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If a cable has only one or more core filter. PROVIDED ACCESSORIES • AC Adapter AP-V12U, AP-V11U or AP-V10U • 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 equipped with one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. GR-SXM740U_EN 2 2 02.4.22, 6:02 PM
If a cable has only one or more core filter. PROVIDED ACCESSORIES • AC Adapter AP-V12U, AP-V11U or AP-V10U • 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 equipped with one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder. GR-SXM740U_EN 2 2 02.4.22, 6:02 PM
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...used for playback with a television of these materials may be necessary to accommodate different designs of this camcorder. 3 3 02.4.22, 6:02 PM The battery is powered by a rechargeable battery. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the ..., live recording and LCD monitor*/viewfinder playback are 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 multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion...
...used for playback with a television of these materials may be necessary to accommodate different designs of this camcorder. 3 3 02.4.22, 6:02 PM The battery is powered by a rechargeable battery. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the ..., live recording and LCD monitor*/viewfinder playback are 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 multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An appropriate conversion...
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... (2) Keep these instructions. (3) Heed all warnings. (4) Follow all servicing to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. JVC's involvement in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the end of their ... only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by a newspaper, or cloth etc. The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these...
... (2) Keep these instructions. (3) Heed all warnings. (4) Follow all servicing to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. JVC's involvement in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the end of their ... only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by a newspaper, or cloth etc. The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these...
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...23 Brighten The Image pg. 18 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. 14 D Darken The Image...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 Technology pg. 20 T Tape Counter pg. 14 Tape Dubbing pg. 15 Tape Length Setting pg. 21 Tele Macro pg. 21 Time ...
...23 Brighten The Image pg. 18 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. 14 D Darken The Image...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 Technology pg. 20 T Tape Counter pg. 14 Tape Dubbing pg. 15 Tape Length Setting pg. 21 Tele Macro pg. 21 Time ...
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.... 2 hrs. 20 min. USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1) of the battery pack to the camcorder and push the battery in until it for a long period of time, otherwise the battery performance will be reduced. 1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK"). • The provided AC Adapter ... is on . GETTING STARTED Hook on USING AC POWER Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder (੬ step 2) and 3) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK". 2) Press REFRESH r for over 2 seconds. BATTERY RELEASE Switch Battery pack Power Switch To AC outlet To DC IN connector AC Adapter CHARGING THE...
.... 2 hrs. 20 min. USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1) of the battery pack to the camcorder and push the battery in until it for a long period of time, otherwise the battery performance will be reduced. 1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK"). • The provided AC Adapter ... is on . GETTING STARTED Hook on USING AC POWER Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder (੬ step 2) and 3) of "CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK". 2) Press REFRESH r for over 2 seconds. BATTERY RELEASE Switch Battery pack Power Switch To AC outlet To DC IN connector AC Adapter CHARGING THE...
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... is used repeatedly. • Before extended use, it is recommended that you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/ V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder. Consult an authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME" (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 ... from the AC outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder, then try charging again. • If a fully-charged battery's operation time remains extremely short, the battery is the ideal temperature range for charging. Remove the battery pack from the camcorder. • Using the optional AA-V15 AC ...
... is used repeatedly. • Before extended use, it is recommended that you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/ V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder. Consult an authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set "YEAR", "MONTH", "DAY" or "TIME" (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 ... from the AC outlet. • Detach the battery from the camcorder, then try charging again. • If a fully-charged battery's operation time remains extremely short, the battery is the ideal temperature range for charging. Remove the battery pack from the camcorder. • Using the optional AA-V15 AC ...
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... 5 S-Video Output Connectors [S]*4 pg. 15 6 Audio Output Connector [A pg. 15 7 Video Output Connector [V pg. 15 8 Battery Release Switch [BATTERY RELEASE pg. 6 9 DC IN Connector pg. 6 0 Digital Connector [DIGITAL]*5 ! Rec Mode Indicator*3 pg. 12 # Bright ...Level Indicator*1 pg. 11 $ Instant Title Display pg. 19 % Date/Time Display pg. 19 ^ Focus Indicator pg. 18 & Exposure Control Level Counter pg. 18 * White Balance Mode Indicator pg. 19 ( S-VHS/S-VHS...
... 5 S-Video Output Connectors [S]*4 pg. 15 6 Audio Output Connector [A pg. 15 7 Video Output Connector [V pg. 15 8 Battery Release Switch [BATTERY RELEASE pg. 6 9 DC IN Connector pg. 6 0 Digital Connector [DIGITAL]*5 ! Rec Mode Indicator*3 pg. 12 # Bright ...Level Indicator*1 pg. 11 $ Instant Title Display pg. 19 % Date/Time Display pg. 19 ^ Focus Indicator pg. 18 & Exposure Control Level Counter pg. 18 * White Balance Mode Indicator pg. 19 ( S-VHS/S-VHS...
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... ( ) does not blink if the battery pack's charge is likely to stay on the subject. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set the zoom while in , or "W" to zoom in Record- Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is normal. Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON # as the camcorder is turned on. •...; When using the manual focus (੬ pg. 18, FOCUS in CAMERA MENU), then zoom in or out in CAMERA MENU when you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. While the "Twilight" mode is engaged, the light will not activate. (੬ pg. 23, "Program AE with the video...
