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INSTRUCTIONS
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM49
GR-FXM393
GR-FXM39
GR-SX25
GR-FX15
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
"PRECAUTIONS" (
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON"
(factory-preset).
• Available when the Power Switch
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
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
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.
* Applicable models only.
pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
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is set to "
ENGLISH
S-VHS is compatible with
GR-SXM49/SX25 only
COPYRIGHT© 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD
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" while pressing down the Lock Button
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to "
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- Page 1 Printed in Malaysia 0902-MK-UN-PJ COPYRIGHT© 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read “PRECAUTIONS” ( pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product. AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE”...
- Page 2 • Lens Cap • Cable Adapter • S-Video Cable (GR-SXM49/SX25 only) NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be...
- Page 3 However, live recording and LCD monitor*/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter.
- Page 4 When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc.
- Page 5 INDEX AC Adapter ..............pg. 6 Picture Stabiliser ............pg. 18 Animation Recording ..........pg. 21 Playback ..............pg. 11 Auto Date Record ............ pg. 21 Playback Special Effects .......... pg. 14 Auto Focus ............... pg. 12 Programme AE with Special Effects ......pg. 24 Auto Shut Off ............
- Page 6 (185) Battery pack When using models equipped with LCD monitor When using GR-SX25/FX15 ( ): when the video light is on (GR-SXM49/FXM393/SX25 only) To AC outlet To DC IN connector USING AC POWER Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder ( step 2) and 3) of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”).
- Page 7 • Using the optional AA-V15EG AC Power Adapter/ built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/ authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder. date/time as necessary before you start shooting.
- Page 8 Grip Adjustment Tripod Mounting 1) Separate the Velcro strip. Align the screw and camera direction stud on the 2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp tripod with the tripod mounting socket . Then the grip. tighten the screw. 3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily CAUTION operate the Recording Start/Stop Button...
- Page 9 90° 90° 180° take up slack. Speaker (applicable models only) 180° LCD monitor Erase (applicable models only) protection tab Microphone Video light (GR-SXM49/FXM393/SX25 only) LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording During Playback – – – – – – – – –...
- Page 10 • VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator* ..pg. 11 Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor necessary for shooting is built-in here. Applicable models only. Grip Strap ..........pg. 8 GR-SXM49/SX25 only. Tripod Mounting Socket ......pg. 8 GR-FXM393/FXM39/FX15 only. GR-SXM49/FXM393/SX25 only.
- Page 11 • To control the speaker* volume, rotate the MENU * Applicable models only. Wheel towards “+” to turn up, or towards “–” to ** GR-SXM49/SX25 only. turn down. While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker*. • If TBC ( pg.
- Page 12 BASIC FEATURES Backlight Compensation To quickly increase the brightness of the subject Snapshot (GR-SXM49/SX25 only) relative to the background. You can record still images that look like 1) Press BACK LIGHT during recording. “ ” is photographs onto a tape.
- Page 13 • Do not use near flammable or explosive • Noise bars appear and pictures may become materials. monochrome or darken during Retake. This is • It is recommended that you consult your nearest normal. JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
- Page 14 “M” disappears. • Manual Tracking may not work with tapes Playback Special Effects recorded on other VCRs or camcorders. (GR-SXM49/SX25 only) TBC (Time Base Corrector) Allows you to add creative effects to the playback image. ( pg. 24, “Digital Effects”) Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to 1) Activate “TBC”...
- Page 15 VCR and camcorder when finished. • The S-Video cable connection can improve the dubbed picture quality. If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector, use a commercially available cable adapter with an S-Video connector (GR-SXM49/SX25 only) White to Audio To S-Video Output...
- Page 16 VHS VCR. Playback is possible with a VCR equipped with the S-VHS function. (GR-SXM49/SX25 only) • During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen.
- Page 17 90° 90° 180° take up slack. Speaker (applicable models only) 180° LCD monitor Erase (applicable models only) protection tab Microphone Video light (GR-SXM49/FXM393/SX25 only) LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording During Playback – – – – – – – – –...
- Page 18 MENU SETTINGS CAMERA MENU EXPOSURE Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in down the Lock Button located on the switch. the following situations: Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu • When shooting using reverse lighting or when the Screen appears.
- Page 19 M.W.B. TITLE If the white balance is correct, all other colours will Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset be accurately reproduced. titles in 11 different languages. Change the language in LANGUAGE in TITLE SETUP in AUTO : White balance is adjusted CAMERA MENU ( pg.
- Page 20 Technology). S-VHS REC appears during recording. OFF: Records in VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette. • JVC EHG (Extra High Grade) tapes are recommended for superior results. Use S-VHS tape for storing recordings for an extended period or for recording important scenes, as it enables higher-quality recording and playback.
- Page 21 TAPE LENGTH INT. TIME Allows you to set the tape length depending on the You can record sequentially at preset time spans. tape used: T30=30 minutes, T45=45 minutes, Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, T50=50 minutes, T60=60 minutes. you can record subtle changes over an extended •...
- Page 22 MENU LANG. LCD BRIGHT (Applicable models only) Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH or RUSSIAN) used in all messages displayed on To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, screen. perform the following steps quickly (within approx. 1 second by each interval): DEMO MODE 1) Select “LCD BRIGHT”...
- Page 23 ADVANCED FEATURES Fade/Wipe Effects Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- Night-Scope (GR-SXM49/SX25 only) or wipe-out works at recording end. Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than 1) Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing they would be under good natural lighting.
- Page 24 STROBE*: Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots. VIDEO ECHO*: Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your recording a “fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification of over 10X is not available. * GR-SXM49/SX25 only.
- 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 ..fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every • Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period • It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer time. for replacing the video light.
- Page 27 • 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.
- Page 28 108 mm x 117 mm x 199 mm (GR-SX25/FX15 only) Some accessories are not available in some areas. (with the LCD monitor* closed and Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on with the viewfinder fully tilted accessories and their availability. downward) * Applicable models only.