE

Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert

the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to

ensure the holder is closed and locked.

ENTER RECORD–STANDBY MODE

Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to open

the lens cover, then set the power switch to

CAMERA.

•The power indicator lights and the camcorder

enters the Record–Standby Mode.

•The scene you’re aimed at appears on the

viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”

superimposed upon it.

START SHOOTING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button.

•The tally lamp lights while recording is in progress,

and “REC ” appears in the viewfinder.

STOP RECORDING

Press the Recording Start/Stop button again.

•The comcorder re-enters the Record-Standby

mode.

NOTES:

●

A cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power

supply is attached.

●

There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the

holder opens. Do not use force.

●

The tape‘s remaining time is displayed in the

viewfinder as shown.

●

“TAPE END” appears when the tape recheas 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,

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 you’re recording on a cassette from the middle, use

the RETAKE function (

pg. 11) 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, whether the cover is

open or closed.

LENS COVER

SWITCH

POWER

Tally lamp

Start/Stop

The power indicator

Tape remaining time

indicator

FEATURE: Zooming

PURPOSE: To vary the length of the focal lens and

produce zoom in/out effect.

OPERATION:

Zoom In

1) Pull the power zoom switch down

toward “T”.

Zoom Out

2) Push the switch up toward “W”.

NOTES: ●

The further the power zoom switch is

pushed or pulled, the faster the zoom

speed becomes.

●

Focusing may become unstable

during zooming. In this case, set

zoom while in Record–Standby, set

manual focus or Focus Lock

(

pg. 18, 19), then zoom in or out

in Record mode.

FEATURE: Quick Review

PURPOSE: To check end of last recording for

confirmation.

OPERATION: 1) Press “ ” for less than 2 seconds

during Record–Standby mode.

•Tape is rewound for about 2

seconds and played back automati-

cally, then pauses in Record–

Standby mode for 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 camcorder is in Record–

Standby mode.

2) Press either RETAKE button to reach

start point for new recording.

3) Press Recording Start/Stop to start

recording.

NOTE:

Noise may appear during Retake. This

is normal.

RETAKE

Power zoom switch

Zoom indicator

RECORDING

Basic Features

Zoom-in

Zoom-out

FEATURE: Index Code Marking

PURPOSE: To give you automatic access to any

selected point on a recording. Auto

Marking and Manual Marking are

available.

OPERATION:

Auto Marking

An index code is always marked to start

the first recording on a new date after a

cassette is inserted.

Manual Marking

1) Press VISS once to place index code.

INDEX blinks in the viewfinder

during marking.

NOTES: ●

If VISS is pressed during Record–

Standby mode, the mark is placed

where START/STOP is pressed.

●

If the date changes during a record-

ing, it becomes the first recording of

the new date and an index mark is

placed at that point.

FEATURE: AUTO PAUSE SYSTEM (GR-AX460

only)

PURPOSE: To automatically stop recording when

the camcorder is pointed down,

preventing accidental recordings of the

ground, your feet, etc.

OPERATION: 1) Set AUTO PAUSE to “ON”. When

the camcorder is tilted down by a

large degree from its horizontal

position during recording, the

Record-Standby mode is automati-

cally engaged. “AUTO PAUSE”

appears in the viewfinder.

NOTES: ●

The Auto Pause System is also

effective when the camcorder is

pointed up, or is positioned upside

down.

●

Auto Pause also works when the

camcorder is twisted by a large

degree to the left or right.

●

When you want to shoot in any of the

aforementioned positions, make sure

you set AUTO PAUSE to “OFF”.

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

AUTO PAUSE

Record-Standby

Record

Normal

Upside down

Record-Standby

Down

START/STOP

VISS

RECORDING

Basic Features (cont.)

Video Light (GR-AX460 only)

When natural lighting is too dim, you can brighten the

scene by using the built-in video light.

SET VIDEO LIGHT

Set the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF as required.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the

camcorder is turned on.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on

the subject.

OFF : Turns off the light.

•The video light can be used with the camcorder’s

power on.

•It is recommended to set the white balance to

indoor mode ( ) (Z pg. 15) when you use the

video light.

•When not using the video light, turn it off to save

battery power.

NOTES:

nEven if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink in the

viewfinder, if the battery pack’s charge is low, the

camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn

on the video light, or when you start recording with the

video light turned on.

nWhen the LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF is set to “AUTO”:

•Depending on the lighting condition, the video light

may not be stably turned on or off. In this case,

switch the light on and off manually.

•While the Sports or High-Speed Shutter mode

(Z pg. 14) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the Twilight mode (Z pg. 14) is engaged, the

light will not activate.

LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF

DANGER:

nThe video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it

either while in operation or soon after turning it off,

otherwise serious injury may result.

nDo not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it remains

extremely hot.

nWhen operating, keep a distance of about

30 cm between the video light and people or object.

nDo not use near flammable or explosive materials.

nIt is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC

dealer for replacing the video light.

RECORDING

Advanced Features

DIAL VIEWFINDER MODE

SYMBOL

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving

action.

High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

15 sec. Self-Timer

Lets you delay recording start after Recording Start/

Stop is pressed. If camcorder is secured, operator

can enter scene before recording starts.

1) Set PROGRAM AE dial to “ ”. “ 15S” appears

in viewfinder.

2) Press Recording Start/Stop.

•Recording starts after 15 seconds.

•Tally lamp begins blinking; blinking speed

increases about 5 seconds before recording starts.

Blinking stops when recording begins but light

stays on.

NOTES:

●

Only one effect can be engaged at a time.

●

When the PROGRAM AE select dial is switched

from one mode to another, the newly selected

mode’s name and its indication is displayed in the

viewfinder for approx. 3 seconds. Then the name

disappears, and only the indication remains.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the

fader (

pg. 16) is used in the Sepia mode.

●

The screen becomes slightly dark in the High

Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lighted

situations.

●

In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes,

picture colour may be adversely affected if

subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light

sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapour

lights.

