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...have to select "OFF" and press it. INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-SXM740 GR-SXM340 GR-SXM240 GR-AX970 LYT0880-001E For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. Retain this product. Serial No. which is compatible with GR-SXM740/SXM540/ SXM340/SXM240 only U Printed in Malaysia * ...JVC Compact VHS camcorder. This takes you directly to the demo mode's Setting Menu (so you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the bottom of this information for future reference. Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to go through the main Menu Screen). S-VHS...
...have to select "OFF" and press it. INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-SXM740 GR-SXM340 GR-SXM240 GR-AX970 LYT0880-001E For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. Retain this product. Serial No. which is compatible with GR-SXM740/SXM540/ SXM340/SXM240 only U Printed in Malaysia * ...JVC Compact VHS camcorder. This takes you directly to the demo mode's Setting Menu (so you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the bottom of this information for future reference. Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to go through the main Menu Screen). S-VHS...
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... electric shock to be used used for recycling options or proper disposal. Cassettes marked GR-SXM740U_EN and can be used with this battery into the municipal waste stream. The exclamation... product's enclosure that contains a small amount of AC outlets in different countries.) * Applicable models only. It cannot be regulated in the literature accompanying the appliance. For disposal or recycling information... possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided...
... electric shock to be used used for recycling options or proper disposal. Cassettes marked GR-SXM740U_EN and can be used with this battery into the municipal waste stream. The exclamation... product's enclosure that contains a small amount of AC outlets in different countries.) * Applicable models only. It cannot be regulated in the literature accompanying the appliance. For disposal or recycling information... possible anywhere. • Use the JVC BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided...
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... (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. ATTENTION Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder's power is finished. Charging times are provided (red and black)-you remember whether the battery pack has been charged or not. Approximate recording time...(90) 360 (205) 385 (210) LCD monitor on 1 80 (45) 80 (45) 135 (75) 315 (190) 1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-AX970 ( ): when the video light is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp * blinks. The CHARGE lamp * blinks to do so...
... (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. ATTENTION Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder's power is finished. Charging times are provided (red and black)-you remember whether the battery pack has been charged or not. Approximate recording time...(90) 360 (205) 385 (210) LCD monitor on 1 80 (45) 80 (45) 135 (75) 315 (190) 1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-AX970 ( ): when the video light is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp * blinks. The CHARGE lamp * blinks to do so...
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..." and press it . Consult an authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME" (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. * Applicable models only. • During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot be operated. • Charging and ... outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder. • Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/ Charger, 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 7 7 02.4.22, 6:02 PM
..." and press it . Consult an authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME" (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to cover 3 times the planned shooting time. * Applicable models only. • During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot be operated. • Charging and ... outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder. • Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/ Charger, 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 7 7 02.4.22, 6:02 PM
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...right hand through the buckle. Some cassettes have removable tabs. CAUTION When using a tripod, be opened while the camcorder is loaded. 3) Press the Close button i to " " or " ". 2) Turn the Diopter Adjustment ...monitor while the cassette holder is not twisted. i Erase Protection tab t Cassette holder i GR-SXM740U_EN 8 8 02.4.22, 6:02 PM When inserting, make sure the label is in the record mode... or detached from the power source. * Applicable models only. If not, slide the tab. and Power Zoom Lever 3. Refasten the Velcro strip. ...
...right hand through the buckle. Some cassettes have removable tabs. CAUTION When using a tripod, be opened while the camcorder is loaded. 3) Press the Close button i to " " or " ". 2) Turn the Diopter Adjustment ...monitor while the cassette holder is not twisted. i Erase Protection tab t Cassette holder i GR-SXM740U_EN 8 8 02.4.22, 6:02 PM When inserting, make sure the label is in the record mode... or detached from the power source. * Applicable models only. If not, slide the tab. and Power Zoom Lever 3. Refasten the Velcro strip. ...
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VHS REC MWB PAUSE 5M I N 1 / 2S BR I GHT 6- - - + CONGRATULAT I GHT 1 0 x +02 S - Eyepiece 1 2 3 4 During shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to u take up slack. 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. y Erase protection tab Q W Video light Microphone LCD...
VHS REC MWB PAUSE 5M I N 1 / 2S BR I GHT 6- - - + CONGRATULAT I GHT 1 0 x +02 S - Eyepiece 1 2 3 4 During shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to u take up slack. 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. y Erase protection tab Q W Video light Microphone LCD...
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.../Time Display pg. 19 ^ Focus Indicator pg. 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 pg. 8 w TBC Indicator pg. 14 e Playback... • BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator*1 pg. 11 • VOLUME: Speaker Volume 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. Q Grip Strap pg. 8 W Tripod Mounting Socket pg. 8 1 Tape Remaining Time pg....
.../Time Display pg. 19 ^ Focus Indicator pg. 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 pg. 8 w TBC Indicator pg. 14 e Playback... • BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator*1 pg. 11 • VOLUME: Speaker Volume 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. Q Grip Strap pg. 8 W Tripod Mounting Socket pg. 8 1 Tape Remaining Time pg....
