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COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM770A
GR-SXM77EA
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION
GETTING STARTED
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
VIDEO RECORDING ............ 18 – 21
VIDEO PLAYBACK .............. 22 – 26
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING &
PLAYBACK
D.S.C. RECORDING ............ 28 – 29
D.S.C. PLAYBACK .............. 30 – 34
ADVANCED
FEATURES
REFERENCES
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 59 – 61
DETAILS ........................... 62 – 63
INDEX ............................. 64 – 67
CAUTIONS ........................ 68 – 70
VHS
PAL
SPECIFICATIONS ......................... 71
625
ENGLISH
2 – 3
7 – 16
17 – 26
27 – 34
35 – 57
58 – 71
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- Page 1 COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-SXM770A GR-SXM77EA INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PROVIDED ACCESSORIES AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION GETTING STARTED VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING ... 18 – 21 VIDEO PLAYBACK ... 22 – 26 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK D.S.C. RECORDING ... 28 – 29 D.S.C.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
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 Table Of Contents on the cover. - 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 and Power Cord.
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Page 4: Provided Accessories
•AC Adapter AP-V10A or AP-V10EA •Battery Pack BN-V11U • Lens Cap •CD-ROM The CD-ROM contains the following 4 software programmes: Picture Navigator Presto! Mr. Photo PhotoAlbum ImageFolio •S-Video Cable PROVIDED ACCESSORIES •Power Cord •Remote Control Unit RM-V716U •AAA (R03) Battery x 2 (for Remote Control Unit) •Core Filter x 5 (for provided A/V Cable,... - Page 5 With the provided AC Adapter, attach Core Filters to both ends of the cable as shown below. How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration. Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core Filter.
- Page 6 If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved 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 MENU while the demo is in progress.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED CONTENTS Power ... 8 – 9 Grip Adjustment ... 10 Viewfinder Adjustment ... 10 Shoulder Strap Attachment ... 10 Tripod Mounting ... 10 Date/Time Settings... 11 Recording Format Setting ... 12 – 13 Recording Mode Setting ... 14 Tape Length Setting ... -
Page 8: Power
1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”. 2. Press REFRESH on the camcorder for over 2 seconds. The REFRESH lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate discharging has started. -
Page 9: Power
ATTENTION: Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction. Charge marker A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has b een charged or not. -
Page 10: Grip Adjustment
Then tighten the screw. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to Stabilize the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod. (cont.) ”... -
Page 11: Date/Time Settings
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”. Press MENU to close the Menu Screen. NOTE: To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” ( For other notes, ”. The VIDEO Lamp pg. -
Page 12: Recording Format Setting
VIDEO Lamp Power Switch Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded. Menu Screen – S – VHS ET Setting Menu – Normal Screen GETTING STARTED Recording Format Setting Set the recording format according to the format of the tape used or type of recording you wish to perform. NOTE: S-VHS ET recording is not possible when the recording mode is set to “LP”. -
Page 13: Recording Playback
Super VHS VCR. — Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs. Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR. -
Page 14: Recording Mode Setting
VIDEO Lamp Display REC MODE REC MODE Menu X I T Recording mode indicator Display TAPE LENGTH TAPE LENGTH Menu T 3 0 Tape length indicator GETTING STARTED Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “... -
Page 15: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode. -
Page 16: Picture Mode Setting
The number of storable images depends on the selected Picture mode as well as the composition of the subjects in the images. The numbers listed above are applicable when the camcorder’s memory is empty (when there are no sample images stored). (cont.) ”. The VIDEO Lamp... - Page 17 VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS VIDEO RECORDING ... 18 – 21 Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder ... 18 Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor ... 18 LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment ... 18 Power Switch Position ... 18 Journalistic Shooting ...