DIAL VIEWFINDER MODE

SYMBOL

Auto Mode Lock

Locks camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing

accidental misoperation/button pressing during

shooting.

•CINEMA, FADER, FOCUS, EXPOSURE, DISPLAY,

TITLES and MWB (Manual White Balance)

controls are disabled in this mode.

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables controls that were disabled by Auto

Mode Lock.

Electronic Fog Filter

Makes picture look misty white, as when external

fog filter is attached to lens. Softens image and gives

it “fancy“ look.

ND EFFECT

Black mist darkens picture, as when ND filter is

used. Helps to counter effects of glare on subject.

Sepia

Scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted

(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving effect of older

movie. Use together with Cinema (Z pg. 17) for

authentic look of classic Hollywood movie.

Twilight

Disengages auto gain control and auto focus, locks

focus to infinity and white balance to “ ”

(outdoor) mode. Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks,

etc., look more natural and dramatic.

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Auto Mode Lock

LOCK AUTO LOCK

Auto Mode 

Release

RELEASE AUTO RELEASE

Electronic Fog Filter

FG:FOGFG

Sports

SPORTS

15 sec. Self-Timer

SELF TIMER

Program AE With Special Effects

All you have to do to access any of the variety of

shooting effects is to turn the PROGRAM AE select

dial until the desired indication appears in the

viewfinder. The mode is activated about 1 second

later. PROGRAM AE

select dial

Tally lamp

ND EffectND:ND EFFECTND

Sepia

SEPIA

Twilight

TWILIGHT

High Speed Shutter

1/2000 S 1/2000

No indication 

(Auto)

MWB

White balance mode indicator White Balance Adjustment

This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system

senses the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for

automatic white balance adjustment. However, precise

colour adjustment is not possible under the following

conditions:

•When an object is in various shades of the same colour.

•When a predominantly red or brown object is being

shot outdoors.

In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters

for white balance adjustment.

SELECT MODE

Press MWB (Manual White Balance) until the

required indication appears in the viewfinder.

“” .............. Outdoors on cloudy day

“” ............... Outdoors on sunny day

“ ” ................ Light source is halogen or tungsten

...................... lamp

“MWB” .......... With a memorized personal White

...................... Balance setting (see below)

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.

ADJUST FOCUS

Point the camcorder at a white, flat object such as a

sheet of white paper, and adjust focus manually

(Z pg. 19).

ADJUST WHITE BALANCE

Press MWB until “MWB” appears, then press and

hold MWB for more than 3 seconds.

•“MWB” blinks in the viewfinder during

adjustment, then stops blinking but stays lit when

adjustment is complete.

NOTES:

●

To switch to automatic white balance adjustment, press MWB until the indication disappears, or turn the

PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK.

●

Re-adjust the White Balance Mode when the lighting has changed, when the camcorder has been turned

on and off again, or when the PROGRAM AE dial’s position has been changed.

●

It is helpful to connect your camcorder to a colour monitor when adjusting the white balance

(“BASIC CONNECTIONS”

pg. 27).

●

When adjusted by putting coloured paper in front of the subject in step 2 , this unit makes its colour

temperature standard for automatic white balance. So you can enjoy shooting with different colours. For

example, when adjusting with red, blue or yellow colours, the image becomes the colour which

aproximates to green, orange or purple respectively.

MWB

SEL

FADER CINEMA

FOCUS

EXP.

TITLE

DISP.

Group 1

Group 2

Group 3

SEL.

F1 F2

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

INTELLIGENT FUNCTION CONTROL

This feature makes it easier for you to make selections

during the following modes: Fader, Cinema, Manual

Focus Adjust, Exposure Control, Display, and Instant

Title.

PREPARATION

Set the PROGRAM AE dial to any position except

LOCK.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until the required function’s

indication appears in the viewfinder.

ENTER SELECTION

Press either F1 or F2 (the one to the immediate left

of the desired function name).

NOTE:

If you set the PROGRAM AE dial to LOCK, F1 and F2

disappear from the viewfinder, indicating that IFC

(Intelligent Function Control) is unusable.

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.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “FADER” appears to the

right of F1.

ENGAGE FADE–STANDBY MODE

Press F1 to engage the Fade–Standby mode.

“FADER”appears in the viewfinder.

START RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop to start recording and

activate fade-in.

OR . . .

END RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop to end recording and

engage fade-out.

NOTES:

●

Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop button

allows you to record a black blank screen.

●

The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fader is

used with Sepia (

pg. 14).

●

With the Electronic fog filter mode (

pg. 14)

engaged, the image fades in/out to a white screen.

Viewfinder

PROGRAM AE select dial

Function SEL. button

F1 button F2 button

FADE OUT

FADE IN

Cinema

This feature allows you to record black bars at the top

and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like

“wide-screen” effect.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “CINEMA” appears to the

right of F2.

ENGAGE CINEMA MODE

Press F2.

RESTORE NORMAL SCREEN

Press F2 again while “CINEMA” appears next to F2

in the viewfinder.

Cinema mode

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Focus

detection zone

Focusing

Auto Focus

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.

*The low-contrast warning “ ” appears in the

viewfinder.

Focus Lock

This feature locks the focus in place, which is especially

helpful in the following situations:

•When things pass between your subject and the

camcorder. Engage the focus lock function to lock your

subject in before recording.

•When you want your subject to be focused, and to

appear in a corner of the screen. First, centre on the

subject and focus using auto focus mode. Then engage

the focus lock function and move the camcorder until

the subject is where you want it.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “FOCUS” appears to the

right of F1.

LOCK FOCUS

Press F1. The focus lock indication “ ” appears

in the viewfinder.

RELEASE FOCUS LOCK

Press F1. Focus lock is immediately released. The

focus lock indication disappears.

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 (

pg. 11). If zoomed-in in the auto focus mode,

the camcorder could automatically zoom out

depending on the distance between the camcorder and

the subject.

F1 F2

Function SEL.

FOCUS EXP.

F1 F2

F1+F1+

SEL

Manual Focus

NOTE:

You should already have made the necessary viewfinder

adjustments (

pg. 7). If you haven’t, do so before

continuing.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “FOCUS” appears to the

right of F1.

