JVC GRFXM38EK(A) Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM58
GR-SXM48
GR-FXM38
GR-SX24
GR-FX14
S-V HS is compatible with
GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24
only
EK
COPYRIGHT© 2001 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" is set to "ON"
(factory-preset).
• Available when the Power Switch is set to " " or " ".
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• 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
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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 to select "OFF" and press it.
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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.
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INDEX
A P
AC Adapter ................................................................. pg. 6 Picture Stabiliser ...................................................... pg. 12
Animation Recording ................................................ pg. 21 Playback .................................................................. pg. 11
Auto Date Record .................................................... pg. 19 Playback Special Effects .......................................... pg. 14
Auto Focus ............................................................... pg. 18 Programme AE with Special Effects ........................ pg. 24
Auto Shut Off ........................................................... pg. 11 Provided Accessories ................................................ pg. 2
B Q
Battery Pack ......................................................... pg. 6, 26 Quick Review ........................................................... pg. 13
Blue Filter Effect ...................................................... pg. 24
R
Brighten The Image ................................................. pg. 18
Recording, Advanced Features .......................... pg. 23, 24
Brighten The LCD Monitor ....................................... pg. 11
Recording, Start/Stop ............................................... pg. 11
C
Recording Format (S-VHS/S-VHS ET) .................... pg. 20
Cassette Adapter ..................................................... pg. 16 Recording Mode ....................................................... pg. 20
Charge Marker ........................................................... pg. 6 Record-Standby ....................................................... pg. 11
Charging The Battery Pack ........................................ pg. 6 Red Filter Effect ....................................................... pg. 24
Classic Film Effect .................................................... pg. 24 Retake ...................................................................... pg. 13
Clean The Camcorder .............................................. pg. 27 Rewind The Tape ..................................................... pg. 11
Connection To a VCR/TV ......................................... pg. 15
S
Connection To A PC ................................................. pg. 16
Self-Recording ......................................................... pg. 11
Counter Memory ...................................................... pg. 14
Sepia Mode .............................................................. pg. 24
D
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................................ pg. 8
Darken The Image ................................................... pg. 18 Snapshot During Playback ....................................... pg. 12
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................................... pg. 11 Snapshot .................................................................. pg. 12
Date/Time Display .................................................... pg. 19 Solarisation Effect .................................................... pg. 24
Date/Time Settings ..................................................... pg. 7 Specifications ........................................................... pg. 28
Demonstration Mode ............................................ pg. 1, 22 Sports Mode ............................................................. pg. 24
Digital Effects ........................................................... pg. 24 Still Playback ............................................................ pg. 11
Digital Zoom ............................................................. pg. 20 Stretch Effect ........................................................... pg. 24
Strobe Effect ............................................................ pg. 24
Dioptre Adjustment ..................................................... pg. 8
Super LoLux (S.LX) ................................................. pg. 19
E
Super VHS Expansion Technology .......................... pg. 20
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ....................................... pg. 24
T
Erase Protection ........................................................ pg. 8
Tape Counter ........................................................... pg. 14
Exposure Control ..................................................... pg. 18
Tape Dubbing ........................................................... pg. 15
F
Tape Length Setting ................................................. pg. 21
Fade-In/Out .............................................................. pg. 23
Tele Macro ............................................................... pg. 21
Fast-Forward Tape ................................................... pg. 11
Time Base Corrector ............................................... pg. 14
5-Second Recording Mode ...................................... pg. 12
Time-Lapse Shooting ............................................... pg. 21
G Tracking ................................................................... pg. 14
Tripod Mounting ......................................................... pg. 8
Grip Adjustment ......................................................... pg. 8
Twilight Mode ........................................................... pg. 24
H
U
High Speed Shutter Mode ........................................ pg. 24
Unload A Tape ............................................................ pg. 8
I
V
Instant Titles ............................................................. pg. 19
Video Echo Effect ..................................................... pg. 24
L
Video Light ............................................................... pg. 13
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder, Indications .............. pg. 9, 10, 17
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................... pg. 8
Load A Tape ............................................................... pg. 8
W
M
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... pg. 19
Manual Focus .......................................................... pg. 18 Wide Mode ............................................................... pg. 20
Menu Screen .................................................... pg. 18 – 22 Wipe-In/Out .............................................................. pg. 23
Monotone Effect ....................................................... pg. 24
Z
Mosaic Effect ........................................................... pg. 24
Zooming ................................................................... pg. 13
N
ND Effect Mode ........................................................ pg. 24
Nega/Posi Mode ...................................................... pg. 24
Night-Scope ............................................................. pg. 23
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CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
Eyepiece Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.
