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...Self-Recording pg. 11 Sepia Mode pg. 23 Shoulder Strap Attachment pg. 8 Snapshot pg. 12 Snapshot During Playback pg. 12 Solarization Effect pg. 23 Specifications 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... Tracking pg. 14 Tripod Mounting pg. 8 Twilight Mode pg. 23 U Unload A Tape pg. 8 V Video Echo Effect pg. 23 Video Light pg. 13 Viewfinder Adjustment pg. 8 W White 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
...Self-Recording pg. 11 Sepia Mode pg. 23 Shoulder Strap Attachment pg. 8 Snapshot pg. 12 Snapshot During Playback pg. 12 Solarization Effect pg. 23 Specifications 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... Tracking pg. 14 Tripod Mounting pg. 8 Twilight Mode pg. 23 U Unload A Tape pg. 8 V Video Echo Effect pg. 23 Video Light pg. 13 Viewfinder Adjustment pg. 8 W White 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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...315 (190) 1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-AX970 ( ): when the video light is finished. To Detach The Battery Pack . . . ... ATTENTION Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder's power is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp * blinks....into an AC outlet. Connect the AC Adapter to "OFF". Disconnect the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. approx. 4 hrs. 30 min. Approximate recording time (unit: min.) Battery pack BN-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Viewfinder on 1 2 95 100 ...
...315 (190) 1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-AX970 ( ): when the video light is finished. To Detach The Battery Pack . . . ... ATTENTION Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder's power is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp * blinks....into an AC outlet. Connect the AC Adapter to "OFF". Disconnect the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. approx. 4 hrs. 30 min. Approximate recording time (unit: min.) Battery pack BN-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Viewfinder on 1 2 95 100 ...
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... shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to u take up slack. VHS REC MWB PAUSE 5M I N 1 / 2S BR I GHT 6- - - + CONGRATULAT I GHT 1 0 x +02 S - y Erase protection tab Q W Video light Microphone LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording During Playback 7 9 ! 8 0 @ #$ % 1 23 4 5 120M I N S-ET T40 REC SP 444 1 ...GR-SXM740U_EN 9 02.4.22, 6:02 PM LCD monitor (applicable models only) Cassette holder Viewfinder o Speaker (applicable models only) p 180° 90° i 180° ) q w e rt y Turn the gear to the camcorder...
... shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to u take up slack. VHS REC MWB PAUSE 5M I N 1 / 2S BR I GHT 6- - - + CONGRATULAT I GHT 1 0 x +02 S - y Erase protection tab Q W Video light Microphone LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording During Playback 7 9 ! 8 0 @ #$ % 1 23 4 5 120M I N S-ET T40 REC SP 444 1 ...GR-SXM740U_EN 9 02.4.22, 6:02 PM LCD monitor (applicable models only) Cassette holder Viewfinder o Speaker (applicable models only) p 180° 90° i 180° ) q w e rt y Turn the gear to the camcorder...
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...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 pg. 8 w TBC Indicator pg. 14 e ...GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. *3 GR-SXM240/AX970 only. *4 GR-SXM740/SXM340/SXM240 only. *5 GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. 1 • MENU Wheel pg. 18 • BRIGHT Wheel [-, +]*1 pg. 11 • TRACKING Wheel pg. 14 2 • Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]*2 pg. 12 • 5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC. Recording Start/Stop Button pg. 11 @ Power Switch [ , OFF pg. 11 # Video...
...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 pg. 8 w TBC Indicator pg. 14 e ...GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. *3 GR-SXM240/AX970 only. *4 GR-SXM740/SXM340/SXM240 only. *5 GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. 1 • MENU Wheel pg. 18 • BRIGHT Wheel [-, +]*1 pg. 11 • TRACKING Wheel pg. 14 2 • Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]*2 pg. 12 • 5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC. Recording Start/Stop Button pg. 11 @ Power Switch [ , OFF pg. 11 # Video...