ADJUST FOCUS

TO FARTHER SUBJECT

While holding down F1, slide the power zoom

switch to T. The Manual Focus indications “ ”

appear and “ ” blinks.

Go to step 3.

TO NEARER SUBJECT

While holding down F1, slide the power zoom

switch to W. The Manual Focus indications

“” appear and “ ” blinks.

Go to step 3.

LOCK FOCUS

Release the power zoom switch. The focus

indication is replaced by the focus lock indication

“ ” and the adjusted focus is locked in.

RELEASE MANUAL FOCUS MODE

Press F1. The Manual Focus mode is immediately

released and the focus lock indication disappears.

NOTES:

●

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.

●

Two manual focusing speeds are available. For

slow-speed, push the switch slightly and hold that

position. For fast-speed, push the switch fully.

●

When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or

closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

Power zoom switch

Viewfinder

F1 button F2 button

Function SEL. button

FOCUS EXP.

F1 F2

SEL

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best

available picture quality, but you can override and make

the adjustment manually.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “EXP.” appears to the right

of F2.

BRIGHTEN IMAGE

While holding down F2, slide the power zoom

switch to T. The Exposure indicator bar appears in

the viewfinder.

OR . . .

DARKEN IMAGE

While holding down F2, slide the power zoom

switch to W. The Exposure indicator bar appears in

the viewfinder.

When you want to return to the factory setting . . .

RESTORE INITIAL SETTING

Press F2. The standard setting is immediately

restored and the Exposure indicator bar disappears.

Viewfinder

Power zoom switch

F1 button F2 button

Function SEL. button

Exposure indicator bar

To brighten the image

To darken the image

NOTES:

●

In the On-Screen Display mode, the date is

displayed and recorded.

●

The on-screen display is not available during recording.

Date/Time Character Insert

This feature allows you to display date, time and characters

in your viewfinder and on a connected colour monitor,

record them manually or automatically, and even make

your own titles.

NOTE:

You should already have performed the Date/Time Setting

procedure (

pg. 6). If you haven’t, do so before continuing.

DISPLAY

SELECT DISPLAY

Press Function SEL. until “DISP.” appears to the right

of F2.

CHOOSE DISPLAY MODE

Press F2 while in Record–Standby to cycle through

the modes as shown in the illustration at left.

NOTES:

●

The selected display can be recorded.

●

If you don’t want to record the display, select Date-off mode

before shooting.

●

If you want to delete the display during shooting, press F2.

●

If you want to call back a deleted display, engage the Record–

Standby mode and then select the desired display mode using F2.

AUTO DATE RECORD

Your camcorder automatically records the day, month

and year for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated

in the following situations:

•After changing the date.

•After loading a cassette.

•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by pressing

F2. In this mode, the month, day and year are replaced

after 5 seconds with “AUTO DATE”.

NOTES:

●

Setting PROGRAM AE to LOCK always engages this mode, and

disables all other modes.

●

In the Auto Date Record mode, if the date changes while you’re

shooting, the date indication is recorded for about 5 seconds

from that point. It is not recorded during any other recordings

made on that day.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO

MONITOR

Connect the camcorder to a monitor as instructed in

“BASIC CONNECTIONS” (Z pg. 27).

DISPLAY VIEWFINDER

INDICATIONS

Press F2 until the indications appear on the

connected monitor.

Date display Auto Date Record mode

Date/Time display

Date-off mode On-screen display

Character Generator

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AUTO DATE

Date display Auto Date Record mode

Date/Time display Character Generator

Auto date

record mode Auto date

record executed

No Characters

stored



Example of

stored characters

IN PARIS, FRANCE

25.12.96 10:50

SET CHAR

TITLE DISP.

F1 F2

SEL

F2 button

Function SEL. button

F1 button

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Character Generator

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “DISP.” appears to the right

of F2.

SET CHARACTER OR TITLE

Press F2 until “SET CHAR” or a previously stored

title appears in the viewfinder.

ACCESS CHARACTER MODE

SCREEN

Press SET. A character grid appears in the view

finder.

ENTER DESIRED CHARACTERS

Press + or – to move the cursor on the character grid

to the desired character, then press SET to enter. The

selected characters appears at the bottom of the

screen. When you’re done, press SET as many times

as necessary to exit the screen. The title you made

appears at the bottom of the screen.

NOTES:

●

You can store up to 18 characters.

●

You can only make and store one title at a time. To

replace it, repeat the procedure.

●

To create a space between two characters in a title you

make, choose “ ” on the CHARACTER SET MODE

screen.

SET–/+

SET CHAR

IN PARIS, FRANCE

CHARACTER SET MODE

J K L M N O P Q R S

T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü

À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &

: . , ' - / ! ? ¿ k

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

A B C D E F G H I

CHARACTER SET MODE

J K L M N O P Q R S

T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü

À È Ì Ò Ù Ñ Æ Ø Å &

: . , ' - / ! ? ¿ k

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

A B C D E F G H I

I N PAR I S, FR

CHARACTER

SET MODE

screen

CHARACTER

SET MODE

screen



HAPPY HOLIDAYS

IN PARIS, FRANCE

Example of Character Generator & Title

Viewfinder

Character Generator:

IN PARIS, FRANCE Title indication

Title: HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Instant Titles

The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can

superimpose one of them above a previously stored title

as shown in the illustration to the left.

The preset titles appear in this order: HAPPY BIRTHDAY,

HAPPY HOLIDAYS, OUR FAMILY, MOVIE STAR,

PARTY TIME, MERRY CHRISTMAS, WEDDING DAY,

CONGRATULATIONS.

SELECT MODE

Press Function SEL. until “TITLE” appears to the right

of F1.

SELECT PRESET TITLE

Engage the Record–Standby mode, then press F1 to

cycle through the preset titles until the desired title is

displayed.

NOTES:

●

To delete the Instant Title during recording, press F1.

