User manual JVC GR-AXM310U-GR-AXM310

[. . . ] COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-AXM310 GR-AXM210 ENGLISH For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. Retain this information for future reference. INSTRUCTIONS Model No. Serial No. LYT0252-001C EN 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 this product. Using This Instruction Manual · All major sections and subsections are listed in the pg. [. . . ] Unless there is a distance of more than 1m (3. 3 ft. ) to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set to "ON", you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. · Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE OFF TELE MACRO OFF ON : Factory-preset RECORDING S. LX MAX To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, when it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse. 32 EN RECORDING Advanced Features (cont. ) Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont. ) DATE/TIME TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT. Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used ( This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse recording ( pg. This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer ( Lapse recording ( pg. DEMO MODE Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE) of Instant Titles ( pg. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). When "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON" and the Menu Screen is closed, the demonstration starts. NOTES: When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available. By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it, "DEMO MODE" is set to "OFF" automatically. During the demonstration, all functions except zoom are disabled. : Factory-preset EN33 Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override and make the adjustment manually. 1 SELECT OPERATION MODE 2 ACCESS MENU SCREEN 3 ACCESS "EXPOSURE" MENU Set the Power Switch to "PRO. ". Select Dial Display Menu Screen FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO WIDE OFF S . LX OFF TITLE DATE TIME DISP. Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen. Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to "EXPOSURE" and press it. Power Switch 5 ADJUST EXPOSURE 4RETURN EXPOSURE AUTO MANU To brighten the image . The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on "RETURN". The Menu Screen disappears and the exposure control level counter reappers to indicate the exposure is adjusted. EXPOSURE Menu 6 END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE 7 CLOSE MENU SCREEN EXIT NOTES: 00 Manual Exposure Screen Exposure control level counter To return to the factory setting, select "AUTO" in step 4. To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2. To brighten the image ­06 ­06 +06 To darken the image RECORDING 4 ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to "MANU", then press it. "00" (exposure control level counter) appears. 34 EN Focus detection zone RECORDING Advanced Features (cont. ) 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-color wall, or a clear, blue sky. * ·When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder. * ·When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated. ·When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water. * The low-contrast warning " NOTES: If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. [. . . ] Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARRANTY (Only in U. S. A. ) LIMITED WARRANTY EN59 CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. ("The Warranty Period") PARTS 1 YR LABOR 90 DAYS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. WHAT WE WILL DO: If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers. [. . . ]