User manual JVC GR-AX230U-GR-AX230

[. . . ] COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AX730 GR-AX430 GR-AX230 Compact VHS (The camcorder illustrations appearing in the illustrations are of the GR-AX730. ) For Customer Use: INSTRUCTIONS Enter below the Model No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Serial No. LYT0025-001B 2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. [. . . ] For GR-AX430/230: "AA(R6)" size battery is NOT supplied with the provided Cassette Adapter. 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. PLAYBACK Basic Connections EN 35 There are three basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. Connection To A VCR and Playback) When connecting the cables, open the jack cover. (GR-AX730 only) A (Editing, Dubbing NOTE: To AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors Audio and Video cables (optional) Use the optional Audio and Video cables. 1 2 3 CONNECT CAMCORDER TO VCR As shown in the illustration at 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 VIDEO IN connectors SUPPLY POWER Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. VCR SELECT MODE Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode. Antenna Connection To A TV With A/V Input Connectors B (Playback ONLY) NOTE: Use the optional Audio and Video cables. To AUDIO, VIDEO and RF DC OUT connectors 1 2 CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV As shown in the illustration at left, connect the Audio and Video cables between the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors on the camcorder and those on the TV. RF unit RF-V5U (optional) SELECT MODE Set the TV to its VIDEO or AV mode (as specified in its instructions). 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. Connection To A TV With NO A/V Input Connectors (Playback ONLY) NOTE: Use the optional RF-V5U RF unit. * Refer to the RF-V5U instruction manual for connection procedure. 36 EN PLAY/PAUSE PLAYBACK Basic Playback 1 REW FF 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. 2 STOP SELECT MODE Set the Power Switch to "PLAY". The power indicator lights. 3 4 Power Switch PLAY BACK Press PLAY/PAUSE. The playback picture appears. 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". Recording mode indicator SP 4 M­0: 23 : 45 Tape counter Tape running indicator 4 : Playback 3 : Fast-Forward/ Forward Search 2 : Rewind/Reverse Search 6 : Still Playback PLAYBACK Features Tracking AT EN 37 This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that appear on-screen during playback. Manual Tracking is also available. 1 ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING 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. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears. NOTES: MENU Jog Dial 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. ) COUNTER R/M PLAY/PAUSE FEATURE: PURPOSE: OPERATION: Still Playback To pause during playback. 2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE again. Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome during Still Playback. Shuttle Search To allow high-speed search in either direction. Forward Search 1) Press FF during playback. Reverse Search 1) Press REW during playback. [. . . ] For your nearest JVC authorized service center, please call toll free: (800) 252-5722. If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number. If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover: 1. [. . . ]