●

To recall a title, engage the Record–Standby mode and

then press F1 to select the desired title.

●

To display a title you made in the position usually

occupied by an Instant Title, cycle through in step 2

above until your title appears

(after “CONGRATULATIONS”). You can superimpose

two personal titles on the scene being shot.

RECORDING

Advanced Features (cont.)

Self-Timer

You can set the delay between pressing Recording Start/

Stop 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:

You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to perform

this procedure.

ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY

MODE

Make sure the lens cover is open, set the power

switch to CAMERA.

SET TIME DELAY

On the RM-V704U, press INT. TIME to set the delay

time. There are four choices, and they appear in the

viewfinder in the following order (each time

INT. TIME is pressed): 15S (15 seconds), 30S

(30 seconds), 1MIN (1 minute) and 5MIN

(5 minutes). Pressing again releases the Self-timer.

START DELAYED RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop. The tally lamp begins

blinking, and the blinking speed increases about

5 seconds before recording starts. When recording

begins, the lamp stops blinking but stays lit.

RELEASE SELF-TIMER MODE

To release when the tally lamp is not blinking, press

INT. TIME continuously until “ ” disappears. To

release when the tally lamp is blinking, press

Recording Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then press

INT. TIME continuously until “ ” disappears.

NOTE:

If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to “ ”, 15S is automati-

cally selected.

Tally lamp PROGRAM AE

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

START/STOP

REC TIME

INT. TIME

Animation

Give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of

movement. This function allows you to shoot a

series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same

object for a brief period of time.

NOTE:

You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to

perform the following procedure.

ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY

MODE

Make sure the lens cover is open, then set the

power switch to CAMERA.

SET RECORDING TIME

Press REC TIME on the remote control. Three

choices are available, and they appear in the

following order (each time REC TIME is

pressed): 1/4S (one-fourth of a second), 1/2S

(one-half of a second) and 1S (one full second).

Press again to release the Animation mode.

START RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop after focusing on the

subject. The recording stops automatically after

the selected period of time.

ASSEMBLE SERIES OF

PICTURES

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the desired number of

pictures.

CHECK YOUR WORK

Play back the series of pictures to see if the

results were satisfactory.

RELEASE ANIMATION MODE

Press REC TIME until “ ” disappears from the

viewfinder.

NOTES:

●

For best results, make sure the camcorder is

secured when shooting.

●

If the PROGRAM AE dial is set to Self-Timer

mode, Animation is cancelled and Self-Timer

mode is engaged with 15S selected.

●

Fade-in/out cannot be performed during

Animation shooting.

Time-Lapse

You can record sequentially at preset time spans.

Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,

you can record subtle changes over an extended

period of time.

NOTE:

You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to

perform the following procedure.

ENGAGE RECORD–STANDBY

MODE

Make sure the lens cover is open, then set the

power switch to CAMERA.

SET RECORDING TIME

Press REC TIME on the remote control. There

are three choices available, and they appear in

the following order (each time REC TIME is

pressed): 1/4S, 1/2S and 1S. Press again to

reset.

SET INTERVAL BETWEEN

RECORDINGS

Press INT. TIME on the remote control. There

are four choices available, and they appear in

the following order (each time INT. TIME is

pressed): 15S, 30S, 1MIN, and 5MIN. Press

again to reset.

START TIME-LAPSE

RECORDING

Press Recording Start/Stop. Recording and

intervals alternate automatically.

RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE

To release when the tally lamp is not blinking,

press INT. TIME and REC TIME repeatedly

until “ ” and “ ” disappear. To release

when the tally lamp is blinking, press

Recording Start/Stop to stop the blinking, then

press INT. TIME and REC TIME repeatedly

until “ ” and “ ” disappear.

NOTES:

●

Fade-in/out cannot be performed during

Time-Lapse shooting.

●

For best results, keep the camcorder secured

while shooting.

●

If, during steps 2 and 3, the PROGRAM AE dial is

set to the Self-Timer mode, the Self-Timer mode is

engaged with 15S selected.

PLAYBACK

Using The Cassette Adapter

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

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install

one “R6(AA)” size battery as shown in the

illustration at left. Then reattach the cover.

INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

door, then insert the cassette and close the

compartment door.

PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

tape back as you would any other.

REMOVE CASSETTE FROM

ADAPTER

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

automatically. Then insert your finger in the hole on

the underside of the adapter as shown in the

illustration at left, push up and remove the cassette.

NOTES:

●

During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the

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.

VCR

Compartment door

Sliding latch

Compact video cassette

Recording safety hole

Reels

There are three basic types of connections. When making

the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV

instruction manuals.

Connection To A VCR [A]

(Editing, Dubbing and Playback)

NOTE:

Use the provided A/V cable.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

provided A/V cable. between the AUDIO and

VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on

the VCR.

SUPPLY POWER

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

SELECT MODE

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV

to its VIDEO mode.

Connection To A TV With A/V Input

Connectors [B] (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the provided A/V cable.

CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV

As shown in the illustration at left, connect the

provided A/V cable. between the AUDIO and

VIDEO connectors on the camcorder and those on

the TV.

SELECT MODE

Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in

its instructions).

Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input

Connectors (Playback ONLY)

NOTE:

Use the optional RF-V5E RF unit.

* Refer to the RF-V5E instruction manual for connection

procedure.

NOTES:

●

It is recommended to use the AC Power

Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead

of the battery pack.

●

To monitor the picture and sound from the

camcorder without inserting a tape, set the

camcorder’s power switch to CAMERA, then

set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

●

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.

To AUDIO

and VIDEO

connectors

Aerial

RF unit RF-V5E

(optional)

To AUDIO, VIDEO and

DC OUT connectors

PLAYBACK

Basic Connections

A/V cable (provided)

To AUDIO and

VIDEO IN

connectors

If your TV/VCR

has the SCART

connector, use

the provided

cable adapter.

VCR

M 0:00:00

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback

NOTE:

Make sure you connect your camcorder as directed in

“BASIC CONNECTIONS” (

pg. 27).

LOAD A CASSETTE

Load as you did in the recording procedure.