1 2 3 4
During shooting
# $ % ^
5
Keep the lens
cap attached to
6
the camcorder.
7
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Cassette holder
8
9 0 ! @
90° 90°
180°
o
y
Viewfinder
u
Speaker
(applicable models only)
p
i
LCD monitor
y
(applicable models only)
180°
W
Q
Video light
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/
Microphone
SX24 only)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Recording During Playback
E R T Y U D F G H J
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1 2 0 M I N S – E T T 4 0 S – E T
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P R E C S P T B C 1
a s 4 4 4 1 N I G H T 2 0 x M O N OT O N E
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+
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d f
S – V H S R E C M W B
A
P A U S E 1 X
S
5 M I N
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1 / 2 S
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B R I G H T – – – – – – – – 6 – – – +
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C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S
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2 5 . 1 2 . 0 1 1 1 : 4 5 : 1 8 V O L U M E – – – – – 6
pg. 25 for Warning Indications .
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Zooming DANGER
To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry
• The video light can become
extends the maximum magnification offered by
extremely hot.
optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.
Do not touch it either while in
• Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards "T" to
operation or soon after turning it off,
3
zoom in, or "W" to zoom out.
otherwise serious injury may result.
• The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever ,
• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
3
the quicker the zoom action.
immediately after using the video light, since it
• Focusing may become unstable during Zooming.
remains extremely hot for some time.
In this case, set the zoom while in Record–
• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm
Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus
between the video light and people or objects.
( pg. 18, FOCUS in CAMERA MENU), then
• Do not use near flammable or explosive
zoom in or out in Record mode. I
materials.
• The zoom level indicator - moves during I
• It is recommended that you consult your nearest
zoom. Once the zoom level indiator -
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
reaches the top, all magnification from that point
Quick Review
is through digital processing.
• When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image To check the end of the last recording.
may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–
"D.ZOOM" ( pg. 20) to "OFF" in SYSTEM
Standby mode.
MENU.
2) Press 2 and release quickly.
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• Digital zoom cannot be used when the "VIDEO
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and
ECHO" mode ( pg. 24, "Digital Effects") is
played back automatically, then pauses in
activated. Record–Standby mode for the next shot.
• Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This
Video Light
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)
is normal.
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too
dim. Retake
Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required: To re-record certain segments.
#
OFF : Turns off the light. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–
Standby mode.
AUTO: Automatically turns on the light when the
2) Press and hold either RETAKE
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on
the start point for new recording. Pressing 3
the subject.
forwards the tape and pressing 2
ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the
&
reverses it.
camcorder is turned on.
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
• It is recommended to set M.W.B. ( pg. 19) to
start recording.
in CAMERA MENU when you use the video
light. • Noise bars appear and pictures may become
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is
• Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink
if the battery pack's charge is low, the camcorder normal.
may turn off automatically when you turn on the
video light, or when you start recording with the
video light turned on.
• When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to "AUTO":
#
• Depending on the lighting conditions, the video
light may keep turning on and off. Set LIGHT
OFF/AUTO/ON to ON or OFF as required.
#
• While the "Sports" or "High Speed Shutter" mode
is engaged, the light is likely to stay on. While
the "Twilight" mode is engaged, the light will not
activate. ( pg. 24, "Programme AE with
Special Effects")
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
LYT0861-001A
• AC Adapter
VHS
PAL
AP-V12EG, AP-V11EG or AP-V10EG
625
• Power Cord • Shoulder Strap
Printed in Japan
1001MKV * UN * VP
• Lens Cap • Cable Adapter
• CD-ROM
(GR-SXM58 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
connected to the camcorder.
in
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GETTING STARTED
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Perform step 1) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY
Hook on.