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... To remove the indications, ੬ pg. 21, DISPLAY or OSD OUTPUT in the viewfinder, however you are using the GR-AX970, it upward to 180°, you cannot view any image in SYSTEM MENU. • To control the speaker* ... " or " ". RECORDING Set REC MODE, S-VHS (S-VHS ET)**, TAPE LENGTH and DATE/TIME in progress. • To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button !. To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press 4/6 ^ or s. To resume normal playback, press 4/6 ^ or T. For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK • The camcorder shuts off automatically to...
... To remove the indications, ੬ pg. 21, DISPLAY or OSD OUTPUT in the viewfinder, however you are using the GR-AX970, it upward to 180°, you cannot view any image in SYSTEM MENU. • To control the speaker* ... " or " ". RECORDING Set REC MODE, S-VHS (S-VHS ET)**, TAPE LENGTH and DATE/TIME in progress. • To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button !. To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press 4/6 ^ or s. To resume normal playback, press 4/6 ^ or T. For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK • The camcorder shuts off automatically to...
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...This function cannot be activated during playback. Recording) (GR-SXM240/AX970 only) To record a scene for unstable images caused by ... to "SP". 2) During Record-Standby, press 5SEC. Picture Stabilizer To compensate for 5 ...Recording Start/Stop Button. Standby mode automatically. 4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec is also available during the "Night-Alive", "CLASSIC FILM", "STROBE" and "VIDEO ECHO" modes (੬ pg. 23, "Digital Effects"). 5Sec. Rec. REC 2. GR...1) Make sure the recording mode is not heard. BASIC FEATURES Snapshot (GR-SXM740/SXM340 only) You can record still images that 5S ...
...This function cannot be activated during playback. Recording) (GR-SXM240/AX970 only) To record a scene for unstable images caused by ... to "SP". 2) During Record-Standby, press 5SEC. Picture Stabilizer To compensate for 5 ...Recording Start/Stop Button. Standby mode automatically. 4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec is also available during the "Night-Alive", "CLASSIC FILM", "STROBE" and "VIDEO ECHO" modes (੬ pg. 23, "Digital Effects"). 5Sec. Rec. REC 2. GR...1) Make sure the recording mode is not heard. BASIC FEATURES Snapshot (GR-SXM740/SXM340 only) You can record still images that 5S ...
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...Record-Standby mode for replacing the video light. Standby, lock the focus by optical zoom. Once the zoom level indiator 6reaches the top, all magnification from that you consult your nearest JVC... as the camcorder is turned on. • It is likely to "AUTO": • Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may become extremely hot. GR-SXM740U_EN 13 13...with the video light turned on and off the light. Retake To re-record certain segments. 1) Make sure the camcorder is normal. Do not touch it remains extremely hot for new recording. This is in Record mode. ...
...Record-Standby mode for replacing the video light. Standby, lock the focus by optical zoom. Once the zoom level indiator 6reaches the top, all magnification from that you consult your nearest JVC... as the camcorder is turned on. • It is likely to "AUTO": • Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may become extremely hot. GR-SXM740U_EN 13 13...with the video light turned on and off the light. Retake To re-record certain segments. 1) Make sure the camcorder is normal. Do not touch it remains extremely hot for new recording. This is in Record mode. ...
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...8226; The picture may not work during playback for approx. 2 seconds. Tracking Eliminates noise bars that appear on other VCRs or camcorders. The tape automatically stops at the edit-in the FastForward and Rewind modes. • To disable the counter memory function, ...less than 1 second. Playback Special Effects (GR-SXM740/ SXM340 only) Allows you to add creative effects to deliver a stable picture even with tapes recorded on -screen during Still Playback (੬ pg. 11). TBC (Time Base Corrector) Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to the playback image. (੬...
...8226; The picture may not work during playback for approx. 2 seconds. Tracking Eliminates noise bars that appear on other VCRs or camcorders. The tape automatically stops at the edit-in the FastForward and Rewind modes. • To disable the counter memory function, ...less than 1 second. Playback Special Effects (GR-SXM740/ SXM340 only) Allows you to add creative effects to deliver a stable picture even with tapes recorded on -screen during Still Playback (੬ pg. 11). TBC (Time Base Corrector) Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to the playback image. (੬...