SELECT MODE

Set the power switch to PLAY. The Power On

indicator lights.

PLAYBACK

Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears in

the viewfinder and the connected TV.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP.

Rewind or Fast-forward the Tape

Press REW to rewind, or FF to fast-forward the tape

during stop mode.

NOTE:

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.

REW

POWER

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

Tape counter

FEATURE: Manual Tracking

PURPOSE: To eliminate noise bars that appear on

the screen.

OPERATION: 1) Press either TRACKING button as

many times as necessary for best

picture.

NOTES: ●

To reset TRACKING to the original

preset, press both TRACKING buttons

simultaneously.

●

Manual Tracking may not work with

tapes recorded on other VCRs or

camcorders.

FEATURE: Still Playback

PURPOSE: To pause during playback.

OPERATION: 1) Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press

PLAY/PAUSE again.

NOTE:

Noise bars appear and pictures may

become monochrome during Still

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 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 2 seconds. The counter

resets to “0:00:00”.

2) Press COUNTER R/M. “M” appears.

3) After recording or playback, press

STOP, then REW. The tape automati-

cally stops at or close to 0:00:00.

4) Press PLAY/PAUSE to start playback.

NOTES: ●

The counter memory functions in the

FF and REW modes.

●

To disable Counter Memory

Function, press COUNTER R/M so

the “M” disappears.

COUNTER R/M

PLAY/PAUSETRACKING

STOP

PLAYBACK

Features

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

EDITING

Tape Dubbing

CONNECT EQUIPMENT

Following the illustration at left, connect the

camcorder and the VCR. If you have a Remote

PAUSE terminal, use the editing cable to connect it

to the camcorder and the VCR. (See “NOTES” below

for details.)

PREPARE FOR DUBBING

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

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

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

Press EDIT on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s

Record mode.

STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

PAUSE on the camcorder.

EDIT MORE SEGMENTS

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then

stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.

NOTES:

●

When using a Remote PAUSE terminal, pressing EDIT on the

camcorder in step 5 automatically engages the VCR’s Record

mode.

●

When using a Remote PAUSE terminal, you can access a

function called Master Edit Control System. Before beginning,

reset the camcorder’s counter to “0:00:00” at an edit-out point.

When the tape reaches this point (remember there’s a small

margin of error) during editing, the camcorder and VCR pause

automatically. However, some VCRs are not compatible with

the Master Edit Control System.

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as the

source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for automatic

editing, in any order you like. R.A. Edit is more easily

performed when the RM-V704U* MBR (Multi-Brand

Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR (see

chart on the next page), but can also be performed by

operating the VCR manually.

* RM-V704U is provided with GR-AX460, optional for

GR-AX360/AX260. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

Power switch

EDIT

PLAY/PAUSE

VCR (Recording deck)

To EDIT

To AUDIO out

To VIDEO out

If your TV/VCR has the

SCART connector, use

the provided cable

adapter.

To AUDIO IN

To VIDEO IN

To Remote

PAUSE

Editing cable

(provided) A/V cable

(provided)

MBR SET

VCR CTL

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the remote

toward the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then, referring to

the chart at left, press and hold MBR SET, and press

button (A) and then (B).

•The code is automatically set once you release the

MBR SET button, and the VCR’s power comes on.

OPERATE THE VCR

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while

holding VCR CTL, press the button on the remote for

the desired function. The functions the remote can

control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and VCR

REC STBY (you don’t need to press VCR CTL for this

one).

You’re now ready to try Random Assemble Editing.

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and

those of many other makers, it may not work with yours

or may offer limited functions.

NOTES:

●

If the VCR’s power doesn’t come on in step 1, try

another code from the chart.

●

Some brands of VCR don’t come on automatically. In

this case, turn the power on manually and try step 2.

●

If the RM-V704U is not able to control the VCR, use

the controls on the VCR.

MAKE CONNECTIONS

CONNECT TO . . .

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE

terminal.

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

NON-JVC VCR WITH NEITHER

Connect the editing cable to the RM-V704U’s

Pause-In jack.

All other connections are as shown in the illustration

on page 32.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

12 3

45 6

7890

VCR BRAND

NAME BUTTONS

(A) (B)

AKAI 6 2

6 4

7 7

GRUNDIG 1 4

3 4

HITACHI 6 6

6 3

6 7

6 8

3 7

3 8

JVC A

B

C

MITSUBISHI

NEC

9 1

9 6

9 3

PANASONIC 1 3

1 7

1 1

9 4

1 8

FERGUSON 9 7

9 8

3 2

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9 5

1 1

9 4

9 1

9 6

1 2

3 3

SANYO 3 6

3 5

SELECO, REX 9 1

9 6

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6 5

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SONY

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VCR CODE LIST

EDITING (cont.)

PREPARE CAMCORDER

Insert a recorded tape and set the power switch to

PLAY.

PREPARE VCR

Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and

engage the AUX mode (refer to VCR’s instructions).

SELECT SCENES

ACCESS R.A. EDIT COUNTER

DISPLAY

Press PLAY/PAUSE, then press R.A. EDIT and the

counter display appears in the viewfinder and the

screen of the connected TV.

Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of a scene

you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.

The data appears under IN on the display.

Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and

press IN/OUT to register it. The data appears under

OUT on the display. The total time of the registered

scene(s) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional scene

(as many as 8).

MAKE CORRECTIONS

Press CANCEL during steps 2 and 3 to erase the

most recently registered point.

NOTES:

●

The RM-V704U can be used to operate other camcorder

functions as well. Point the RM-V704U at the camcorder’s

remote sensor and press any of the following buttons (function

appears in parentheses):

— ON/OFF (camcorder R.A. EDIT)

— IN/OUT (camcorder IN/OUT)

— CANCEL (camcorder CANCEL)

●

There must be at least one second between an in-point and its

corresponding out-point.

●

The camcorder prerolls during R.A. Edit, so there must be at

least 15 seconds of recording material prior to any in-point.

●

Blank portions of tape cannot be registered as in-points or out-

points.

