JVC GR-AXM151 Instructions Manual

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COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
JVC
GR-AXM151
For Customer
Use:
Enter below the ModeI No. and Serial No which is
located on the bottom of the camcorder.
Retain this
information
for future reference
Model No.
Serial No.
Comnact VHS
Printed in Malaysia
@
_
1202-DY-YL-PJ
COPYRIGHT@
2002 VICTOR
COMPANY
OF JAPAN, LTD
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic
Demonstration
takes
place
when
"DEMO
MODE"
is set
to "ON"
(factory-preset).
• Available
when the Power Switch _) is set to "Q"
or "_"
while pressing
down the Lock Button _)
located
on the switch.
• Performing
any operation
during the demonstration
stops the demonstration
temporarily.
If no operation
is performed
for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration
will resume.
• "DEMO
MODE"
remains "ON" even if the camcorder
power is turned off.
• To cancel Automatic
Demonstration,
set the Power Switch
_) to "_"
and press the MENU Wheel O in
while the demo is in progress.
This takes you directly to the demo mode's Setting Menu (so you will not
have to go through the main Menu Screen).
Rotate the MENU Wheel O to select "OFF" and press it.
NOTES:
• When a tape whose
Erase Protection
tab is in the position that allows recording
is loaded in the
camcorder,
demonstration
is not available.
• If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes
of the Automatic
Demonstration
activated
on the LCD monitor
or viewfinder.

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  • Page 1 COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AXM151 Comnact VHS For Customer Use: Enter below the ModeI No. and Serial No which is located on the bottom of the camcorder. Retain this information for future reference Printed in Malaysia Model No. 1202-DY-YL-PJ Serial No. COPYRIGHT@ 2002 VICTOR COMPANY...
  • Page 2: Ac Adapter

    PROVIDED ACCESSORIES • AC Adapter • Cassette Adapter C-P7U AP-V13U or AP-V11U • Shoulder Strap • Battery Pack BN-V11U • Lens Cap • AA (R6) Battery (for Cassette Adapter) NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter.
  • Page 3 NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL where. • Use the JVC BN-V11UN12UN20UN400U The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the...
  • Page 4 Please call 1 -800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. JVC's involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.
  • Page 5 INDEX AC Adapter ..............pg. 6 Picture Stabilizer ............pg. 18 Animation Recording ..........pg. 21 Playback ..............pg. 1I Auto Date Record ............ pg. 20 Program AE with Special Effects ......pg. 24 Auto Focus ............... pg. I2 Provided Accessories ..........
  • Page 6 GETTING STARTED USING BATTERY PACK Perform step 1) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY Hook on. PACK". Approximate recording time (unit: rain.) Battery pack Viewfinder on LCD monitor on BN-V11U Push in. (45) (40) BN-V12U (optional) (45) (40) BN-V20U (optional) (80) (75) BATTERY RELEASE Switch...
  • Page 7: Charging The Battery Pack

    Be sure to built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an author- use it only in well-ventilated areas. ized JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/ • The following operation stops charging time as necessary before you start shooting.
  • Page 8 Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting Align the screw and camera direction stud on the 1) Separate the Velcro strip. tripod with the tripod mounting socket _). Then 2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. tighten the screw. 3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS, CONNECTORSAND INDICATORS Eyepiece During shooting Keep the lens cap attached the eamcorder. Cassette holder • Viewfinder Turn the gear to take up slack. Speaker 180 c LCD monitor protection Microphone Video light LCDMonitor/Viewfinderindications During Recording DuringPlayback pg. 25 for I'i_.]t;mI..l_ll_i[.ll_l.
  • Page 10: Date/Time Display

    _Tape Remaining Time ......:_7"pg. 20 0 • MENU Wheel [-, +] ........ _7° pg. 18 Recording Mode Indicator ....... _7_ pg. 20 • BRIGHT Wheel [-, +] ......_7 ° pg. 1! _Video Light Indicator ........ _-7_pg. 13 • Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ..... _7 ° pg 11 _ Backlight Compensation Indicator ...
  • Page 11 RECORDING PLAYBACK Set REC MODE, TAPE LENGTH and DATE/TIME Load a tape (_, pg. 8, "Loading/Unloading in SYSTEM MENU. Cassette"). (_ _, pg. 18 - 22, "MENU SETTINGS") Set the Power Switch _) to "PLAY" while pressing down the Lock Button _) located on the 1 Remove the lens cap.
  • Page 12 BASIC FEMURES Backlight Compensation To quickly increase the brightness of the subject 5Sec. (5.sec. Recording) relative to the background. To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick 1) Press BACK LIGHT _) during recording. "1_" is scene transitions like those seen in TV displayed and the subject is brightened.
  • Page 13: Digital Zoom