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Page 18: Video Recording
Set the Power Switch to “ REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO”. The VIDEO Lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor. -
Page 19: Journalistic Shooting
NOTES: If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “ turn the camcorder on again. If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during recording), use the Retake function ( of it. -
Page 20: Zooming
Approximate • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. zoom ratio Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ cannot be used. This function cannot be activated during the “Night- Scope” ( “VIDEO ECHO” mode ( To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an pg. -
Page 21: Quick Review (For Scenes Recorded Onto A Tape)
Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. : To brighten the scene when when you use the video light. ) does not blink pg. -
Page 22: Video Playback
•Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. NOTES: The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “ When the Power Switch is set to “... -
Page 23: Tracking
” again. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears. 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. -
Page 24: Basic Connections
Basic Connections These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors Use the provided A/V cable and S-Video cable. * When connecting the cables, open this cover. -
Page 25: Tape Dubbing
Basic Connections Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4. -
Page 26: Using The Cassette Adapter
Recording safety hole Using The Cassette Adapter Use this to play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully compatible with any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder. The cassette adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading. - Page 27 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK CONTENTS D.S.C. RECORDING ... 28 – 29 Quick Review (for still images stored in the built-in memory) ... 29 D.S.C. PLAYBACK ... 30 – 34 Normal Playback ... 30 Slide Show ...
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Page 28: D.s.c. Recording
Normal Screen When shooting a still image, it is not recorded onto the tape, but it is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory in the selected Picture Mode. A stored still image data can be transferred to a PC, saved, and processed using a Paint... -
Page 29: Quick Review
“Protect” function ( the “Delete” function ( (Blinking) If a Snapshot is taken while the camcorder is in the WIDE mode ( pg. 41), the Snapshot image is recorded without the black bars at the top and bottom of the screen. -
Page 30: D.s.c. Playback
REFRESH Button Makes the DSC lamp come on. Previous Page (2) Button Next Page (3) Button Display To move the page next Display Menu Screen Normal Playback Still images shot using this camcoder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the built-in memory. -
Page 31: Index Screen
Picture mode Index number Selected image < > EXIT INDEX Protect icon Display < > E X I T INDEX INDEX Menu Playback Screen INDEX Screen The images you shot can be displayed together with their index information. Convenient for checking images shot beforehand, the INDEX Screen also shows the Picture mode as well as which images are protected against accidental erasure. -
Page 32: Protecting Images
REFRESH Button Makes the DSC lamp come on. Power Switch Display < > E X I T P R O T E C T Normal playback If Protection is removed < > E X I T P R O T E C T Normal playback Protecting Images The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of... -
Page 33: Deleting Images
To delete them, remove protection first. If the remaining number of shots is not 30 in the FINE mode or 60 in the STANDARD mode when “ALL” is selected on the DELETE Menu, initialise the camcorder’s memory ( pg. 61). -
Page 34: Connection To A Windows Pc
Use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. The still images stored in the camcorder’s memory are not automatically removed after being transferred to the PC. If you wish to remove those still images from the camcorder’s memory, delete them ( Windows ®... -
Page 35: Features
ADVANCED FEATURES Night Scope ... 36 Fade/Wipe Effects ... 37 Program AE With Special Effects ... 38 Digital Effects ... 39 Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment ... 40 – 42 Snapshot ... 43 Exposure Control ... 44 Focusing ... 45 White Balance Adjustment ... -
Page 36: Night Scope
Night-Scope does not work when LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ ON is set to “AUTO” or “ON” ( During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended. ” or “ ”. Press ”. -
Page 37: Fade/Wipe Effects
REFRESH Button FADE/WIPE Button DSC Lamp Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Button NOTE: Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in/out or wipe in/out. Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or wipe-out works at recording end. -
Page 38: Program Ae With Special Effects
REFRESH Button P.AE Button DSC Lamp Power Switch NOTES: Only one mode can be engaged at a time. The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situa- tions. In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports” modes, picture colour may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light sources such as... -
Page 39: Digital Effects
REFRESH Button DIGIFECT Button DSC Lamp Power Switch NOTES: Digital Effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby. Digital zoom ( pg. 20) cannot be used when the “VIDEO ECHO” mode is activated. This function cannot be activated during Night-Scope ( pg. -
Page 40: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
– Normal Screen ADVANCED FEATURES Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. The operation system depends on the function you wish to select. -
Page 41: Camera Menu
(GR-SXM770A only) NORMAL Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles ( TITLE* Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor DATE/TIME pg. 47). DISP.* SYSTEM MENU This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording. - Page 42 Allows you to set the current date and time ( DATE/TIME This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer JLIP ID NO. using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
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Page 43: Snapshot