●

If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point, the

VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing doesn’t

take place.

●

Pressing R.A. EDIT clears all in- and out-points from memory.

●

Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to ensure

the scene is recorded in its entirety.

CANCELREW/FF

IN/OUT

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

R.A. EDIT

VCR (Recording deck)

To EDIT

To AUDIO and

VIDEO IN

connectors

If your TV/VCR has

the SCART

connector, use the

provided cable

adapter.

To Pause-In

To Remote

PAUSE

To AUDIO and

VIDEO out

connector

Editing cable

(provided) A/V cable

(provided)

ON/OFF

VCR REC STBY

CANCEL

IN/OUT

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

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AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD–PAUSE

MODE

Point the remote control toward the VCR’s infrared

sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually

engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING

Press EDIT on the camcorder, and the previously

selected scenes are copied to the VCR in the

specified order.

END AUTOMATIC EDITING

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

camcorder and VCR enter the still or pause mode.

Press STOP on both units.

NOTES:

●

If you performed step 1C on page 31, keep the remote

control pointed at the VCR during editing.

●

The on-screen display only appears while the

camcorder searches for each scene.

●

To dub a copy of the camcorder’s (source) tape,

perform R.A. EDIT by specifying only one in-point

(and no out-point). The contents of the tape from the

specified in-point to the end of the tape are

automatically copied.

●

There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited

tape with certain VCRs.

1 3 2

IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT

ORIGINAL TAPE (camcorder)

EDITED TAPE (VCR)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL

Using the RM-V704U remote control, it is also possible to

perform deck-to-deck Random Assemble Editing. The

playback deck must be an R.A. Edit-capable JVC VCR. The

recording deck can be...

na VCR other than JVC, or

na JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R.A. EDIT

connector

How to use:

— Connect the playback deck and RM-V704U as shown on the

left.

— Set the RM-V704U to correspond to the brand of the recording

deck. (Z P. 31)

— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to the

instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the

playback deck.

Notes:

nRM-V704U cannot be used to control the playback deck.

nRM-V704U is capable of controling basic operations of the

recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY, STOP,

PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not possible with some

brands and models). Other buttons cannot be used.

nTo put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the

controls on the recording deck itself.

EDIT STOP

Player (JVC VCR) AV OUT

Editing cable

(3.5 ø -3.5 ø,

provided)

Recording deck

PAUSE IN

AV IN

RM-V704U

(provided with

GR-AX460,

optional for

GR-AX360/AX260)

R.A. EDIT

M-0:12:34

COUNTER R/M Insert Editing

You can record a new scene into a previously recorded

tape, replacing a section of the original recording with

minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The

original audio remains unchanged.

NOTE:

You need the RM-V704U remote control unit to perform

the following procedure.

SELECT MODE

Set the power switch to PLAY.

FIND EDIT-OUT POINT

Locate the point and press PAUSE on the camcorder

or the remote control.

RESET COUNTER

Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than 2

seconds to reset the tape counter, then press for less

than 1 second and make sure “M” appears in the

viewfinder.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the

recorded tape, and press PAUSE at exactly at the

point where the new scene should start.

ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE

Press and hold INSERT, and press PAUSE. The Insert

mode is engaged, and the scene the camcorder is

aimed at appears on the screen.

BEGIN INSERT EDITING

Press Recording Start/Stop. When the counter

reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and

the camcorder enters the playback mode.

NOTES:

●

Insert Editing may not work correctly if a blank

segment exists in the recorded tape.

●

The tape may stop slightly before or after the

designated end point, and noise bars may appear.

Neither indicates a defect in the unit.

●

To edit onto a tape with the recording safety tab

removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

●

Only video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing

mode. When the sound is to be recorded, press

A. DUB and PAUSE simultaneously after Step 5. When

INSERT and PAUSE are pressed simultaneously again,

the unit re-enters the Video-signal-only

Recording mode.

●

If the camcorder’s mike is too close to the TV, or if the

TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may

occur.

EDITING (cont.)

POWER

Tape Counter

Insert editing

indicator

Viewfinder

REW

INSERT

A. DUB

PAUSE

PLAY

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

Audio Dubbing

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape

(normal audio only).

** Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure

(Z pg. 34) before continuing.

FIND EDIT-IN POINT

Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the

scene onto which you want to dub new audio, press

PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press PAUSE

at exactly the point where dubbing should start.

ENGAGE AUDIO DUB STANDBY

MODE

Press and hold A. DUB, and press PAUSE.

BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING

Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,

Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the

camcorder enters the playback mode.

NOTES:

●

Audio Dubbing may not work correctly if the tape

contains blank segments.

●

If the camcorder’s mike is too close to the TV, or if the

TV’s volume is too high, whistling or howling may

occur.

Audio dubbing indicator

Mic

PLAY

PAUSE

A. DUB

REW

Viewfinder

RM-V704U

(provided with GR-AX460,

optional for GR-AX360/AX260)

INDEX

Controls

1PROGRAM AE Select Dial .................. Z pg. 14

2F1 [Function 1] Button ........................Z pg. 16

3PUSH Button ......................................... Z pg. 7

4Function SEL. Button ........................... Z pg. 16

5F2 [Function 2] Button ........................Z pg. 16

6EJECT Switch ......................................... Z pg. 7

7 AUTO PAUSE ON/OFF Switch

(GR-AX460 only) ................................. Z pg. 12

8LIGHT ON/AUTO/OFF Switch

(GR-AX460 only) ................................. Z pg. 13

9 Diopter Adjustment ............................... Z pg. 7

0Power Zoom Switch ............................ Z pg. 11

!BATT. [Battery] RELEASE Switch ............ Z pg. 4

@MWB [Manual White Balance]

Button ................................................. Z pg. 15

#Tape Length [TAPE30•45]

Select Button ......................................... Z pg. 7

COUNTER R [Reset]/M [Memory]

