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INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
LYT0868-001B
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when "DEMO MODE" is set to "ON"
(factory-preset).
· Available when the Power Switch @ is set to "
" or "
".
· Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation
is performed 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 "
" and press the MENU Wheel 1 in
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 MENU Wheel 1 to select "OFF" and press it.
NOTES:
· When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
· If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration
activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder.
* Applicable models only.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
"PRECAUTIONS" (
pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.
A/EA
®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
Printed in Malaysia
1001MKV*UN*PJ
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM78EA
GR-SXM48EA
GR-SXM780A
GR-SXM480A
GR-SXM280A
GR-SXM180A
GR-SX140A
VHS
PAL
625
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
· Battery Pack
BN-V11U
(GR-SXM780A/SXM480A/
SXM280A/SXM180A/
SX140A)
BN-V20U
(GR-SXM78EA/SXM48EA)
· PC Connection Cable
(GR-SXM78EA/SXM780A
only)
· Shoulder Strap
· CD-ROM
(GR-SXM78EA/
SXM780A only)
· Lens Cap
· Power Cord
· A/V (Audio/Video)
Cable
· Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U
(GR-SXM78EA/SXM780A/
SXM480A/SXM280A only)
· AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for Remote Control
Unit, GR-SXM78EA/
SXM780A/SXM480A/
SXM280A only)
· Cassette Adapter C-P7U
· AA (R6) Battery
(for Cassette Adapter)
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be
connected to the camcorder.
AP-V12EG, AP-V11EG or AP-V10EG
· AC Adapter
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS
· If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC adapter, shut it down
and unplug it immediately. Continue using the
camcorder or AC adapter 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 Adapter 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 information and safety caution of the
AC Adapter are on its bottom.
CAUTIONS
· 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 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 adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different designs of
AC outlets in different countries.)
* Applicable models only.
** GR-SXM780A/SXM480A/SXM280A/SXM180A/SX140A
only.
CAUTIONS
To avoid electric shock or damage to the
unit, first firmly insert the small end of the
power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no
longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end
of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Cassettes marked
and
can be used used with this camcorder.
However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked
.
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it 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. the 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 the 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.)
ATTENTION USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY
NON-REMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND
PRODUCTS CAN BE RECYCLED.
AT THE END OF NORMAL LIFE,
IN AUSTRALIA, RETURN TO YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE OR MAIL TO:
Hagemeyer (Australasia) B.V. 5-7 Garema Circuit Kingsgrove NSW 2208 Australia
Attn : Service Dept.
Phone : (02)750 3777
IN NEW ZEALAND, PLEASE RETURN BATTERIES BY MAIL TO:
Hagemeyer (NZ) Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland 1000
Phone : (09)415 8758
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INDEX
A
AC Adapter ................................................................. pg. 6
Animation Recording .......................................... pg. 21, 25
Audio Dubbing ......................................................... pg. 25
Auto Date Record .................................................... pg. 19
Auto Focus ............................................................... pg. 18
Auto Shut Off ........................................................... pg. 11
B
Battery Pack ......................................................... pg. 6, 26
Blue Filter Effect ...................................................... pg. 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. 31
Connection To a VCR/TV ......................................... pg. 15
Connection To A PC ................................................. pg. 16
Counter Memory ...................................................... pg. 14
D
Darken The Image ................................................... pg. 18
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................................... pg. 11
Date/Time Display .................................................... pg. 19
Date/Time Settings ..................................................... pg. 7
Demonstration Mode ............................................ pg. 1, 21
Digital Effects ........................................................... pg. 23
Digital Zoom ............................................................. pg. 20
Dioptre Adjustment ..................................................... pg. 8
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ....................................... pg. 23
Erase Protection ........................................................ pg. 8
Exposure Control ..................................................... pg. 18
F
Fade-In/Out .............................................................. pg. 22
Fast-Forward Tape ................................................... pg. 11
5-Second Recording Mode ...................................... pg. 12
G
Grip Adjustment ......................................................... pg. 8
H
High Speed Shutter Mode ........................................ pg. 23
I
Insert Editing ............................................................ pg. 25
Instant Titles ............................................................. pg. 19
L
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder, Indications .............. pg. 9, 10, 17
Load A Tape ............................................................... pg. 8
M
Manual Focus .......................................................... pg. 18
Menu Screen .................................................... pg. 18 21
Monotone Effect ....................................................... pg. 23
Mosaic Effect ........................................................... pg. 23
N
ND Effect Mode ........................................................ pg. 23
Nega/Posi Mode ...................................................... pg. 23
Night-Scope ............................................................. pg. 22
P
Picture Stabiliser ...................................................... pg. 12
Playback .................................................................. pg. 11
Playback Special Effects .......................................... pg. 14
Playback Zoom ........................................................ pg. 25
Programme AE with Special Effects ........................ pg. 23
Provided Accessories ................................................ pg. 2
Q
Quick Review ........................................................... pg. 13
R
Recording, Advanced Features .......................... pg. 22, 23
Recording, Start/Stop ............................................... pg. 11
Recording Format (S-VHS/S-VHS ET) .................... pg. 20
Recording Mode ....................................................... pg. 20
Record-Standby ....................................................... pg. 11
Red Filter Effect ....................................................... pg. 23
Remote Control ........................................................ pg. 24
Retake ...................................................................... pg. 13
Rewind The Tape ..................................................... pg. 11
S
Self-Recording ......................................................... pg. 11
Sepia Mode .............................................................. pg. 23
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................................ pg. 8
Snapshot During Playback ....................................... pg. 12
Snapshot .................................................................. pg. 12
Solarisation Effect .................................................... pg. 23
Specifications ........................................................... pg. 32
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
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Tape Counter ........................................................... pg. 14
Tape Dubbing ........................................................... pg. 15
Tape Length Setting ................................................. pg. 21
Tele Macro ............................................................... pg. 21
Time Base Corrector ............................................... pg. 14
Time-Lapse Shooting ......................................... pg. 21, 25
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