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JVC GR-SX860 Instructions Manual

JVC GR-SX860 Instructions Manual

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COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SX860
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
CONTENTS
Basic Recording .......................... 14
Basic Features ........................... 16
Zooming, Picture Stabilizer, 5-Sec. Recording,
Advanced Features ...................... 19
Adjustment, Date/Time Insert, Instant Titles,
Animation, Time-Lapse, Exposure Control,
Focusing, White Balance Adjustment,
Basic Playback ........................... 30
Features .................................. 31
Indications ................................ 40
Terms ...................................... 42
LYT0779-001A
ENGLISH
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-SX860 INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 4...

  • 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: Important Safety Instructions

    Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. JVC’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

  • Page 4: Automatic Demonstration

    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 the MENU Wheel in while the demo is in progress.

  • Page 5: How To Attach The Lens Cap

    How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    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 7: Using Ac 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 been charged or not.

  • Page 8: 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. ” or “...

  • Page 9: Date/Time Settings

    “ RETURN”. Press the MENU Wheel in 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, ”.

  • Page 10: Recording Format Setting

    MENU Wheel Power Switch Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded. – S – VHS ET – 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. Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 11: Recording Playback

    — When tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode are played back on a VCR equipped with the SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) function, S-VHS picture quality is not available. — Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs (eg: HR-S6600U, HR-SC1000U, etc.).

  • Page 12: Recording Mode Setting

    MENU Wheel Power Switch Display REC MODE X I T Display TAPE LENGTH T 3 0 GETTING STARTED Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “ comes on. Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

  • Page 13: 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 14: Basic Recording

    Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ in the viewfinder while recording is in progress. Tape remaining To Stop Recording . . . time indicator ... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder (Approximate) re-enters the Record-Standby mode. 119MIN 3MIN Power Switch Position...
  • Page 15 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 “ ” or “ ” to turn the camcorder on again.

  • Page 16: Basic Features

    Zoom in (T: Telephoto) Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Power Zoom Lever Display Approximate zoom ratio RECORDING Zooming: instantaneous change in image magnification. Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom. Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

  • Page 17: Picture Stabilizer

    • When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used.

  • Page 18: Quick Review, Retake

    5SEC. REC. Quick Review: To check the end of the last recording. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby mode. 2) Press 2 and release quickly. Tape is rewound for approx. 2 seconds and played back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby mode for the next shot.

  • Page 19: Advanced Features

    RECORDING Advanced Features FADE/WIPE Button 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 20: Program Ae With Special Effects

    P.AE Button 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 situations. In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports” modes, picture color may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapor lights.

  • Page 21: Digital Effects

    DIGIFECT Button Power Switch NOTE: Digital Effects can be changed during recording or during Record-Standby. Digital Effects Set the Power Switch to “ Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s name and indication appear. They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the name disappears so that only the indication remains.

  • Page 22: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

    X I T – Normal Screen RECORDING 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. Set the Power Switch to “ MENU Wheel Press the MENU Wheel in. The Menu Screen appears.

  • Page 23: Camera Menu

    29). S.LX 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. 25). DISP. SYSTEM MENU This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.
  • Page 24 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume. NOTE: When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is not available. Automatic demonstration will not take place. pg. 10).

  • Page 25: Instant Titles

    Date/Time Insert Allows you to display the date and time in the camcorder or on a connected color monitor, as well as to record them manually or automatically. You should have already performed the Date/ Time Setting procedure ( pg. 9).
  • Page 26 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 27: Exposure Control

    Power Switch Manual Exposure Screen Exposure control level counter To brighten the image – – To darken the image Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override it and make the adjustment manually.

  • Page 28: Manual Focus

    When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ RECORDING 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 29: 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 color/tint reproduction. Set the Power Switch to “...

  • Page 30: 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 “ The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg.

  • Page 31: Features

    ” 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 32: Connections And Tape Dubbing

    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 optional S-Video and Audio cables. * When connecting the cables, open this cover.

  • Page 33: Basic Connections

    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 34: Using The Cassette Adapter

    PLAYBACK Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak) 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 35: 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 authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting. The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.

  • Page 36: Tape Transport

    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 37 This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode ( If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting...

  • Page 38: Index

    INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 5 6 7 &...

  • Page 39: Other Parts

    Controls Stop Button [STOP] ... •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ... •Quick Review Button [ •Rewind Button [R] ... Play/Pause Button ... •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] ... •Fast-Forward Button [F] ... •Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ... •Counter Reset/Memory Button [COUNTER R/M] ... Program AE Button [P.

  • Page 40: Indications During Recording

    Indications During Recording Tape Remaining Time ... Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end. Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ... Digital Effect Indicator ... Displayed at for approx. 2 seconds when the Digital Effect is switched from one mode to another by pressing DIGIFECT, then only the indicator remains at Program AE Indicator ...

  • Page 41: Indications During Playback

    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 Displayed when a tape is loaded.

  • Page 42: Terms

    Brighten The LCD Monitor ... pg. 14 Cassette Adapter ... pg. 34 Charge Marker ... pg. 7 Charging The Battery Pack ... pg. 6 Clean The Camcorder ... pg. 45 Connection To A VCR/TV ... pg. 32 Contents ... cover page Counter Memory ... pg. 31 Darken The Image ...

  • Page 43: Cautions

    (11-13/16" ft.) between the video light and people or object. • 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 cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the battery is exhausted.

  • Page 44: Main Unit

    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. (cont.)
  • Page 45 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing the Close button. Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack. Attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder’s lens. 2. Cleaning The Camcorder CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    • Compact S-VHS ( • Compact VHS ( • 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. unbalanced, SPECIFICATIONS AC Adapter AP-V10U...
  • Page 47 MEMO...

  • Page 48: Carga De La Bateria

    Batería Conmutador de alimentación Adaptador de CA A la toma de corriente alterna Batería BN-V11U aprox. 1 h 30 min BN-V12U (opcional) aprox. 1 h 30 min BN-V20U (opcional) aprox. 2 h 20 min BN-V400U (opcional) aprox. 4 h 30 min ATENCION: Antes de desmontar la fuente de alimentación, asegúrese que la alimentación de la...
  • Page 49 GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC. ALIMENTACION Utilización de la batería Enganche el lado extremo de la batería en la cámara de video y empuje la batería hasta que...

  • Page 50: For Servicing (Only In U.s.a.)

    JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit.

  • Page 51: Warranty (Only In U.s.a.)

    WHAT WE WILL DO: If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers.
  • Page 52 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Malaysia COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 1200MKV...

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