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... • Cassette Adapter C-P7U • CD-ROM (GR-SXM740/ SXM340 only) • Battery Pack BN-V11U • Lens Cap • AA (R6) Battery (for Cassette Adapter) • Shoulder Strap • PC Connection Cable (GR-SXM740/SXM340 only) NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be connected to the filter...
... • Cassette Adapter C-P7U • CD-ROM (GR-SXM740/ SXM340 only) • Battery Pack BN-V11U • Lens Cap • AA (R6) Battery (for Cassette Adapter) • Shoulder Strap • PC Connection Cable (GR-SXM740/SXM340 only) NOTE: In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be connected to the filter...
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... in your community due to persons. At the end of the AC Adapter are possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to dispose of a different standard. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL... The rating information and safety caution of its upper and lower sides. Cassettes marked GR-SXM740U_EN and can be regulated in the literature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with a television of this camcorder. 3 3 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Disposal of these materials may be illegal to...
... in your community due to persons. At the end of the AC Adapter are possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to dispose of a different standard. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL... The rating information and safety caution of its upper and lower sides. Cassettes marked GR-SXM740U_EN and can be regulated in the literature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with a television of this camcorder. 3 3 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Disposal of these materials may be illegal to...
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...water. (6) Clean only with dry cloth. (7) Do not block any containers filled with the apparatus. Do not use this equipment in your area. GR-SXM740U_EN 4 4 02.4.22, 6:02 PM The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used , use attachments/accessories specified by the ... waste stream, which may not be able to qualified service personnel. The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. When the equipment ...
...water. (6) Clean only with dry cloth. (7) Do not block any containers filled with the apparatus. Do not use this equipment in your area. GR-SXM740U_EN 4 4 02.4.22, 6:02 PM The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used , use attachments/accessories specified by the ... waste stream, which may not be able to qualified service personnel. The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. When the equipment ...
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... Brighten The LCD Monitor pg. 11 C Cassette Adapter pg. 16 Charge Marker pg. 6 Charging The Battery Pack pg. 6 Classic Film Effect pg. 23 Clean The Camcorder pg. 27 Connection To a VCR/TV pg. 15 Connection To A PC pg. 16 Counter Memory pg...pg. 28 Sports Mode pg. 23 Still Playback pg. 11 Stretch Effect pg. 23 Strobe Effect pg. 23 Super LoLux (S.LX pg. 19 Super VHS Expansion Technology pg. 20 T Tape Counter pg. 14 Tape Dubbing pg. 15 Tape Length Setting pg. 21 ... Balance Adjustment pg. 19 Wide Mode pg. 20 Wipe-In/Out pg. 22 Z Zooming pg. 13 GR-SXM740U_EN 5 5 02.4.22, 6:02 PM
... Brighten The LCD Monitor pg. 11 C Cassette Adapter pg. 16 Charge Marker pg. 6 Charging The Battery Pack pg. 6 Classic Film Effect pg. 23 Clean The Camcorder pg. 27 Connection To a VCR/TV pg. 15 Connection To A PC pg. 16 Counter Memory pg...pg. 28 Sports Mode pg. 23 Still Playback pg. 11 Stretch Effect pg. 23 Strobe Effect pg. 23 Super LoLux (S.LX pg. 19 Super VHS Expansion Technology pg. 20 T Tape Counter pg. 14 Tape Dubbing pg. 15 Tape Length Setting pg. 21 ... Balance Adjustment pg. 19 Wide Mode pg. 20 Wipe-In/Out pg. 22 Z Zooming pg. 13 GR-SXM740U_EN 5 5 02.4.22, 6:02 PM
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... When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-AX970 ( ): when the video light is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To Detach The Battery Pack . . . ... USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK". 2) Press REFRESH r for over 2 seconds. ATTENTION...the AC Adapter to do so can result in . approx. 1 hr. 30 min. GR-SXM740U_EN 6 6 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Push in a camcorder malfunction. slide BATTERY RELEASE 8 and pull out the battery pack. Battery pack BN-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Charging...
... When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-AX970 ( ): when the video light is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To Detach The Battery Pack . . . ... USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK". 2) Press REFRESH r for over 2 seconds. ATTENTION...the AC Adapter to do so can result in . approx. 1 hr. 30 min. GR-SXM740U_EN 6 6 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Push in a camcorder malfunction. slide BATTERY RELEASE 8 and pull out the battery pack. Battery pack BN-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Charging...