PACK".
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
Push in.
BN-V11U
BN-V12U
(optional)
BATTERY RELEASE Switch
BN-V20U
(optional)
BN-V400U
(optional)
Battery pack
1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor
2 When using GR-SX24/FX14
( ): when the video light is on
Power Switch (GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)
To AC outlet To DC IN
connector USING AC POWER
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder (
2) and 3) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK").
AC Adapter
• The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks
Before detaching the power source,
in place.
make sure that the camcorder's power is turned
• If the battery pack is attached in the wrong
off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder
position, a malfunction may occur.
malfunction.
2) Set the Power Switch to "OFF". Connect the
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AC Adapter to the DC IN connector , then
REFRESH:
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connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter.
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before
3) Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The
recharging or storing it for a long period of time,
CHARGE lamp blinks to indicate charging
otherwise the battery performance will be reduced.
*
has started.
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of "CHARGING
4) When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but
* THE BATTERY PACK".
stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC
2) Press REFRESH
Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC
REFRESH lamp
Adapter from the camcorder.
discharging has started.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
3) When discharging is finished, charging
... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the
automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp
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battery pack.
blinks.
Battery pack Charging time
BN-V11U* approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V12U (optional) approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
BN-V20U** (optional) approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.
BN-V400U (optional) approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
* GR-SXM48/FXM38/SX24/FX14 only.
** Provided with GR-SXM58 only.
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E
• MENU Wheel [–, +] ................................ pg. 18 Tape Remaining Time ..............................
R
1
• BRIGHT Wheel [–, +]* 1 ........................... pg. 11
Recording Mode Indicator .......................
T
• TRACKING Wheel [–, +] ........................ pg. 14
• Digital Effect Indicator ............................
• Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]* 2 ........... pg. 12
• Programme AE Indicator .......................
2
• 5-Second Recording Button
• Night-Scope Indicator*
[5 SEC. REC]* 3 ...................................... pg. 12
• Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ................
Y
& * (
• Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ....................... pg. 13
Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)*
3 U
• Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]* 1 ........... pg. 11
Tape Length Indicator ..............................
I
• Picture Stabiliser Button
4 Zoom Indicator Bar ..................................
[P.STABILIZER] ..................................... pg. 12
Zoom Level Indicator
• Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ........ pg. 14
Approximate Zoom Ratio
O
S-Video Output Connectors [S]* 2 ............. pg. 15
5
Recording Indicator ..................................
P
Audio Output Connector [A] ..................... pg. 15
6
Digital Effect Indicator ..............................
e r t a
Video Output Connector [V] ..................... pg. 15
7
• Programme AE Indicator .......................
Battery Release Switch
8 • Night-Scope Indicator*
s
[BATTERY RELEASE] ............................... pg. 6
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ..................
d
DC IN Connector ....................................... pg. 6
9
Picture Stabiliser Indicator .......................
f
Digital Connector [DIGITAL]* 4
0
• Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator ....
Recording Start/Stop Button ..................... pg. 11
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• 5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator*
Turn the gear to g
Power Switch [ , OFF, , ] ........... pg. 11
take up slack.
@
Bright Level Indicator*
h
Video Light Switch
#
Instant Title Display .................................
j
[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]* 5 ........................ pg. 13
Date/Time Display ...................................
k
Stop Button [STOP] .................................. pg. 11
$
Focus Indicator ........................................
• Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ...... pg. 13 l
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Exposure Control Level Counter .............
• Quick Review Button [ R] ................. pg. 13 ;
• Rewind Button [R] ................................... pg. 11 White Balance Mode Indicator .................
A
Erase Play/Pause Button .................................... pg. 11 S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording
^
protection tab Indicator*
S
• Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] ..... pg. 13
&
Record-Standby Mode Indicator ...............
• Fast-Forward Button [F] .......................... pg. 11 D
: Cassette Indicator .............................
