JVC GR-SXM26 Instructions Manual

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COMPACT

VHS CAMCORDER

GR-SXM26

INSTRUCTIONS

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CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MAJOR FEATURES

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

RECORDING

Basic Recording .......................... 14

Basic Features ........................... 16

Advanced Features ...................... 20

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback ........................... 30

Features .................................. 31

Connections ............................... 32

Using The Cassette Adapter

(optional) ............................... 34

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

UNIT (optional)

Animation And Time-Lapse ............. 37

Insert Editing ............................. 38

Audio Dubbing ........................... 39

Random Assemble Editing .............. 40

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

VHS

PAL

Controls, Connectors And Indicators ... 46

625

Indications ................................ 48

CAUTIONS

USER MAINTENANCE

TERMS

SPECIFICATIONS

2 – 3

6 – 13

14 – 29

30 – 34

35 – 43

44 – 45

46 – 49

50 – 51

53 – 54

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Page 1 COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER CONTENTS GR-SXM26 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 – 3 MAJOR FEATURES PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED 6 – 13 RECORDING 14 – 29 Basic Recording ......14 Basic Features ......16 Advanced Features ...... 20 PLAYBACK 30 – 34 Basic Playback ......30 Features ........
Page 2: Indications During Recording
(cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) White Balance Adjustment If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Indications During Recording Tape Length Setting Cassette Adapter (optional) Insert Editing Power NOTE:...
Page 3: Indications During Playback
SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 4 (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) White Balance Adjustment If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Indications During Recording Tape Length Setting Cassette Adapter (optional) Insert Editing Power NOTE:...
Page 5: Provided Accessories
SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 6: Getting Started
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 7: Viewfinder Adjustment
Date/Time Settings Recording Format Setting Grip Adjustment USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on. Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery Power Zoom Lever Set the recording format according to the format of the pack in until it locks in place Push in.
Page 8 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 9: Using The Battery Pack
Date/Time Settings Recording Format Setting Grip Adjustment USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on. Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery Power Zoom Lever Set the recording format according to the format of the pack in until it locks in place Push in.
Page 10 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 11 Date/Time Settings Recording Format Setting Grip Adjustment USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on. Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery Power Zoom Lever Set the recording format according to the format of the pack in until it locks in place Push in.
Page 12 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 13: Recording Format Setting
Date/Time Settings Recording Format Setting Grip Adjustment USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on. Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery Power Zoom Lever Set the recording format according to the format of the pack in until it locks in place Push in.
Page 14: Recording
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 15 Prog MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS NOTES: Date/Time Insert NOTES: Focusing Animation Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 16: Basic Features
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 17 Prog MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS NOTES: Date/Time Insert NOTES: Focusing Animation Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 18 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 19: Instant Titles
Prog MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS NOTES: Date/Time Insert NOTES: Focusing Animation Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 20: Advanced Features
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 21 MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Date/Time Insert Program AE With Special Effects Focusing Animation NOTES: NOTES: Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 22 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 23 Prog MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS NOTES: Date/Time Insert NOTES: Focusing Animation Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 24 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 25: Program Ae With Special Effects
MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Date/Time Insert Program AE With Special Effects Focusing Animation NOTES: NOTES: Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 26 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 27 MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Date/Time Insert Program AE With Special Effects Focusing Animation NOTES: NOTES: Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 28 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 29: Interface Shooting
MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Date/Time Insert Program AE With Special Effects Focusing Animation NOTES: NOTES: Focus detection zone 5 SEC. REC Button Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Quick Review 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording) ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or FEATURE: FEATURE: Before performing the following steps, make...
Page 30: Basic Playback
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 31: Features
PLAYBACK Features Tracking: Basic Connections Tape Dubbing Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen P.STABILIZER Button during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking. To activate Manual Tracking: Make sure all units are turned off. Following the illustration on pg. 32, connect the 1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously.
Page 32: Connections
Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 33: Playback Features
PLAYBACK Features Tracking: Basic Connections Tape Dubbing Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen P.STABILIZER Button during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking. To activate Manual Tracking: Make sure all units are turned off. Following the illustration on pg. 32, connect the 1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously.
Page 34: Cassette Adapter
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 35: Using The Remote Control Unit (Optional)
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 29 Edited tape (VCR) cover. procedures. Editing, and the previously selected scenes are copied JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE Open the cover. Remote sensor (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote to the VCR in the specified order.
Page 36 Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 37: Animation And Time-Lapse
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 29 Edited tape (VCR) cover. procedures. Editing, and the previously selected scenes are copied JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE Open the cover. Remote sensor (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote to the VCR in the specified order.
Page 38: Insert Editing
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 39: Audio Dubbing
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 29 Edited tape (VCR) cover. procedures. Editing, and the previously selected scenes are copied JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE Open the cover. Remote sensor (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote to the VCR in the specified order.
Page 40: Random Assemble Editing
Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 41 Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 29 Edited tape (VCR) cover. procedures. Editing, and the previously selected scenes are copied JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE Open the cover. Remote sensor (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote to the VCR in the specified order.
Page 42 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 43 Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 29 Edited tape (VCR) cover. procedures. Editing, and the previously selected scenes are copied JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE Open the cover. Remote sensor (“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote to the VCR in the specified order.
Page 44 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 45: Main Unit
SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 46: Safety Precautions
These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.)
Page 47: Indications During Playback
SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 48: Indications
Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 49 SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 50 (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) (cont.) White Balance Adjustment If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Indications During Recording Tape Length Setting Cassette Adapter (optional) Insert Editing Power NOTE:...
Page 51 SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 52 Manual White Balance Operation Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. NOTE: Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 53: Terms
SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...
Page 54 Installing The Battery Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV...
Page 55: Specifications
SAFEGUARD MODE — this could result in a fatal electrical shock; camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals...

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