COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
LYT0341-001B
INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
EN
GR-FX53
GR-FX43
GR-FX33
GR-FX23
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information
and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
·All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (
pg. 3).
·Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
·Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (
pg. 52 54) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe
use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 55 and 56 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Warning on lithium cell battery (for clock
operation and remote control unit)
The battery used in this device may present a fire
or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or
incinerate.
Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic
(Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use
of another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
CAUTIONS:
If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut
it down and unplug it immediately. Continue
using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger
under these conditions could lead to fire or
electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not
attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
When you are not using the AC Power
Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-
type colour television signals. It cannot be used
for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and view-
finder playback are possible anywhere. Use the
BN-V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge
them, the provided multi-voltage AC Power
Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion
adapter may be necessary to accommodate
different designs of AC outlets in different
countries.)
This unit is produced to comply with Standard
IEC Publ. 65.
Camcorder is designed exclusively for the
VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked
VHS-C can be used with this unit.
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
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CONTENTS
MAJOR FEATURES
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Programme AE with Special Effects
(
pg. 20 21)
·Electronic Fog Filter ·ND Effect
·Sepia ·Twilight ·Sports ·Nega/Posi
·1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Snapshot (GR-FX53 only) (
pg. 18)
5-Sec. Recording (GR-FX43/FX33/FX23
only) (
pg. 16)
Menu Adjustment (
pg. 24, 25, 26)
Picture Stabilizer (
pg. 16)
Digital Hyper Zoom (
pg. 14)
Integrated Auto Light (GR-FX53 only)
(
pg. 17)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
·Audio/Video
(A/V) cable
·AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V15EG
·Cassette Adapter
C-P7U (GR-FX53/
FX43/FX33 only)
·Shoulder Strap
·Battery Pack
BN-V12U
GETTING STARTED
4 11
Power ............................................ 4
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/
Removal ........................................ 6
Date/Time Settings ............................. 7
Recording Mode Setting ....................... 8
Tape Length Setting ............................. 8
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 9
Grip Adjustment ............................... 10
Viewfinder Adjustment ...................... 10
Shoulder Strap Attachment .................. 11
Tripod Mounting ............................... 11
RECORDING
12 33
Basic Recording ................................ 12
Basic Features ................................. 14
Advanced Features ............................ 18
PLAYBACK
34 39
Basic Playback ................................. 34
Features ........................................ 35
Using The Cassette Adapter ................. 37
Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing ....... 38
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
40 47
Random Assemble Editing ................... 42
Insert Editing .................................. 46
Audio Dubbing ................................. 47
TROUBLESHOOTING
48 49
INDEX
50 52
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 50
Indications ..................................... 52
CAUTIONS
53 54
SPECIFICATIONS
55
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
55
·Editing Cable
(GR-FX53 only)
·Remote Control
RM-V700U
(GR-FX53 only)
·DC Cord
·Lithium Battery CR2025
· x1 for GR-FX33/FX23
(clock operation)
· x2 for GR-FX53/FX43
(clock operation and
remote control)
·Remote Control
Unit RM-V705U
(GR-FX43 only)
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GETTING STARTED
A
B
Power
This camcorder's 3-way power supply system lets you choose
the most appropriate source of power.
NOTES:
No function is available without power supply.
Use only the specified power supply.
Do not use provided power supply units with other
equipment.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1 SUPPLY POWER
Connect the charger's AC power cord to a wall outlet.
2 ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.
·The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate
charging has started.
3 DETACH BATTERY PACK
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit,
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite the
direction of the arrow.
USING THE BATTERY PACK
1 ATTACH BATTERY PACK
Hook its end to the camcorder (
) and push the battery
pack in until it locks in place (
) .
2 DETACH BATTERY PACK
Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.
ATTENTION:
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder's power
is turned off. Failure to do so can result
in a camcorder malfunction.
REFRESH
The AC Power Adapter/Charger features a
REFRESH function that allows you to fully
discharge the battery pack before recharg-
ing.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less
than 5 chargings.
To discharge the battery . . .
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as
shown in the above illustration. Then
push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator
lights when discharging starts, and goes
out when discharging is complete.
CHARGE indicator
Marks
To AC outlet
Hook on.
Push in.
BATTERY RELEASE
REFRESH indicator
REFRESH switch
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
Charging time
Discharging time
BN-V12U
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.
BN-V20U
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.
approx. 6 hrs. 40 min.
Battery pack
GR-FX53
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23
BN-V12U
75 (40)
75
BN-V20U
115 (70)
115
( ) : when the video light is on (GR-FX53 only).
INFORMATION:
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack
and AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.
The BN-V856U battery pack provides approx. 7 hours of
recording time when the video light is off. Also read thor-
oughly the VU-V856KIT's instruction manuals.
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using
the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the optional
AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.
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GETTING
ST
ARTED
Charge Marker
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to
help you remember whether it has been charged or
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)--you
choose which one means charged and which means
discharged.
NOTES:
The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and the
frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.
Charging times noted on page 4 are for a fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for a fully
charged battery pack.
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from
your camcorder.
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.
While the AC Power Adapter/Charger's power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does
not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/
Charger to store it.
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Do not
allow it to discharge in a container, such as a bag.
If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before
unplugging the adapter's AC cord.
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.
The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been
stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The
CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as
shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from
110 V to 240 V.
When using the DC cord, make sure you connect
the end of the cord with the core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
USING A CAR BATTERY
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter
(connect as shown in the illustration).
NOTES:
When using the car battery, leave the engine
idling.
The optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (BH-V3E)
can also be used to charge the battery pack (except
BN-V20U/V856U).
When using the optional Car Battery Charger/
Adapter, refer to the respective instruction booklet.
To DC IN jack
DC OUT
terminal
To AC outlet
AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V15EG
DC Cord
To car's
cigarette
lighter socket
Charge marker
Car Battery
Charger/Adapter
BH-V3E (optional)