CHARGE Lamp ......................................... pg. 6
F
*
TBC Indicator ...........................................
REFRESH Lamp ....................................... pg. 6 G
(
• Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ........... pg. 23 Playback Special Effect Indicator*
H
)
• Counter Reset/Memory Button Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)*
J
[COUNTER R/M] ................................... pg. 14
Tape Counter ...........................................
K
Programme AE Button [P.AE] .................. pg. 24
Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) ..........
q
L
Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] ............. pg. 24
Tape Running Indicator
w
NIGHT-SCOPE Button* 2 .......................... pg. 23
4 : Playback
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3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search
REFRESH Button ...................................... pg. 6
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K L :
2 : Rewind/Shuttle Search
EJECT Switch ............................................ pg. 8
t
6 : Pause
:
Shoulder Strap Eyelets .............................. pg. 8
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Tracking Indicator ....................................
S P 4 Battery Pack Mount ................................... pg. 6 z
u
: :
2 3 4 5 • BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator*
Close Button .............................................. pg. 8
A T i
• VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator*
Dioptre Adjustment Control ........................ pg. 8
o
Camera Sensor
* 1 Applicable models only.
p
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor
* 2 GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
* 3 GR-FXM38/FX14 only.
z Grip Strap .................................................. pg. 8
Q * 4 GR-SXM58 only.
+ Tripod Mounting Socket ............................. pg. 8 * 5 GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.
– – – – –
W
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Tracking Counter Memory
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 R/M
1) Press the TRACKING Wheel : for approx. 1 second. The counter
1
2 seconds. "MT" appears. 2) Press COUNTER R/M
2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel so that the "M" appears.
1
noise bars disappear. 3) After recording or playback, press 5
• To return to Auto Tracking, press the TRACKING
2
Wheel for approx. 2 seconds or set the Power : to 0:00:00.
1
Switch to "OFF" and then " " again. "AT" 4) Press 4/6
@
blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication • The counter memory functions in the Fast-
disappears. Forward and Rewind modes.
• When noise bars appear during playback, the • To disable the counter memory function, press
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and COUNTER R/M
:
"AT" appears. "M" disappears.
• Manual Tracking may not work with tapes
Playback Special Effects
recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)
TBC (Time Base Corrector)
Allows you to add creative effects to the playback
Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to image. (
1) Activate "TBC" and Auto "Tracking".
deliver a stable picture even with old tapes.
To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC 2) Press DIGIFECT
4
mode
during playback for more than 1 second. When the F
TBC mode is activated, "TBC" F is displayed. • To cancel the effect, select "OFF".
• NEGA POSI, MOSAIC and STRETCH are not
• The "TBC" indicator turns green (grey with a
camcorder equipped with a black/white available.
• Playback Special Effects do not work during
viewfinder) while TBC is working, and white while
Shuttle Search (
TBC is not operative.
• TBC does not work during Still Playback and • The selected effect mode cannot be changed
during Still Playback (
Shuttle Search ( pg. 11).
• It may take a few seconds before TBC actually
or to reach starts working.
% &
• The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is
activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out points
%
or when normal playback resumes after Still
to Playback or Shuttle Search ( pg. 11).
!
• If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is
set to on, turn off TBC.
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PRECAUTIONS
• Battery Pack
IMPORTANT
BN-V11U
(GR-SXM48/FXM38/SX24/
Connection to the mains supply in the United
FX14)
Kingdom.
BN-V20U
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
(GR-SXM58)
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your
home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then
obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or
consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove
the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid
possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the
mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then
• A/V (Audio/Video)
follow the instructions given below:
Cable
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
• S-Video Cable Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
SX24 only)
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
• PC Connection Cable
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
(GR-SXM58 only)
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 Adapter for a long
period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
Cassettes marked and
However, S-VHS recordings are possible* only with cassettes marked
* GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.
• During charging or discharging, the camcorder
cannot be operated.
• Charging and discharging is not possible if the
wrong type of battery is used.