    Retake. This is between the video light and people or objects. normal. • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. • It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
  • Page 14 Tracking Memory Counter Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen during Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment. playback. To activate Manual Tracking: 1} Press COUNTER RIM q_) and hold for more than 1) Press the TRACKING Wheel O for approx. 1 second.
  • Page 15 Connections To A TV/VCR Tape Dubbing 1) Make sure all units are turned off. 1) Connect the camcorder and the VCR 2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR using (_ _, "Connections To A TV/VCR"). Set the Power optional video and audio cables.
  • Page 16 Using Cassette Adapter Use this to play back VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. 1) Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one "AA (R6)" size battery, then reattach the cover. 2) Slide the latch to open the compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the...
  • Page 17 Eyepiece During shooting Keep the lens cap attached the camcorder. Casseffe holder • Viewfinder Turn the gear to take up slack. Speaker 180 ° LCD monitor protection Microphone Video light LCD Monitor/ViewfinderIndications During Recording DuringPlayback C_°pg. 25 for IIT_'P-Itll.I*=llt.ll_h*ll_-l.
  • Page 18 MENU SETTINGS CAMERA MENU 1 Set the Power Switch _) to "(_" while pressing Manual exposure adjustment is recommended down the Lock Button _) located on the switch. the following situations: Press the MENU Wheel O in. The Menu • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the Screen appears.
  • Page 19 Ifthe white balance iscorrect, allother colors will Allows you tosuperimpose one ofeight preset titles. beaccurately reproduced. •_ shows theselected title which r emains until AUTO :White b alance isadjusted OFF isselected. automatically. :e:- F INE :Outdoors onasunny d ay. TtTL_ SETUP -'._CLOUD :Outdoors onacloudy day.
  • Page 20 SYSTEM MENU This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while Allows you to set the tape length depending on the recording. tape used: T20=20 minutes, T30=30 minutes, T35=35 minutes, T40=40 minutes. • Tape remaining time _ is correct only if the Allows you to set the recording mode.
  • Page 21 ON: O n-screen indications aredisplayed. You can record sequentially at preset time spans. OFF: On-screen indications areturned o ff e xcept Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, Date!Time, Instant Title and Warning Indication. you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time (Time-Lapse).
  • Page 22: Erase Protection

    DEM_;;_; Demonstrates certain functions automatically. To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, Available when the Power Switch _) is set to "Q" perform the following steps quickly (within approx. or "_]" and "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON" (factory- 1 second by each interval): preset).
  • Page 23: Fade-In/Out

    ADVANCEDFEATURES FADER: Fades in/out to a black screen. MOSAIC (Fader): Gradually turns/returns Fade/Wipe Effects picture into/from a mosaic pattern. Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- SHUTTER (Wipe): A black screen moves in or wipe-out works at recording end.
  • Page 24 Programme With Special Effects Digital Effects 1) Set the Power Switch _) to "_J" while pressing 1)Set the Power Switch _) to "[]" while pressing down the Lock Button _) located on the switch. down the Lock Button _) located on the switch. 2) Press RAE _) repeatedly until the desired mode 2) Press DIGIFECT...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem yourself. Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very Playback picture is blurred or interrupted. bright object. • The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your •...
  • Page 26: Specifications

    AC plug adapter, calIed a "Siemens PIug', as shown. impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures For this AC ptug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer prevent complete charging ..store in a cool, dry place Extended exposure to high...
  • Page 27 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Your Maintenance Cet appareil numerique de la classe Best conforme a la 1.
  • Page 28: White Balance Adjustment

    (4-1/2" x 4-5/8" x 7-7/8") (WxHxD) Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details (with the LCD monitor closed and accessories and their availability. with the viewfinder fully tilted downward) I/6" format CCD...
  • Page 29 ESPAI_OL-- ALIMENTACION Enganche. USO DE LA BATERIA EfectQe el paso 1) de "CARGA DE LA BATERIA". Tiempo de grabacibn aproximado (unidad: min) Empuje. Bateria Visor conectado Monitor LCD conectado BN-V11U Conmutador de (45) (40) Conmutador alimentacion BN-V12U BATTERY RELEASE (opcional) (45) (40) BN-V20U...
  • Page 30 ALMACENAMIENTO DE LAS PILAS: • La siguiente operaci6n interrumpira la carga o la descarga: Antes de almacenar los paquetes de pilas por un •Ajuste el interruptor de alimentaci6n _) en largo periodo de tiempo, asegurarse "PLAY", "El" o "[]". descargarlos completamente tomando •...
  • Page 31 ESPANOL -- GUIA PARAOPERACION RAPIDA Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC. GRABACION Colocaci6n/Extraccion cassette 1) Retire el cubreobjetivo. Ajuste el conmutador 1) Abra completamente el monitor LCD y alimentaci6n _) en "[]...
  • Page 32 REPRODUCCION O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un VCR 1) Cargue una cinta. de VHS utilizando el adaptador de cassette. 2) Ajuste el conmutador de alimentaci6n _) en _J p. 16 "PLAY" mientras presiona el bot6n de bloqueo _) Iocalizado en el conmutador. Para iniciar la reproducci6n, presione I,*/11 !iD.

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