Button ................................................. Z pg. 29

$EDIT Button ........................................ Z pg. 30

%DATE/TIME +/– Buttons ......................... Z pg. 6

CHAR. [Character] SET +/– Buttons ..... Z pg. 22

TRACKING +/– Buttons ....................... Z pg. 29

^DATE/TIME SET Button ..........................Z pg. 6

CHAR. SET Button............................... Z pg. 22

R.A.EDIT IN/OUT Button .................... Z pg. 32

&R.A.EDIT Button .................................. Z pg. 32

*REW Button ........................................ Z pg. 28

RETAKE R [Quick Review] Button ....... Z pg. 11

(FF Button ............................................Z pg. 28

RETAKE F Button ................................. Z pg. 11

)R.A.EDIT CANCEL Button ...................Z pg. 32

qSTOP Button ....................................... Z pg. 28

wPLAY/PAUSE Button ............................ Z pg. 28

ePOWER Switch .....................................Z pg. 6

rRecording Start/Stop Button .................. Z pg. 8

Connectors

tREMOTE Jack (For connection of the RM-V20U

wired remote control unit (optional).)

yShoulder Strap Eyelets ........................... Z pg. 8

uEDIT Jack ............................................Z pg. 30

iVIDEO Out Jack .................................. Z pg. 27

oRF DC OUT Jack ................................. Z pg. 27

pAUDIO Out Jack ................................. Z pg. 27

Indicators

QTally Lamp .......................................... Z pg. 10

WPower On Indicator............................. Z pg. 10

ELCD window (GR-AX460 only)

Other Parts

RVideo light (GR-AX460 only) ............... Z pg. 13

TMicrophone

YRemote Sensor ...................................... Z pg. 9

(Be careful not to cover this area; built-in here is

the sensor necessary for shooting.)

UClock Battery Compartment .................. Z pg. 6

IBattery Pack Mount ............................... Z pg. 4

OElectronic Viewfinder ............................ Z pg. 7

PLENS COVER Switch ........................... Z pg. 10

aGrip Strap ............................................. Z pg. 8

sTripod Mounting Socket ........................Z pg. 8

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!Recording Indicator ............................. Z pg. 10

@Record–Standby Indicator ................... Z pg. 10

#Lens Cover Warning ............................ Z pg. 10

$Index Code Marking ............................ Z pg. 12

%Fade–Standby Indicator ....................... Z pg. 16

^Clock Battery Warning

Appears when the clock (lithium) battery is not

in place or exhausted.

For inserting or replacing

the clock battery ................................... Z pg. 6

&Insert Editing Indicator ........................ Z pg. 34

Audio Dubbing Indicator .................... Z pg. 35

*Condensation Warning

When this indicator appears, all functions are

disabled. Turn the unit off for a few hours, and

when you turn it on again the indicator should

disappear.

(Instant Title ......................................... Z pg. 23

)Date/Time/Character ........................... Z pg. 21

qInterval

Time/Recording Time Indicator ........... Z pg. 24

Viewfinder Indications

1, 2 PROGRAM AE Indicator ................ Z pg. 14

Displayed at 2 for approx. 3 seconds when the

PROGRAM AE select dial is switched from one

position to another. Then only the indicator

remains at 1.

3Focus Indicator ...................................Z pg. 18

4White Balance Mode Indicator............ Z pg. 15

5Zoom Level Indicator .......................... Z pg. 11

Exposure Indicator Bar ........................ Z pg. 20

6Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator

Changes as follows according to the battery

pack’s remaining power level:

“”. When the power is

almost gone, the indicator blinks, then the unit

shuts off. Replace the battery pack with a fully

charged one ..........................................Z pg. 4

7Cassette Warning .................................. Z pg. 7

Blinks when no cassette or a cassette with the

Erase Protection tab removed is loaded.

8Intelligent Function Control

Indicator ............................................. Z pg. 16

9Remaining Tape Time .......................... Z pg. 10

0Tape Length Indicator ............................ Z pg. 7

5 M I N

REC

45MIN

PAUSE

10 : 55

25. 12. 96

1 4S

T45

FADER CINEMA

LENS COVER

MERRY CHR ISTMAS

SPORTS

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MWB INDEX

FADER

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INDEX

Viewfinder

CAUTIONS

DANGER:

•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not

touch it either while in operation or soon after

turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

between the video light and people or object.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

•Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the

video light unit.

General Battery Precautions

•When the RM-V20U (remote control), C-P6U or

C-P7U (cassette adapter) are not functioning even

when correctly operated, the batteries are

exhausted. Replace them with fresh ones.

•Use only the following batteries:

RM-V20U ................................. R03 (AAA) size

C-P6U or C-P7U ....................... R6 (AA) size

Please make note of the following rules for battery

use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.

1. Refer to the RM-V20U and C-P6U/C-P7U

instructions when replacing batteries.

2. Do not use old and new batteries together.

3. Do not use two different kinds of batteries.

Although sizes may be the same, voltages may

differ.

4. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they

can leak or explode.

5. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.

6. Remove batteries from the unit if it is to be stored

for an extended period to avoid battery leakage

which can cause malfunctions.

Battery Packs

The supplied battery pack is a

nickel-cadmium battery. Before using

the supplied battery pack or an optional

battery pack, be sure to read the

following cautions:

1. To avoid hazard . . .

.... do not burn.

.... do not short-circuit the terminals.

.... do not modify or disassemble.

.... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service

life . . .

.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

.... avoid repeated charging without fully

discharging.

.... charge in an environment where

temperatures are within the tolerances shown

in the chart below. This is a chemical

reaction type battery—cooler temperatures

impede chemical reaction, while warmer

temperatures can prevent complete charging.

.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure

to high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.

.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.

.... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current

even when switched off.

3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .

.... replace the battery pack when it begins to

deliver less recording time per charge.

NOTE:

It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

charging, or after use.

Temperature Ranges

Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C

Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C

Storage...................................... –10°C to 30°C

NOTES:

●

Recharging time is based on room temperature of

20°C.

●

The lower the temperature, the longer recharging

takes.

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

read the following cautions:

1. During use . . .

.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C

mark.

