COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER CAMARA DE VIDEO VHS COMPACTO CÂMERA VHS COMPACTA GR-AXM33UM Compact VHS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES INSTRUÇÕES LYT0109-001B PORTUGUÊS ESPAÑOL ENGLISH 2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new camcorder. 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 Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Using This Instruction Manual · All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents ( pg. 7). · 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 ( pgs. 53 ­ 56) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use. .... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions that follow and cautions ( pgs. 57, 58). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder. This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V18U/ 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.) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. When 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. 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. EN IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing. 3 ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. ATTENTION: Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this manual for future reference. 2. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. INSTALLATION 1. Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 3. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 2. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 3. Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H) NEC ­ NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 4. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. · Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. · Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT 5. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 4 EN USE 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: · Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. · Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. · Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer's instructions for any mounting of the product. · Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets. SERVICING 1. Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 2. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for service. 2. Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. 3. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water--for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 4. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 3. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 5. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards. 4. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition. 6. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 7. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. QUICK OPERATION GUIDE SUPPLY POWER Hook on. EN 5 INSERTING A VIDEO CASSETTE PUSH EJECT 1 2 Push in. BATT. RELEASE 2 4 3 Using the battery pack 1 Hook-on the battery pack's top end to the 2 Push in the battery pack until it locks into place. camcorder. (Charging procedure, pg. 8) 1 Open 1 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 2 Press EJECT to open the cassette holder. 3 Insert a video cassette. 4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder. (For more details, pg. 13) 45 degrees. To remove the battery pack Slide BATT. RELEASE and pull out the battery pack. PLAYBACK PLAY/PAUSE 3 SHOOTING 1 LENS COVER Open/Close Switch 3 1 Set to "PLAY" 2 REW STOP 2 Set to "CAMERA" Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Set the Power Switch to "PLAY". 2 Press REW. -- The tape will automatically stop at the beginning of the tape. 3 Press PLAY/PAUSE. -- Playback starts and the playback picture appears. ·To stop playback, press STOP. (For more details, pg. 36.) ·The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees. ·The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees. Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak). pg. 39 1 Slide the LENS COVER Open/Close Switch 2 Set the Power Switch to "CAMERA". -- The power indicator will light and an image will appear. 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. -- Recording starts. · To stop recording temporarily, momentarily press the Recording Start/Stop Button once again. (For more details, pgs. 16 ­ 19) · The viewfinder switches off automatically to save power when the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of over 45 degrees. · The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 45 degrees. to open the lens cover. 6 EN MAJOR FEATURES Integrated Auto Light ( pg. 23) 5Sec.-Rec (5 sec. Recording) ( pg. 21) The only compact video cassettes that can be used with your VHS VCR* REMEMBER The Logical Choice 22 x Optical Hyper Zoom ( pg. 20) Zoom-in Program AE with Special pg. 24) Effects ( Auto Mode Lock Auto Mode Release Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect Sepia Twilight Sports 1/1000 sec. High Speed Shutter 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter Zoom-out PROVIDED ACCESSORIES ·AC Power Adapter/ Charger AA-V15U ·Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak) C-P7U LCD Color Monitor ( 180° 90° pg. 18) ·Battery Pack BN-V18U · Remote Control Unit RM-V705U Program Manager II ( pg. 24 ­ 35) Program AE with Special Effects, Fader, Wide, Super LoLux, Instant Title, Menu Adjustment (Focus, Exposure Control and so on.) ·Lithium Battery CR2025 x 2 (for clock operation and remote control unit) ·Shoulder Strap ·DC Cord Cassettes marked camcorder. can be used with this CONTENTS GETTING STARTED EN 7 8 Power ............................................................................................... 8 Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal ................................................. 10 Date/Time Setting ............................................................................. 11 Recording Mode Setting ....................................................................... 12 Tape Length Setting ............................................................................ 12 Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............................................................... 13 Grip Adjustment ............. ...