• When charging the battery pack for the first time
Viewfinder on LCD monitor on or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp
may not light. Remove the battery pack from
1 2 1
*
the camcorder, then try charging again.
95 100 80
• If a fully-charged battery's operation time remains
(50) (50) (45)
extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please
95 100 80
purchase a new one.
(50) (50) (45)
• Perform charging where the temperature is
150 165 135
between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal
(85) (90) (75)
temperature range for charging. If the environment
360 385 315
is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
(205) (210) (190)
• Charging time varies according to the ambient
temperature and the status of the battery pack.
• Since the AC Adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
• The following operation stops charging or
discharging:
• Set the Power Switch to "
step
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• Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.
• Unplug the AC Adapter's power cord from the
AC outlet.
• Detach the battery from the camcorder.
• Using the optional AA-V15EK AC Power Adapter/
Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/
ATTENTION
V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder.
However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.
• To avoid interference with reception, do not use
the AC Adapter near a radio.
• Recording time is reduced significantly when
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly or the LCD monitor* is used
repeatedly.
• Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
* Applicable models only.
for over 2 seconds. The
r
blinks to indicate
(
*
Charge marker helps you remember
whether the battery pack has been
charged or not. Two colours are provided
(red and black)—you choose which one
means charged and which means
discharged.
pg. 21 RECORDING
pg. 20
Set REC MODE, S-VHS (S-VHS ET)**, TAPE
pg. 24
LENGTH and DATE/TIME in SYSTEM MENU.
pg. 24
( pg. 18 – 22, "MENU SETTINGS")
2 .......................... pg. 23
1
Remove the lens cap. Set the Power Switch
pg. 23
to " " or " ".
2 pg. 20
.......
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure
pg. 21
the LCD monitor* is closed and locked.
pg. 13
Shooting while using the LCD monitor*: Make
sure the LCD monitor* is fully open.
S
The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode
pg. 11
and "PAUSE" is displayed.
pg. 24 • If you tilt the LCD monitor* upward to 180
degrees, the viewfinder switches back on and the
pg. 24
monitored image can be viewed both on the LCD
2 .......................... pg. 23
monitor* and in the viewfinder, so the person you
pg. 23
shoot can view himself/herself.
pg. 12
2
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
pg. 21
appears while recording is in progress.
3 .................. pg. 12
• To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop
1
............................. pg. 11
Button . The camcorder re-enters the Record-
!
pg. 19
Standby mode.
pg. 19
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor*,
pg. 18
rotate the BRIGHT Wheel g until the bright level
1
pg. 18
indiator on the display moves and the
pg. 19 appropriate brightness is reached.
* Applicable models only.
2 ................................................ pg. 20
** GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.
pg. 11
pg. 8
pg. 14
2
.......... pg. 14
2 ... pg. 20
pg. 14
pg. 20
pg. 14
1 ............ pg. 11
1 .... pg. 11
Connections To A TV/VCR
1) Make sure all units are turned off.
2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR. If using
J and hold for more than
)
both TV and VCR, connect the VCR output to
resets to "0:00:00".
the TV input.
for less than 1 second.
)
3) Turn on all units. Set the VCR to its AUX input
mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.
, then
$
. The tape automatically stops at or close • Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.
%
• Be sure to adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
to start playback.
^
when the camcorder is turned on.
• If you have a TV or speakers that are not
specially shielded, do not place the speakers
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the
for less than 1 second so that
)
camcorder playback picture.
• If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector, use the
provided Cable Adapter.
• The S-Video cable connection can improve the
dubbed picture quality. If your TV/VCR has a
pg. 24, "Digital Effects") 21-pin connector, use a commercially available
cable adapter with an S-Video connector
G repeatedly until the desired (GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only).
w
appears.
To S-Video
Output
pg. 11). 5
pg. 11).
Yellow to
Video Output
Connector cover
S-Video cable
TV
To S-Video
Input
VCR
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).
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
NOTES:
• The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
main unit.