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...VCR's power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the package for additional editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished. Consult the JVC Service Center described on . • If you have a TV or speakers that are turned off. 2) Connect the... the YTU94146A S-Video cable. in the camcorder playback picture. Engage the VCR's AUX and Record-Pause modes. 2) Press 4/6 ^ to Video Input GR-SXM740U_EN 15 15 02.4.22, 6:02 PM To S-Video Output 5 White to Audio Output 6 Connector cover Yellow to Video Output 7 S-Video cable (optional) A/V cable To S-Video Input TV VCR...
...VCR's power, and insert the appropriate cassettes in the package for additional editing, then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished. Consult the JVC Service Center described on . • If you have a TV or speakers that are turned off. 2) Connect the... the YTU94146A S-Video cable. in the camcorder playback picture. Engage the VCR's AUX and Record-Pause modes. 2) Press 4/6 ^ to Video Input GR-SXM740U_EN 15 15 02.4.22, 6:02 PM To S-Video Output 5 White to Audio Output 6 Connector cover Yellow to Video Output 7 S-Video cable (optional) A/V cable To S-Video Input TV VCR...
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...Recording Safety Hole Hole Battery Cover Reels GR-SXM740U_EN 16 16 02.4.22, 6:02 PM When connecting to force the adapter open the compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the compartment door. 3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette recorded...The Cassette Adapter Use this camcorder on a S-VHS/ VHS VCR. 1) Slide the battery cover up and remove the cassette. • During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the reels for the provided software. When connecting to your finger in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played...
...Recording Safety Hole Hole Battery Cover Reels GR-SXM740U_EN 16 16 02.4.22, 6:02 PM When connecting to force the adapter open the compartment door, then insert the cassette and close the compartment door. 3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette recorded...The Cassette Adapter Use this camcorder on a S-VHS/ VHS VCR. 1) Slide the battery cover up and remove the cassette. • During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the reels for the provided software. When connecting to your finger in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played...
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... LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording During Playback 7 9 ! 8 0 @ #$ % 1 23 4 5 120M I N S-ET T40 REC SP 444 1 N I ONS DEC 2 5 . 0 1 AM 1 1 : 4 5 : 1 8 6 ^ & * ( 1X ) q we r t y u i S-ET SP 4 TBC -1 : 23 : 45 MONOTONE AT VOLUME - - - - - -6- - - - - + o ੬ pg. 25 for Warning Indications . 17 GR-SXM740U_EN 17 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Eyepiece 1 2 3 4 During shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder.
... LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording During Playback 7 9 ! 8 0 @ #$ % 1 23 4 5 120M I N S-ET T40 REC SP 444 1 N I ONS DEC 2 5 . 0 1 AM 1 1 : 4 5 : 1 8 6 ^ & * ( 1X ) q we r t y u i S-ET SP 4 TBC -1 : 23 : 45 MONOTONE AT VOLUME - - - - - -6- - - - - + o ੬ pg. 25 for Warning Indications . 17 GR-SXM740U_EN 17 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Eyepiece 1 2 3 4 During shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder.
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...day. If it is completed, "MWB" stops blinking. • Once you do not want to record the display, select OFF before shooting. • In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder records the date for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement). * EIA : Electronic Industries Alliance OFF: Allows you to shoot... languages. Makes the date/time appear in SYSTEM MENU first ੬ pg. 7). • The selected display will be recorded. GR-SXM740U_EN 19 19 02.4.22, 6:02 PM HALOGEN : A video light or similar type of lighting is used when the "SEPIA" or "MONOTONE" mode (੬ pg. 23, "Digital...
...day. If it is completed, "MWB" stops blinking. • Once you do not want to record the display, select OFF before shooting. • In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder records the date for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement). * EIA : Electronic Industries Alliance OFF: Allows you to shoot... languages. Makes the date/time appear in SYSTEM MENU first ੬ pg. 7). • The selected display will be recorded. GR-SXM740U_EN 19 19 02.4.22, 6:02 PM HALOGEN : A video light or similar type of lighting is used when the "SEPIA" or "MONOTONE" mode (੬ pg. 23, "Digital...
