LYT0486-001A
EN
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
GR-SXM46
GR-SXM26
GR-SX41
GR-SX21
GR-FXM16
GR-FXM161
GR-FX11
VHS
PAL
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ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2 3
MAJOR FEATURES
4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
5
GETTING STARTED
6 15
RECORDING
16 32
Basic Recording .......................... 16
Basic Features ........................... 18
Advanced Features ...................... 22
PLAYBACK
33 37
Basic Playback ........................... 33
Features .................................. 34
Using The Cassette Adapter ........... 35
Connections ............................... 36
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
38 47
Animation And Time-Lapse ............. 40
Playback Zoom .......................... 41
Insert Editing ............................. 42
Audio Dubbing ........................... 43
Random Assemble Editing .............. 44
TROUBLESHOOTING
48 49
INDEX
50 53
Controls, Connectors And
Indicators ............................... 50
Indications ................................ 52
CAUTIONS
54 56
SPECIFICATIONS
57
* GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/SX21 only
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Using This Instruction Manual
·All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover.
·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 (
pgs. 50 53) 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 54 56 before use.
NOTES:
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of
the main unit.
The rating information and safety caution of the
AC Power Adapter/Charger are on its bottom.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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.
Cassettes marked "
" and "
" can be used with this camcorder.
However, S-VHS recordings are possible* only with cassettes marked "
".
*
GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/SX21 only.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
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 battery with Panasonic (Matsushita
Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery
is incorrectly replaced.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in
fire.
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CAUTIONS:
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.
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or
on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or
more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. heat may not be able to
get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and local rules or
laws governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or
places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with
water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines,
flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of
this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be
caused.)
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 LCD
monitor*/viewfinder playback are possible
anywhere. Use the BN-V11U/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.)
*GR-SXM46/SXM26/FXM16/FXM161 only.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be
recycled or disposed of
properly.
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MAJOR FEATURES
Integrated Auto Light
(GR-SXM46/SXM26/SX41/
FXM161 only) (
pg. 20)
Program AE with Special
Effects (
pg. 23)
Electronic Fog Filter
ND Effect
Sepia
Twilight
Sports
Nega/Posi
1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter
Super VHS-ET (GR-SXM46/
SXM26/SX41/SX21 only)
(
pg. 12)
Picture Stabilizer (
pg. 18)
TBC (Time Base Corrector)
(
pg. 34)
NOTES about Automatic Demonstration
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON"
(factory-preset).
Available when the Power Switch is set to "AUTO" or "PRO.".
Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops
the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not
moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.
"DEMO MODE" remains "ON" even if the camcorder power is
turned off.
To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to
"PRO." and press MENU while the demo is in progress. This
takes you directly to the demo mode's Setting Menu (so you will
not have to go through the main Menu Screen.) Rotate the Select
Wheel to select "OFF" and press it.
NOTE:
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
O
O
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F
N
X
F
IT
DEMO MODE
Setting Menu
Digital Hyper Zoom
(
pg. 18)
Zoom in
Zoom out
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·AC Power Adapter/
Charger AA-V16EG
·Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U
(GR-SXM46/SX41 only)
·Shoulder Strap
·DC Cord
·Lithium Battery CR2025
(for clock operation)
·Battery Pack
BN-V11U
·Cable Adapter
(GR-SXM46/SXM26/
SX41/SX21 only)
·Audio/Video
(A/V) cable
·Editing Cable
(GR-SXM46/SX41
only)
·S-video cable
(GR-SXM46/SXM26/
SX41/SX21 only)
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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How to Attach The Core Filter
Attach the provided Core Filter to the provided Audio/Video cable.
The Core Filter reduces interference.
1. Release the
stoppers on
both ends of
the Core Filter.
·Core Filter
(for provided Audio/Video
cable)
2. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving
approx. 5 cm of cable between the cable plug and
the Core Filter. Wind the cable around the outside
of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration.
·Wind the cable so that it is not slack.
NOTE:
Take care not to damage the cable.
3. Close the Core Filter until it
clicks shut.
Connect the end of the
cable with the Core Filter to
the camcorder.
5 cm
Stopper