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...camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode. High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is fully open. Shooting while using the LCD monitor*: Make sure the LCD monitor* is possible by adjusting as described above. * Applicable models only. ** GR-SXM740/SXM340/SXM240 only. • Tapes recorded on S-VHS or S-VHS... ET (੬ pg. 18, 20) cannot be played back correctly on a regular VHS VCR, use a VHS tape and select S-VHS ET (OFF) in SYSTEM MENU. (੬...
...camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode. High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is fully open. Shooting while using the LCD monitor*: Make sure the LCD monitor* is possible by adjusting as described above. * Applicable models only. ** GR-SXM740/SXM340/SXM240 only. • Tapes recorded on S-VHS or S-VHS... ET (੬ pg. 18, 20) cannot be played back correctly on a regular VHS VCR, use a VHS tape and select S-VHS ET (OFF) in SYSTEM MENU. (੬...
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INSTRUCTIONS Refer to the camcorder. Eyepiece 1 2 3 4 During shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to this diagram while reading the instructions. VHS REC MWB PAUSE 5M I N 1 / 2S BR I GHT 6- - - + CONGRATULAT I GHT 1 0 x +02 S - LCD monitor (applicable models only) Cassette holder Viewfinder o Speaker (applicable models only) p 180...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
INSTRUCTIONS Refer to the camcorder. Eyepiece 1 2 3 4 During shooting # $ % ^ &*( 5 6 7 8 9 0! @ Keep the lens cap attached to this diagram while reading the instructions. VHS REC MWB PAUSE 5M I N 1 / 2S BR I GHT 6- - - + CONGRATULAT I GHT 1 0 x +02 S - LCD monitor (applicable models only) Cassette holder Viewfinder o Speaker (applicable models only) p 180...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
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...function is canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected. GR-SXM740U_EN 21 21 02.4.22, 6:02 PM TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape..." and "DEMO MODE" is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected. Leaving the camcorder aimed at preset time spans. After selection, the TITLE setting menu (੬ p. 19) appears automatically...DISPLAY FULL: Makes all of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder. * Applicable models only. REC TIME You can record sequentially at a specific subject, you to "SP". TITLE LANG....
...function is canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected. GR-SXM740U_EN 21 21 02.4.22, 6:02 PM TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape..." and "DEMO MODE" is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected. Leaving the camcorder aimed at preset time spans. After selection, the TITLE setting menu (੬ p. 19) appears automatically...DISPLAY FULL: Makes all of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder. * Applicable models only. REC TIME You can record sequentially at a specific subject, you to "SP". TITLE LANG....
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... cover. allow it excessively when using the shoulder strap. 26 GR-SXM740U_EN 26 02.4.22, 6:02 PM remove the battery pack... JVC dealer for some machines use current even when switched off , otherwise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder .... .... in places of the viewfinder at extremely bright objects for applicable models) DANGER: • The video light becomes extremely hot. CAUTIONS When ...consult your nearest JVC dealer. Use only the specified batteries ੬ pg. 2 "PROVIDED ACCESSORIES" Please make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. ...
... cover. allow it excessively when using the shoulder strap. 26 GR-SXM740U_EN 26 02.4.22, 6:02 PM remove the battery pack... JVC dealer for some machines use current even when switched off , otherwise serious injury may result. • Do not place the camcorder .... .... in places of the viewfinder at extremely bright objects for applicable models) DANGER: • The video light becomes extremely hot. CAUTIONS When ...consult your nearest JVC dealer. Use only the specified batteries ੬ pg. 2 "PROVIDED ACCESSORIES" Please make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. ...
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... provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with it strongly or apply any interference received, including interference that to the camcorder's lens. 2. J. 07470 : 973-317-5000 This device complies with lens cleaning paper. 4 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and... cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any shocks. .... Be aware of Conformity Model Number Trade Name Responsible party Address Telephone Number : GR-SXM740/SXM340U : JVC : JVC AMERICAS CORP. : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe...
... provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with it strongly or apply any interference received, including interference that to the camcorder's lens. 2. J. 07470 : 973-317-5000 This device complies with lens cleaning paper. 4 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and... cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any shocks. .... Be aware of Conformity Model Number Trade Name Responsible party Address Telephone Number : GR-SXM740/SXM340U : JVC : JVC AMERICAS CORP. : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently wipe...
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... measured, LCD (Applicable models panel/TFT active matrix system only) (GR-SXM740 only) 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system (GR-SXM340/ASXM240 only) Speaker : Monaural (Applicable models only) Connectors Video Audio Digital (GR-SXM740/ SXM340 only) S-Video (GR-SXM740/ SXM340/ SXM240 ... shown are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. SPECIFICATIONS General Camcorder Format : S-VHS (GR-SXM740/SXM340/ SXM240 only)/VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)...
... measured, LCD (Applicable models panel/TFT active matrix system only) (GR-SXM740 only) 2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system (GR-SXM340/ASXM240 only) Speaker : Monaural (Applicable models only) Connectors Video Audio Digital (GR-SXM740/ SXM340 only) S-Video (GR-SXM740/ SXM340/ SXM240 ... shown are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. SPECIFICATIONS General Camcorder Format : S-VHS (GR-SXM740/SXM340/ SXM240 only)/VHS NTSC standard Power source : DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter)...
