Instruction Manual
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... is recommended that you . . . .... Contact your JVC dealer. Caution on the cover. •Notes appear after most subsections. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Ⅲ Dispose of used battery promptly. Ⅲ Keep away from AC outlet. 625 ... Do not disassemble and do not open the cabinet. Replace battery with button locations, etc. Using This Instruction Manual •All major sections and subsections are separated for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. 2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for easier reference. ...
... is recommended that you . . . .... Contact your JVC dealer. Caution on the cover. •Notes appear after most subsections. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Ⅲ Dispose of used battery promptly. Ⅲ Keep away from AC outlet. 625 ... Do not disassemble and do not open the cabinet. Replace battery with button locations, etc. Using This Instruction Manual •All major sections and subsections are separated for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. 2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for easier reference. ...
Instruction Manual
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...The rating information and safety caution of AC outlets in different countries.) * GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only. ** GR-SXM46EA/SXM26EA/SX21EA only. Use the BN-V11U**/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/...caused.) ATTENTION USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY NONREMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND PRODUCTS CAN BE RECYCLED. Also do not place any containers filled with PAL-type colour television signals. This camcorder is installed in a bathroom or...
...The rating information and safety caution of AC outlets in different countries.) * GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only. ** GR-SXM46EA/SXM26EA/SX21EA only. Use the BN-V11U**/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/...caused.) ATTENTION USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY NONREMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND PRODUCTS CAN BE RECYCLED. Also do not place any containers filled with PAL-type colour television signals. This camcorder is installed in a bathroom or...
Instruction Manual
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...-V16A or AA-V16AS (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SX210A), AA-V16EA (GR-SXM46EA/ SXM26EA/SX21EA) •Battery Pack BN-V11U (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SX210A), BN-V20U (GR-SXM46EA/ SXM26EA/SX21EA) •Remote Control Unit RM-V716U (GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) •Cassette Adapter C-P7U •R6 (AA) Battery (for Cassetter Adapter) ...until it is not slack. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 5 cm of the cable with the Core Filter to the camcorder. NOTE: Take care not to the provided Audio/Video cable and S-video cable. The Core Filter reduces interference. 1 2 5 cm 3 ...
...-V16A or AA-V16AS (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SX210A), AA-V16EA (GR-SXM46EA/ SXM26EA/SX21EA) •Battery Pack BN-V11U (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SX210A), BN-V20U (GR-SXM46EA/ SXM26EA/SX21EA) •Remote Control Unit RM-V716U (GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) •Cassette Adapter C-P7U •R6 (AA) Battery (for Cassetter Adapter) ...until it is not slack. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving approx. 5 cm of the cable with the Core Filter to the camcorder. NOTE: Take care not to the provided Audio/Video cable and S-video cable. The Core Filter reduces interference. 1 2 5 cm 3 ...
Instruction Manual
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... a cassette is not inserted, then set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after having been fully charged, the battery is finished. Charge marker ATTENTION: Charging a battery with GR-SXM46EA/SXM26EA/SX21EA. In this case, remove the battery pack from your camcorder. 6 EN Battery pack BN-V11U*, BN-V12U or BN-V20U Marks CHARGE indicator To...
... a cassette is not inserted, then set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after having been fully charged, the battery is finished. Charge marker ATTENTION: Charging a battery with GR-SXM46EA/SXM26EA/SX21EA. In this case, remove the battery pack from your camcorder. 6 EN Battery pack BN-V11U*, BN-V12U or BN-V20U Marks CHARGE indicator To...
Instruction Manual
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...Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it is recommended that the camcorder's power is on (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/ SXM46EA/SXM26EA only). B Push in the illustration). Use the optional AA-V80EG... ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: •Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. •The LCD monitor is used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/ V856U). ● When using GR-SX210A/SX21EA ( ) : when the video light is turned off 1 ...