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...battery is used. • When charging the battery pack for replacement, or set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME" (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select the desired item, and press it . If the environment is too cold, charging may not light. Consult an authorized JVC...the battery from the camcorder, then try charging again. • If a fully-charged battery's operation time remains extremely short, the battery is used as necessary before you start shooting. 1 @ DATE / T I ME YEAR MONTH DAY T I ME 2002 JUN 28 PM 8 : 2 0 12-hour indication with AM or PM EX I T GR-SXM740U_EN...
...battery is used. • When charging the battery pack for replacement, or set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME" (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select the desired item, and press it . If the environment is too cold, charging may not light. Consult an authorized JVC...the battery from the camcorder, then try charging again. • If a fully-charged battery's operation time remains extremely short, the battery is used as necessary before you start shooting. 1 @ DATE / T I ME YEAR MONTH DAY T I ME 2002 JUN 28 PM 8 : 2 0 12-hour indication with AM or PM EX I T GR-SXM740U_EN...
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...pg. 22 r REFRESH Button pg. 6 t EJECT Switch pg. 8 y Shoulder Strap Eyelets pg. 8 u Battery Pack Mount pg. 6 i Close Button pg. 8 o Diopter Adjustment Control pg. 8 p • Camera Sensor...18 & Exposure Control Level Counter pg. 18 * White Balance Mode Indicator pg. 19 ( S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording Indicator*4 pg. 20 ) Record-Standby Mode Indicator pg. 11 q : Cassette Indicator...Indicator*1 pg. 11 *1 Applicable models only. *2 GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. *3 GR-SXM240/AX970 only. *4 GR-SXM740/SXM340/SXM240 only. *5 GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. GR-SXM740U_EN 10 10 02.4.22, 6:02 PM REC]*3...
...pg. 22 r REFRESH Button pg. 6 t EJECT Switch pg. 8 y Shoulder Strap Eyelets pg. 8 u Battery Pack Mount pg. 6 i Close Button pg. 8 o Diopter Adjustment Control pg. 8 p • Camera Sensor...18 & Exposure Control Level Counter pg. 18 * White Balance Mode Indicator pg. 19 ( S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording Indicator*4 pg. 20 ) Record-Standby Mode Indicator pg. 11 q : Cassette Indicator...Indicator*1 pg. 11 *1 Applicable models only. *2 GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. *3 GR-SXM240/AX970 only. *4 GR-SXM740/SXM340/SXM240 only. *5 GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. GR-SXM740U_EN 10 10 02.4.22, 6:02 PM REC]*3...
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... the zoom level indiator 6reaches the top, all magnification from that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for the next shot. • Distortion may occur at the start recording with ... after turning it . 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! Quick Review To check the end of playback. GR-SXM740U_EN 13 13 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is in /out effect... objects. • Do not use the video light. • Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack's charge is low, the camcorder may turn off the light.
... the zoom level indiator 6reaches the top, all magnification from that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for the next shot. • Distortion may occur at the start recording with ... after turning it . 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! Quick Review To check the end of playback. GR-SXM740U_EN 13 13 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is in /out effect... objects. • Do not use the video light. • Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack's charge is low, the camcorder may turn off the light.
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... Battery Cover Reels GR-SXM740U_EN 16 16 02.4.22, 6:02 PM This may appear on the screen. • To record on a VCR using Digital Photo Navigator. When connecting to your finger in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on a regular VHS VCR. Using The Cassette Adapter Use this camcorder on a S-VHS/ VHS VCR. 1) Slide the battery...
... Battery Cover Reels GR-SXM740U_EN 16 16 02.4.22, 6:02 PM This may appear on the screen. • To record on a VCR using Digital Photo Navigator. When connecting to your finger in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on a regular VHS VCR. Using The Cassette Adapter Use this camcorder on a S-VHS/ VHS VCR. 1) Slide the battery...
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... it is activated. This setting is adjusted automatically. Makes the date/time appear in the camcorder or on the white paper, adjust focus manually (੬ FOCUS in front of plain white paper in CAMERA MENU). GR-SXM740U_EN 19 19 02.4.22, 6:02 PM CLOUD : Outdoors on a sunny day. MWB...mode (੬ pg. 23, "Digital Effects") is more convenient to shoot dark scenes with "AUTO DATE" but this is turned off or the battery removed. • White balance cannot be accurately reproduced. If you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is not ...