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
• The rating information and safety caution of the
AC Adapter are on its bottom.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
CAUTIONS Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
• This camcorder is designed to be used with Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
used for playback with a television of a different
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
standard. 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
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but,
the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An
like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is
appropriate conversion adapter may be
to be assured.
necessary to accommodate different designs of
AC outlets in different countries.)
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
* Applicable models only.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
** GR-SXM48/FXM38/SX24/FX14 only. between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
CAUTIONS
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
To avoid electric
shock or damage to
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
the unit, first firmly
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
insert the small end
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
of the power cord
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
into the AC Adapter
until it is no longer
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the
designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the
power cord into an AC outlet.
equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need
to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
• The Crossed Out Dust Bin DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
Mark on the battery pack
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.
indicates that the product
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
complies with Directives
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the
• Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
instructions.
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
properly.
ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case
— this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than
can be used used with this camcorder.
sorry!
.
3
Date/Time Settings Grip Adjustment
1) Separate the Velcro strip.
1) Set the Power Switch to " ".
@
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
2) Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu
1
the grip.
Screen appears.
3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
• You can select the language (ENGLISH or
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button
RUSSIAN) of messages in menu screens
Power Zoom Lever
( pg. 18, 22 "MENU LANG." in SYSTEM
MENU).
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select
1
" 4 TO SYSTEM MENU" and press it to display
SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel to
1
select " 4 NEXT" and press it to display the next
page.
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel to select "DATE/
1
TIME" and press it. The DATE/TIME Menu
appears.
5) To set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME"
(hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel to
1
Viewfinder Adjustment
select the desired item, and press it. When the
setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel 1) Set the Power Switch
until the correct setting appears and then
2) Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control
1
press it. The setting stops blinking. indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
", " " or " ".
6) When none of these settings ("YEAR",
"MONTH", "DAY", "TIME") blinks, rotate the
MENU Wheel to select "EXIT", and press it.
1
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight
bar on " 4 RETURN".
7) Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu
1
Screen.
• To display the date and time in the camcorder's
display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME
DISP. ( pg. 19) in CAMERA MENU.
• 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.
1
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Thread the strap through the eyelet
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to
the other eyelet
twisted. Adjust the length.
@
DATE / T I ME
Y E A R 2 0 0 2
M O N T H 6
D A Y 2 8
T I M E 2 0 : 2 0 24-hour indication
E X I T
7
PLAYBACK BASIC FEATURES
1
Snapshot
Load a tape ( pg. 8, "Loading/Unloading A
Cassette").
You can record still images that look like
2
photographs onto a tape.
Set the Power Switch to " ". To start
@
1) Perform step 1 of "RECORDING" (
playback, press 4/6 .
^
@ 2) Press SNAPSHOT
To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press
• There is a momentary camera shutter-type
4/6 . To stop playback, press 5 . Press 2
^ $
blackout together with the sound effect of a
to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape.
% &
shutter closing.
High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is
• Snapshot is also available during playback.
possible by pressing 2 or 3 during
% &
However, the shutter sound is not heard.
playback (holding 2 or 3 down during
% &
playback continues search until released). To
Picture Stabiliser
resume normal playback, press 4/6 .
^
To compensate for unstable images caused by
For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK
camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.
• The camcorder shuts off automatically after about
1) Press P. STABILIZER
5 minutes in the Record-Standby or Stop mode.
2) To switch off the Picture Stabiliser, press
To turn on again, set the Power Switch to
O
@
P. STABILIZER
"OFF", then to " ", " " or " ".
.
!
• Accurate stabilisation may not be possible in
• When the Power Switch is set to " ", " " or
@
certain conditions including excessive hand
" " and the LCD monitor* is opened at an
shake. d
angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD monitor*
• appears blinking if the Stabiliser cannot be
switches on and the viewfinder switches off
used.
automatically to save power.
• This function cannot be activated during the
• The playback picture can be viewed in the
"Night-Scope", "CLASSIC FILM", "STROBE" and
viewfinder (with the LCD monitor* shut), on the
"VIDEO ECHO" modes (
LCD monitor* or on a connected TV ( pg. 15,
Effects").
"Connections To A TV/VCR").