...Power Adapter/Charger features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it is recommended that the camcorder's power is on (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/ SXM46EA/SXM26EA only). B Push in the illustration). Use the optional AA-V80EG... ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: •Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. •The LCD monitor is used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/ V856U). ● When using GR-SX210A/SX21EA ( ) : when the video light is turned off 1 ...
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... GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for information on safe handling of lithium batteries. ● To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the holder, and be sure to have ... clock operation and to perform date/time settings. 1 Switch off the unit's power and remove the power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.). 2 Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the camcorder. 3 Insert the battery in the illustration when inserting/removing the...
... GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal This battery is necessary for information on safe handling of lithium batteries. ● To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the holder, and be sure to have ... clock operation and to perform date/time settings. 1 Switch off the unit's power and remove the power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.). 2 Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the camcorder. 3 Insert the battery in the illustration when inserting/removing the...
Instruction Manual
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...continues for 5 minutes. NOTE: Even if the indications are off automatically to save power (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only). ● The cassette holder cannot be viewed on the...end of it faces forward. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in this condition for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any of the last recording so...is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder also switches on a cassette from the camcorder's display: cassette warning, tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power indicator and tape length indicator (੬ pg. 56, ...
...continues for 5 minutes. NOTE: Even if the indications are off automatically to save power (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only). ● The cassette holder cannot be viewed on the...end of it faces forward. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in this condition for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any of the last recording so...is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder also switches on a cassette from the camcorder's display: cassette warning, tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power indicator and tape length indicator (੬ pg. 56, ...
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...balance (੬ pg. 32) to when you use near flammable or explosive materials. Ⅲ It is recommended that you start recording with the camcorder's power on. Ⅲ It is recommended to set to stay on. •While the "Twilight" mode (੬ pg. 23) is ...JVC dealer for replacing the video light. NOTES: ● Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack's charge is too dim. RECORDING Basic Features (cont.) FEATURE: Video Light (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only) PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is low, the camcorder...
...balance (੬ pg. 32) to when you use near flammable or explosive materials. Ⅲ It is recommended that you start recording with the camcorder's power on. Ⅲ It is recommended to set to stay on. •While the "Twilight" mode (੬ pg. 23) is ...JVC dealer for replacing the video light. NOTES: ● Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack's charge is too dim. RECORDING Basic Features (cont.) FEATURE: Video Light (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only) PURPOSE: To brighten the scene when natural lighting is low, the camcorder...
Instruction Manual
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... indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.). NOTE: White balance cannot be difficult to "PRO.". 2 Press MENU. Because the colour temperature is turned off or the battery removed. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that refers to achieve a more advanced camcorder operators control this function for white. The white balance is adjusted automatically (factory preset).
... indoors (natural, flourescent, candlelight, etc.). NOTE: White balance cannot be difficult to "PRO.". 2 Press MENU. Because the colour temperature is turned off or the battery removed. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that refers to achieve a more advanced camcorder operators control this function for white. The white balance is adjusted automatically (factory preset).
Instruction Manual
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... adapter open the adapter compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the compart- Do not attempt to open . Playback is fully compatible with this camcorder on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left, and push up to remove it, install one "R6 (AA)" size... battery as you would any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder. Recording safety hole ment door. NOTES: ● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the ...
... adapter open the adapter compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the compart- Do not attempt to open . Playback is fully compatible with this camcorder on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left, and push up to remove it, install one "R6 (AA)" size... battery as you would any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder. Recording safety hole ment door. NOTES: ● During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the ...
Instruction Manual
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... illustration on pg. 36, connect the camcorder and the VCR. 2 Set the camcorder's Power Switch to "PLAY", turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of the battery pack (੬ pg. 7). ●... If your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the VCR's power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. 3 Engage the VCR's AUX and Record-Pause modes. 4 Engage the...
... illustration on pg. 36, connect the camcorder and the VCR. 2 Set the camcorder's Power Switch to "PLAY", turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV. 5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of the battery pack (੬ pg. 7). ●... If your VCR's instruction manual. 4 Turn on the VCR's power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR. 3 Engage the VCR's AUX and Record-Pause modes. 4 Engage the...