... it is activated. This setting is adjusted automatically. Makes the date/time appear in the camcorder or on the white paper, adjust focus manually (੬ FOCUS in front of plain white paper in CAMERA MENU). GR-SXM740U_EN 19 19 02.4.22, 6:02 PM CLOUD : Outdoors on a sunny day. MWB...mode (੬ pg. 23, "Digital Effects") is more convenient to shoot dark scenes with "AUTO DATE" but this is turned off or the battery removed. • White balance cannot be accurately reproduced. If you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is not ...
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... The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind. • The Counter Memory Function has been activated (੬ pg. 14, "Counter Memory"). GR-SXM740U_EN 24 24 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object. • This sometimes occurs when the contrast... or Time-Lapse is a microcomputer-controlled device. It is a good way to any defect of the camcorder. Consult your JVC dealer, please check the following to its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.); Make sure to the Recording mode for head cleaning or replacement. and then...
... The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind. • The Counter Memory Function has been activated (੬ pg. 14, "Counter Memory"). GR-SXM740U_EN 24 24 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object. • This sometimes occurs when the contrast... or Time-Lapse is a microcomputer-controlled device. It is a good way to any defect of the camcorder. Consult your JVC dealer, please check the following to its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.); Make sure to the Recording mode for head cleaning or replacement. and then...
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...supply), wait a few minutes for 5 seconds after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer. E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When it on the heads during recording, playback ...or fast-forward. GR-SXM740U_EN 25 25 02.4.22, 6:02 PM HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2...E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01 - As the battery power comes close to clear, and turn it does, you can resume using the camcorder. LENS CAP: Appears for them to ...
...supply), wait a few minutes for 5 seconds after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer. E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. When it on the heads during recording, playback ...or fast-forward. GR-SXM740U_EN 25 25 02.4.22, 6:02 PM HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2...E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01 - As the battery power comes close to clear, and turn it does, you can resume using the camcorder. LENS CAP: Appears for them to ...
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...batteries from 110 V to be aware that you consult your nearest JVC dealer. For this instrustions. 2. Plug adapter Video Light (for the battery pack to 240 V. General Battery...the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be stored for replacing the video light. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. .... do not open the camcorder's chassis. ... battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is being operated correctly, the batteries are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. Avoid using the shoulder strap. 26 GR-...
...batteries from 110 V to be aware that you consult your nearest JVC dealer. For this instrustions. 2. Plug adapter Video Light (for the battery pack to 240 V. General Battery...the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be stored for replacing the video light. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. .... do not open the camcorder's chassis. ... battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is being operated correctly, the batteries are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. Avoid using the shoulder strap. 26 GR-...
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... . . . • You may have been disconnected. • Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. • When using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot. For Your Maintenance 1. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme... Close button. 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor*. 5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack. 6 Attach the provided lens cap to an angle of Conformity Model Number Trade Name Responsible party Address Telephone Number : GR-SXM740/SXM340U : JVC : JVC AMERICAS CORP. : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. Slide EJECT to...
... . . . • You may have been disconnected. • Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. • When using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot. For Your Maintenance 1. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme... Close button. 4 Close and lock the LCD monitor*. 5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack. 6 Attach the provided lens cap to an angle of Conformity Model Number Trade Name Responsible party Address Telephone Number : GR-SXM740/SXM340U : JVC : JVC AMERICAS CORP. : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. Slide EJECT to...
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... JVC dealer for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. Design and specifications subject to 62.4 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control, filter diameter 40.5 mm Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.55" color LCD (GR-... AC Adapter Power requirement U.S.A. SPECIFICATIONS General Camcorder Format : S-VHS (GR-SXM740/SXM340/ SXM240 only)/VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 6 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Viewfinder on : 4.0 W (GR-SXM740/SXM540/ SXM340/SXM240 only) 3.7 W (GR-AX970 only) LCD monitor* on accessories...
... JVC dealer for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. Design and specifications subject to 62.4 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control, filter diameter 40.5 mm Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.55" color LCD (GR-... AC Adapter Power requirement U.S.A. SPECIFICATIONS General Camcorder Format : S-VHS (GR-SXM740/SXM340/ SXM240 only)/VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) DC 6 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Viewfinder on : 4.0 W (GR-SXM740/SXM540/ SXM340/SXM240 only) 3.7 W (GR-AX970 only) LCD monitor* on accessories...