... ( ) does not blink if the battery pack's charge is likely to stay on the subject. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set the zoom while in , or "W" to zoom in Record- Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is normal. Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON # as the camcorder is turned on. •...; When using the manual focus (੬ pg. 18, FOCUS in CAMERA MENU), then zoom in or out in CAMERA MENU when you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. While the "Twilight" mode is engaged, the light will not activate. (੬ pg. 23, "Program AE with the video...
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.... 2) Slide the latch to play the tape back. 4) Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically. Using 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. Connection To...
.... 2) Slide the latch to play the tape back. 4) Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically. Using 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. Connection To...
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... : Outdoors on a sunny day. If it is turned off or the battery removed. • White balance cannot be accurately reproduced. When the setting is...you to record the display, select OFF before shooting. • In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder records the date for about 5 seconds when recording is more convenient to focus on the white paper, adjust... focus manually (੬ FOCUS in the camcorder or on a connected monitor (set manually. FINE : Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN : A video light...
... : Outdoors on a sunny day. If it is turned off or the battery removed. • White balance cannot be accurately reproduced. When the setting is...you to record the display, select OFF before shooting. • In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder records the date for about 5 seconds when recording is more convenient to focus on the white paper, adjust... focus manually (੬ FOCUS in the camcorder or on a connected monitor (set manually. FINE : Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN : A video light...
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... the object is on the tape. These spots are not recorded on , all over 60 degrees, the EJECT switch t does not function. Consult your JVC dealer, please check the following to begin an animated program (੬ pg. 21, REC TIME/INT. and then re-connect it from the beginning....the problem yourself. The tape will not eject. • The battery pack is running , but there is no playback picture. • The TV has not been set the camcorder to VIDEO. However, black spots or bright spots of the camcorder. The camcorder is not open over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. •...
... the object is on the tape. These spots are not recorded on , all over 60 degrees, the EJECT switch t does not function. Consult your JVC dealer, please check the following to begin an animated program (੬ pg. 21, REC TIME/INT. and then re-connect it from the beginning....the problem yourself. The tape will not eject. • The battery pack is running , but there is no playback picture. • The TV has not been set the camcorder to VIDEO. However, black spots or bright spots of the camcorder. The camcorder is not open over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. •...
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... cassette. E01-E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01 - LENS CAP: Appears for them to clear. E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. GR-SXM740U_EN 25 25 02.4.22, 6:02 PM ...disabled. TAPE END: Appears when the tape ends during recording. Remove the tape, turn it does, you can resume using the camcorder. HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is not in the position that allows recording.
... cassette. E01-E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01 - LENS CAP: Appears for them to clear. E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. GR-SXM740U_EN 25 25 02.4.22, 6:02 PM ...disabled. TAPE END: Appears when the tape ends during recording. Remove the tape, turn it does, you can resume using the camcorder. HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED USE CLEANING CASSETTE: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is not in the position that allows recording.
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...AC Adapter in areas other heat sources. .... Do not use and store your nearest JVC dealer for an extended period to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. .... do not ... sure the cassette is being operated correctly, the batteries are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. .... do not subject to high temperatures... use . short-circuit the terminals of direct sunlight. .... leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is extremely low (below . in places subject to hold the main ...
...AC Adapter in areas other heat sources. .... Do not use and store your nearest JVC dealer for an extended period to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. .... do not ... sure the cassette is being operated correctly, the batteries are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. .... do not subject to high temperatures... use . short-circuit the terminals of direct sunlight. .... leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is extremely low (below . in places subject to hold the main ...
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... LCD monitor on the head drum of water 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. To prolong service life . . . .... After Use 1 Set the Power Switch to "OFF" to turn it strongly ... to remove the battery pack. 6 Attach the provided lens cap to the cool air from a cool place to comply with Canadian ICES-003. However, there is left dirty. • When using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the FCC Rules. This same ...
... LCD monitor on the head drum of water 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. To prolong service life . . . .... After Use 1 Set the Power Switch to "OFF" to turn it strongly ... to remove the battery pack. 6 Attach the provided lens cap to the cool air from a cool place to comply with Canadian ICES-003. However, there is left dirty. • When using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the FCC Rules. This same ...
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...: DC 11 V , 1 A Optional Accessories • Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U • A/V (Audio/Video) Cable • S-Video Cable QAM0004-004 • Compact S-VHS ( ) Cassettes ST-C-40/30/20 • Compact VHS ( ) Cassettes TC-40/30/20 • Active Carrying...28 02.4.22, 6:02 PM 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) DC 6 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Viewfinder on : 4.0 W (...
...: DC 11 V , 1 A Optional Accessories • Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U • A/V (Audio/Video) Cable • S-Video Cable QAM0004-004 • Compact S-VHS ( ) Cassettes ST-C-40/30/20 • Compact VHS ( ) Cassettes TC-40/30/20 • Active Carrying...28 02.4.22, 6:02 PM 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) DC 6 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Viewfinder on : 4.0 W (...