.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded

tapes automatically erases the previously

recorded video and audio signals.

.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

.... do not load and unload the cassette

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run

at all. This slackens the tape and can result in

damage.

.... do not open the front tape cover. This

exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

.... away from heaters or other heat sources.

.... out of direct sunlight.

.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

.... where they won’t be exposed to strong

magnetic fields (such as those generated by

motors, transformers or magnets).

.... vertically, in their original cases.

Terminals

Main Unit

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

.... open the camcorder’s chassis.

.... disassemble or modify the unit.

.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in

use.

.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to

enter the unit.

.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

.... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

.... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a

cooking stove.

.... in places subject to excessive shock or

vibration.

.... near a television set.

.... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.).

.... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)

or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

.... in places of over 50°C.

.... in places where humidity is extremely low

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

.... in direct sunlight.

.... in a closed car in summer.

.... near a heater.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

.... allow it to become wet.

.... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

.... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation.

.... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

.... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.

.... carry it by holding the viewfinder.

.... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

5. This camcorder features a built-in head

cleaner which automatically cleans the

heads and head drum when a cassette is

loaded or unloaded. If, however, the heads

become dirty and cause blurriness or

interruption in the playback picture,

consult your nearest JVC dealer.

About moisture condensation . . .

•You have observed that pouring a cold liquid into

a glass will cause drops of water to form on the

glass‘ outer surface. This same phenomenon

occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it

is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after

heating a cold room, under extremely humid

conditions or in a place directly subjected to the

cool air from an air conditioner.

•Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal

damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

For Your Maintenance

1. After Use

1Set the power switch to POWER OFF to turn

off the camcorder.

2Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then

remove the cassette.

3Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

PUSH.

4Press BATT. RELEASE to remove the battery

pack.

5Slide the LENS COVER open/close switch to

close the lens cover.

2. Cleaning The Camcorder

1CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

2CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe gently

with lens cleaning paper.

3REMOVE EYEPIECE

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull

it out.

4CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Remove dust using a blower brush.

5RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

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.

●

Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

POWER

No power is supplied. ●The battery pack has not been attached correctly

(Z pg. 4).

●The battery pack is not charged (Z pg. 4).

●The power supply has not been correctly connected

(Z pg. 5).

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

Recording does not start.

●The recording tape’s Erase Protection tab is missing. Cover

the hole with adhesive tape. (Some tapes have sliding tabs.

In this case, check the position of the tab.)

●The camcorder power switch has not been set to CAMERA

(Z pg. 10).

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there’s no

playback picture.

Noise bars appear in the playback

picture.

Playback picture is blurred or

interrupted.

The counter indication is blurred

during Still playback.

●The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode.

●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.

●Manual Tracking has not been performed (Z pg. 29).

●The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest

JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

●This is normal.

The tape stops during fast-forward or

rewind.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot

be performed.

●The Counter Memory Function has been activated

(Z pg. 29).

●The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

The tape won’t eject.

Some functions are not available.

Vertical white lines appear when

shooting a very bright object.

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear

in the viewfinder.

An error number (E01, etc.) appears

in the viewfinder.

●The battery pack is running low.

●The PROGRAM AE dial is set to LOCK (Z pg. 14).

●This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the

camcorder.

●Sunlight is directly entering the lens.

●Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

TAPE TRANSPORT

OTHER

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.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

Format : VHS PAL standard

Power source : DC 6 V

Power consumption

GR-AX460 light on : 8.7 W

GR-AX460 light off : 5.7 W

GR-AX360 : 5.9 W

GR-AX260 : 5.7 W

Signal system : PAL-type

Video recording system

Luminance : FM recording

Colour : Converted sub-carrier

direct recording

Conforms to VHS

standard

Cassette : cassette

Tape speed : 23.39 mm/sec

Recording time

Max. : 45 minutes

(with EC-45 cassette)

Operating

temperature : 0°C to +40°C

Operating humidity : 35% to 80%

Storage temperature : –20°C to +50°C

Weight

GR-AX460 : Approx. 780 g

GR-AX360 : Approx. 750 g

GR-AX260 : Approx. 760 g

Dimensions

GR-AX460/AX260 : 109 (W) x 113 (H) x

226 (D) mm

GR-AX360 : 109 (W) x 113 (H) x

206 (D) mm

CAMERA

Pick up : 1/4" format CCD

Minimum required

illumination : 2 lx (F1.2)

Illumination range : 2 to 100,000 lx

Lens : F1.2, f = 4.1 to 57.4 mm,

14:1 power zoom lens

with auto iris and macro

control, filter diameter

46 mm

Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder

with

•0.55" colour LCD

(GR-AX360)

•0.5" black/white CRT

(GR-AX460/AX260)

White balance

adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment

VIDEO

Output : 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,

unbalanced (via VIDEO

out connector)

AUDIO

Output : –8 dBs, 1 k-ohm

(via AUDIO out

connector)

AAC POWER ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER

(AA-V11EG) SPECIFICATIONS

Power requirement : AC 110 to 240 V`,

50/60 Hz

Power consumption : 23 W

Output : DC 8.5 V , 1.3 A

(CHARGE),

DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A

(VTR)

Charging system : Constant current, peak

detection, timer

controlled

Dimensions : 150 (W) x 42 (H) x

68 (D) mm

Weight : Approx. 350 g

CASSETTE ADAPTER (C-P7U)

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions : 188 (W) x 25 (H) x

104 (D) mm

Weight : Approx. 240 g

Accessory : “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1

Provided Accessories ...................... Z pg. 3

Optional Accessories

•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V22U, BN-V25U

•Car Battery Charger BH-V3E

•Battery Charger BH-VC10EG

•Car Battery Cord AP-V7E

•RF Unit RF-V5E

•Wireless Remote Control Unit RM-V704U

•Wired Remote Control Unit RM-V20U

•Compact VHS-C Cassettes EC-45/30

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

* Some acccessories are not available in some

areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for

details on accessories and their availability.

E.&O.E.Design and specifications subject to change

without notice.

GR-AX460/AX360/AX260

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