Instruction Manual
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... THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) 3 Tab Installing The Batteries (RM-V716U , provided with GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only) The remote control uses two "R03 (AAA)" size batteries. A 1 2 B 3 1 Lock hole 2 3 1 Knob 1 Installing The Battery (RM-V700U, optional) The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). 1 : Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock hole. : Pinch the release...
... THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) 3 Tab Installing The Batteries (RM-V716U , provided with GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only) The remote control uses two "R03 (AAA)" size batteries. A 1 2 B 3 1 Lock hole 2 3 1 Knob 1 Installing The Battery (RM-V700U, optional) The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). 1 : Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock hole. : Pinch the release...
Instruction Manual
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..., REW and VCR REC STBY (you like. In that case, replace the old battery with your camcorder as the source player. R.A.Edit is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may offer limited functions. 44 EN USING... 4 1 6 2 123 5 456 7890 789` RM-V716U (provided with yours or may not work with OR GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) VCR CTL RM-V700U (optional) VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND NAME BUTTONS (A) (B) AKAI BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON GRUNDIG HITACHI JVC A B C MITSUBISHI NEC PANASONIC 6 2 6 4 7 7 1 3 9 7 9 8 3 2 1 4 3 4 6 6 6 3 9 1 9 6 9 3 6 7 6 8 3 7 3 8 1 3 1 7 1 1 9 4 1 8...
..., REW and VCR REC STBY (you like. In that case, replace the old battery with your camcorder as the source player. R.A.Edit is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may offer limited functions. 44 EN USING... 4 1 6 2 123 5 456 7890 789` RM-V716U (provided with yours or may not work with OR GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) VCR CTL RM-V700U (optional) VCR CODE LIST VCR BRAND NAME BUTTONS (A) (B) AKAI BLAUPUNKT FERGUSON GRUNDIG HITACHI JVC A B C MITSUBISHI NEC PANASONIC 6 2 6 4 7 7 1 3 9 7 9 8 3 2 1 4 3 4 6 6 6 3 9 1 9 6 9 3 6 7 6 8 3 7 3 8 1 3 1 7 1 1 9 4 1 8...
Instruction Manual
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...when switched off , otherwise serious injury may result. •Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after use. charge in an environment where temperatures are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. remove from those specified. 3. NOTES: ● It is to be sure to... 0°C to 40°C Storage 10°C to 30°C ● Recharging time is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for the battery pack to unnecessary shock. ... Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. •It is based on room temperature of the...
...when switched off , otherwise serious injury may result. •Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after use. charge in an environment where temperatures are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. remove from those specified. 3. NOTES: ● It is to be sure to... 0°C to 40°C Storage 10°C to 30°C ● Recharging time is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for the battery pack to unnecessary shock. ... Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. •It is based on room temperature of the...
Instruction Manual
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... . . ... keep the lens directed at the sun. ... This exposes the tape to read the following cautions: 1. leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is extremely low. (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). ... in places subject to shock or excessive vibration during transportation....... 50 EN Cassettes To properly use . 2. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. ... do not open the camcorder's chassis. ... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to unnecessary shock or vibration. ... make sure the cassette is...
... . . ... keep the lens directed at the sun. ... This exposes the tape to read the following cautions: 1. leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is extremely low. (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). ... in places subject to shock or excessive vibration during transportation....... 50 EN Cassettes To properly use . 2. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. ... do not open the camcorder's chassis. ... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to unnecessary shock or vibration. ... make sure the cassette is...
Instruction Manual
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...cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of a camcorder when it is left dirty. ● When using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. avoid rubbing it well to wipe off the camcorder. 2 Open the LCD monitor to hold the viewfinder securely.... This same phenomenon occurs on the glass' outer surface. EN51 For Your Maintenance 1. Put cloth in a place directly subjected to the cool air from a cool place to a warm place, after the battery...
...cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of a camcorder when it is left dirty. ● When using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. avoid rubbing it well to wipe off the camcorder. 2 Open the LCD monitor to hold the viewfinder securely.... This same phenomenon occurs on the glass' outer surface. EN51 For Your Maintenance 1. Put cloth in a place directly subjected to the cool air from a cool place to a warm place, after the battery...
Instruction Manual
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...the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape (੬ pg. 11). ● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to "CAMERA" ("AUTO" or "PRO.") (੬ pg. 16). ● Before recording in the Animation mode at this point is a good way to begin an ...below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer for about 5 seconds, so that allows recording. The camcorder is not charged (੬ pg. 6). ● The power supply has not been correctly connected (੬ pg. 7). ● The battery pack has completely discharged. ● Remove the cassette and...
...the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape (੬ pg. 11). ● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to "CAMERA" ("AUTO" or "PRO.") (੬ pg. 16). ● Before recording in the Animation mode at this point is a good way to begin an ...below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer for about 5 seconds, so that allows recording. The camcorder is not charged (੬ pg. 6). ● The power supply has not been correctly connected (੬ pg. 7). ● The battery pack has completely discharged. ● Remove the cassette and...
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...Effective dots: more than 1 second to make the indications appear (੬ pg. 17). ● The battery pack is running low. ● If the LCD monitor is pressed. ● Wipe them gently with ...EN53 ● Press DISPLAY for longer than 99.99 %.) ● This may blink when the camcorder is blurred in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. After a few minutes, try turning the power...Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks. If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealer. ● The dioptre needs to "OFF", and let the unit cool down. ●...
...Effective dots: more than 1 second to make the indications appear (੬ pg. 17). ● The battery pack is running low. ● If the LCD monitor is pressed. ● Wipe them gently with ...EN53 ● Press DISPLAY for longer than 99.99 %.) ● This may blink when the camcorder is blurred in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. After a few minutes, try turning the power...Lens Cover Warning indicator blinks. If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult your nearest JVC dealer. ● The dioptre needs to "OFF", and let the unit cool down. ●...
Instruction Manual
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...Power Lamp pg. 16 Other Parts u Battery Pack Mount pg. 7 i Viewfinder pg. 14 o Grip Strap pg. 14 p •Camera sensor Be careful not to t are located beneath the cover. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer. •JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to a device ...SEC. a sensor necessary for shooting is not equipped with a J terminal. REC] (GR-SXM260A/SX210A/ SXM26EA/SX21EA only pg. 19 5 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W pg. 18 •Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/ SXM46EA/SXM26EA only pg. 33 6 •Picture Stabiliser Button [P.STABILIZER ...
...Power Lamp pg. 16 Other Parts u Battery Pack Mount pg. 7 i Viewfinder pg. 14 o Grip Strap pg. 14 p •Camera sensor Be careful not to t are located beneath the cover. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer. •JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to a device ...SEC. a sensor necessary for shooting is not equipped with a J terminal. REC] (GR-SXM260A/SX210A/ SXM26EA/SX21EA only pg. 19 5 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W pg. 18 •Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/ SXM46EA/SXM26EA only pg. 33 6 •Picture Stabiliser Button [P.STABILIZER ...
Instruction Manual
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... on the heads during Insert Editing. 0 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only pg. 33 •VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only pg. 33 Indications TAPE END LENS COVER CONDENSATION ...consult your nearest JVC dealer. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power warning). Remove the tape, turn it does, you can resume using the camcorder. Indications During Playback...
... on the heads during Insert Editing. 0 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only pg. 33 •VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only pg. 33 Indications TAPE END LENS COVER CONDENSATION ...consult your nearest JVC dealer. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to nil, the battery indicator blinks (battery power warning). Remove the tape, turn it does, you can resume using the camcorder. Indications During Playback...