LYT0569-001A
EN
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
GR-SXM91A
GR-SXM81A
GR-SXM71A
GR-SXM61A
GR-SX51A
GR-SXM92ED
GR-SXM82ED
GR-SXM75ED
GR-SXM72ED
GR-SXM62ED
GR-SX52ED
VHS
PAL
625
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 48
Playback Zoom .......................... 41
Insert Editing ............................. 42
Audio Dubbing ........................... 43
Random Assemble Editing .............. 44
Animation And Time-Lapse ............. 48
CAUTIONS
49 51
TROUBLESHOOTING
52 53
INDEX
54 57
Controls, Connectors And
Indicators ............................... 54
Indications ................................ 56
SPECIFICATIONS
58 59
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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. 54 57) 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 49 51 before use.
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 "
".
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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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. 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.)
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.
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.
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-SXM91A/SXM81A/SXM71A/SXM61A/SXM92ED/SXM82ED/SXM75ED/SXM72ED/SXM62ED only.
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MAJOR FEATURES
Integrated Auto Light
(
pg. 20)
Programme 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 (
pg. 12)
Picture Stabiliser (
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.
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F
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F
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DEMO MODE
Setting Menu
Digital Hyper Zoom
(
pg. 18)
Zoom in
Zoom out
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·AC Power
Adapter/Charger
AA-V16ED
·Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U
(GR-SXM71A/SXM61A/
SXM75ED/SXM72ED/
SXM62ED only)
·Shoulder Strap
·DC Cord
·Lithium Battery
CR2025 (for
clock operation)
·Battery Pack
BN-V11U
·Audio/Video
(A/V) Cable
·Editing Cable
(GR-SXM91A/
SXM81A/SX51A/
SXM92ED/
SXM82ED/
SX52ED only)
·S-Video Cable
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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How to Attach The Core Filter
Attach the provided Core Filters to the provided Audio/Video cable and S-video cable.
The Core Filter reduces interference.
1. Release the
stoppers on
both ends of
the Core Filter.
·Core Filter x 2 (for
provided Audio/Video
Cable and S-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
·Remote Control Unit
RM-V716U
(GR-SXM91A/
SXM81A/SX51A/
SXM92ED/SXM82ED/
SX52ED only)
·Cassette Adapter
C-P7U
·R6 (AA) Battery (for
Cassetter Adapter)
·R03 (AAA) Battery
x 2 (for Remote
Control Unit)