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...a black screen. ADVANCED FEATURES Night-Alive (GR-SXM740/SXM340 only) Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be difficult to bring the camcorder into /from a mosaic pattern. DOOR ... or wipe, press FADE/WIPE ) repeatedly until the desired mode appears. 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! GR-SXM740U_EN 22 22 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Fade/Wipe Effects Fade- WINDOW (Wipe): Wipes... and right to 1/6th of a tripod is set to "AUTO" or "ON" (੬ pg. 13, "Video Light"). • During Night-Alive, it may be under good natural lighting. 1) Set the Power Switch @ to...
...a black screen. ADVANCED FEATURES Night-Alive (GR-SXM740/SXM340 only) Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be difficult to bring the camcorder into /from a mosaic pattern. DOOR ... or wipe, press FADE/WIPE ) repeatedly until the desired mode appears. 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button ! GR-SXM740U_EN 22 22 02.4.22, 6:02 PM Fade/Wipe Effects Fade- WINDOW (Wipe): Wipes... and right to 1/6th of a tripod is set to "AUTO" or "ON" (੬ pg. 13, "Video Light"). • During Night-Alive, it may be under good natural lighting. 1) Set the Power Switch @ to...
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...8226; Picture Stabilizer cannot be activated during Night- FILTER: Recorded scenes have a reddish tint. STRETCH: Doubles the width of glare on the subject. VIDEO ECHO*: Adds a "ghost" to the subject, giving your footage is not available. * GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. S1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed...Speed Shutter" or "Sports" modes, picture color may not work. MONOTONE: Like black and white films, your recording a "fantasy" feeling. R. STROBE*: Your recording looks like old photos. GR-SXM740U_EN 23 23 02.4.22, 6:02 PM In this with an effect similar to a painting. NEGA POSI:...
...8226; Picture Stabilizer cannot be activated during Night- FILTER: Recorded scenes have a reddish tint. STRETCH: Doubles the width of glare on the subject. VIDEO ECHO*: Adds a "ghost" to the subject, giving your footage is not available. * GR-SXM740/SXM340 only. S1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High Speed...Speed Shutter" or "Sports" modes, picture color may not work. MONOTONE: Like black and white films, your recording a "fantasy" feeling. R. STROBE*: Your recording looks like old photos. GR-SXM740U_EN 23 23 02.4.22, 6:02 PM In this with an effect similar to a painting. NEGA POSI:...
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...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 between the back-ground and the object is a microcomputer-controlled device. This is used, the TV's VIDEO/TV Switch has not been set the camcorder.... TROUBLESHOOTING Before consulting your nearest JVC dealer for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. It is not a defect of the camcorder. precision technology. Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in SYSTEM MENU). Make sure to the Recording mode for head cleaning or replacement...
...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 between the back-ground and the object is a microcomputer-controlled device. This is used, the TV's VIDEO/TV Switch has not been set the camcorder.... TROUBLESHOOTING Before consulting your nearest JVC dealer for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. It is not a defect of the camcorder. precision technology. Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in SYSTEM MENU). Make sure to the Recording mode for head cleaning or replacement...
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...GR-SXM740U_EN 26 02.4.22, 6:02 PM do not burn. .... avoid repeated charging without allowing the tape to 86°F) • Recharging time is extremely low (below . Cassettes To properly use current even when switched off , otherwise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder... into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some machines use and store your nearest JVC...recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video... cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. .... do...
...GR-SXM740U_EN 26 02.4.22, 6:02 PM do not burn. .... avoid repeated charging without allowing the tape to 86°F) • Recharging time is extremely low (below . Cassettes To properly use current even when switched off , otherwise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder... into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some machines use and store your nearest JVC...recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video... cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. .... do...
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... only) 200 mm x 112 mm x 115 mm (7-7/8" x 4-7/16" x 4-9/16") (GR-AX970 only) (with the LCD monitor* closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward) * Applicable models only. Signal system : NTSC-type Video recording system Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette : / cassette Tape speed SP : 33.35 mm/sec...
... only) 200 mm x 112 mm x 115 mm (7-7/8" x 4-7/16" x 4-9/16") (GR-AX970 only) (with the LCD monitor* closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward) * Applicable models only. Signal system : NTSC-type Video recording system Luminance : FM recording Color : Converted sub-carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette : / cassette Tape speed SP : 33.35 mm/sec...