• To remove the indications, pg. 21, DISPLAY or
OSD OUTPUT in SYSTEM MENU.
• To control the speaker volume*, slide VOL.
3
towards "+" to turn up, or towards "–" to turn
down. While shooting, sound is not heard from
the speaker*.
• If TBC ( pg. 14) is engaged during Still
Playback, noise bars will not appear (GR-SXM58/
SXM48/SX24 only).
* Applicable models only.
11
Tape Dubbing Using The Cassette Adapter
(optional)
1) Connect the camcorder and the VCR
( "Connections To A TV/VCR"). Set the Power Use this to play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video
Switch to " ", turn on the VCR's power,
cassette recorded with this camcorder on a S-VHS/
@
and insert the appropriate cassettes in the
VHS VCR.
camcorder and the VCR. Engage the VCR's
1) Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install
AUX and Record-Pause modes.
one "AA (R6)" size battery, then reattach the
2) Press 4/6 to find a spot just before the edit-
^ cover.
in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6 again.
2) Slide the latch to open the compartment door,
^
3) Press 4/6 and engage the VCR's Record
^ then insert the cassette and close the
mode.
compartment door.
4) Engage the VCR's Record-Pause mode and
3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and
press 4/6 .
^ play the tape back.
• Repeat steps 2) through 4) for additional editing,
4) Slide the latch and the compartment door opens
then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
automatically. This may take around 10 seconds.
Do not attempt to force the adapter open. Then,
insert your finger in the hole, and push up and
remove the cassette.
• During tape loading and unloading, do not touch
the reels for safety and tape protection.
• Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode
cannot be played back on a regular VHS VCR.
Playback is possible with a VCR equipped with
the S-VHS function.
White to
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)
Audio
• During special-effect playback (slow motion, still
Output
6 frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars
may appear on the screen.
• To record on a VCR using a compact cassette
and the adapter, cover the adapter's recording
safety hole with adhesive tape.
7
A/V cable
Compartment Door
Recording
Safety Hole
White to
Audio Input
Battery Cover
Yellow to
Video Input
15
SOME DO'S AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
4
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the tripod mounting socket . Then
W
tighten the screw.
CAUTION
and
!
. Refasten the Velcro strip.
When using a tripod, be
3
sure to open and extend
3
its legs fully to stabilise
the camcorder. To
!
prevent damage to the
unit caused by falling
over, do not use a
small-sized tripod.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
to " " or " ". 1) Open the LCD monitor fully*. Slide EJECT
@
until the until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force
o
to open.
2) Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting,
make sure the label is facing outward.
appears when a cassette is loaded.
3) Press the Close button to close the cassette
i
holder until it locks into place. Close the LCD
monitor*.
180° 180°
• Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is
still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor*.
• 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.
PAUSE
• The cassette holder cannot be opened while the
camcorder is in the record mode or detached from
the power source.
* Applicable models only.
Cassette holder
t
, then fold it
Gear
y
Turn to
, making sure the strap is not
y take up
slack.
i
Erase
Protection tab
t
y
Cassette
holder
i
8
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
(GR-FXM38/FX14 only)
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick
scene transitions like those seen in TV
programmes.
pg. 11).
1) Make sure the recording mode is set to "SP".
.
2) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC f
2
5S appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
Recording starts, and after 5-second recording
is finished, the camcorder reenters the Record–
Standby mode automatically.
4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. f
REC again so that 5S disappears.
2
• Fade/Wipe ( pg. 23) cannot be activated by
pressing 5SEC. REC .
d
2
. appears.
4
d
. disappears.
4
pg. 24, "Digital
12
Connection To A Personal Computer
(GR-SXM58 only)
You can transfer image data from the camcorder to
a PC using Digital Photo Navigator. When
connecting to your PC, refer to the instruction
manuals of the PC and Setup Guide for the
provided software.
• Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.
When connecting to a Macintosh . . .
The optional KEYSPAN USA-19 USB PDA
Adapter is required.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• Keyspan is a trademark of InnoSys Inc.
Sliding Latch
Hole
Reels
16
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D
.
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