This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital still images that look like photographs onto a tape, as well as keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in memory. It is a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties, weddings and graduations. -
Page 44: Exposure Control
REFRESH Button DSC Lamp Power Switch To brighten the image – – ADVANCED FEATURES Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override it and make the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: •... -
Page 45: Focusing
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ 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. -
Page 46: White Balance Adjustment
If the white balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction. Set the Power Switch to “... -
Page 47: Date/Time Insert
The date/time is displayed during the VIDEO mode only, and it is recorded only onto the tape. AUTO DATE Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations: • After changing the date. -
Page 48: Animation
I NT . T I ME NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse): For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode. Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting. Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated. -
Page 49: Using The Remote Control Unit
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. Buttons Infrared beam transmitting window Zoom (T/W) Buttons... -
Page 50: Installing The Batteries
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT – – Remote sensor Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size batteries. See “General Battery Precautions” ( Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated. Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the correct direction. -
Page 51: Playback Zoom
Press PLAY to find the scene of interest. Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in. To move the image on screen around to find a particular Up Button portion of the picture . -
Page 52: Insert Editing (Video)
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and press PAUSE (6). Press and hold COUNTER R/M on the camcorder for more than 1 second to reset the tape counter, then press it again for less than 1 second so that “M”... -
Page 53: Insert Editing
Insert Editing (Insert A Still Image From The Built-in Memory Onto A Tape) You can insert a still image stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory into a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. -
Page 54: Random Assemble Editing [R.a.edit]
MBR SET VCR BRAND BUTTONS (A) (B) NAME PHILIPS IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: SANYO SELECO, SHARP SONY... -
Page 55: Make Connections
MAKE CONNECTIONS JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal. JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connector. - Page 56 – – – SELECT SCENES Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (4), then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The R.A. Edit counter display appears. Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the beginning of the scene you want, then press EDIT IN/OUT to register that point.
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Page 57: Automatic Editing To Vcr
STOP VCR REC STBY AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). Point the remote control towards the VCR’s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode. -
Page 58: References
REFERENCES CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING ... 59 – 61 DETAILS ... 62 – 63 INDEX ... 64 – 67 Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 64 – 65 Indications ... 66 – 67 CAUTIONS ... 68 – 70 SPECIFICATIONS ... 71 REFERENCES... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.);... - Page 60 18). Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to begin an animated programme ( pg.
- Page 61 (including ones for which you performed the “Protect” function) stored in the camcorder’s memory. If you wish to keep any of the still images that are stored in memory, before initialisation first transfer them to a PC and save them. If image data is corrupt, transfer is impossible.
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Page 62: Details
Detach the battery from the camcorder. • The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting. DETAILS ”, “ ” or “... - Page 63 Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes, recording may not start immediately. While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker. The “TBC” indicator turns green (grey with a camcorder equipped with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is working. (Time Base Corrector) TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle search.
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Page 64: Index
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators & 6 7 8 9... -
Page 65: Other Parts
Random Assemble Editing ( pg. 22 •It is used to connect the camcorder to a device pg. 30 such as a personal computer. For further details consult your nearest JVC pg. 37 dealer. •JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR pg. 23 is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a pg. -
Page 66: Indications
Indications During Recording •Tape Remaining Time ... Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end. •D.S.C. Mode Indicator ... “DSC” appears when the D.S.C. mode is selected. Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) ... Digital Effect Indicator ... Displayed at for approx. -
Page 67: Indications During Playback
(battery, UNIT IN etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the SAFEGUARD MODE camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY •... -
Page 68: Cautions
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. •It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. General Battery Precautions If the remote control or cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. -
Page 69: Main Unit
... vertically, in their original cases. Main Unit 1. For safety, DO NOT ..open the camcorder’s chassis..disassemble or modify the unit..short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. -
Page 70: Lcd Monitor
Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. CAUTIONS For Your Maintenance 1. After Use Set the Power Switch to “OFF” to turn off the camcorder. -
Page 71: Specifications
•Compact VHS ( •Remote Control Unit RM-V700U •Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability. : Electronic viewfinder with 0.5" black/white CRT : Auto/Manual adjustment : 3"... - Page 72 ®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Malaysia A/EA 1000MKV...