ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONS
PAL
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic
Demonstration
takes
place when "DEMO MODE" is set to
"ON" (factory-preset).
· Available when the Power Switch is set to
"
" or "
".
· To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set
"DEMO MODE" to "OFF" (
pg. 14).
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact
VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
"SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" (
pg. 2, 3) to
ensure safe use of this product.
LYT1359-001B
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-FXM41
GR-FX17
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED
4 ~ 8
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
9
BASIC FEATURES
9 ~ 11
MENU SETTINGS
12 ~ 15
TERMS
20
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PROVIDED
ACCESSORIES
· Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-
V400U
· Compact VHS (
) Cassettes EC-60/
45/30
· Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
· Cassette Adapter C-P8U
Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your
home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then
obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or
consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the
fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible
shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then
follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded
E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt -- consult a competent electrician.
·
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.
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
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.
Battery Pack
BN-V10U
Shoulder Strap
A/V (Audio/Video)
Cable
Lens Cap
Cable Adapter
AC Adapter
AP-V14E
Power Cord
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Some accessories are not available in some areas.
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details
on accessories and their availability.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
·
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-V10U/ 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.)
* GR-FXM41 only.
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.
This
equipment
has
been
designed
and
manufactured
to
meet
international
safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment,
care must be taken if you are to obtain the best
results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including
the
mains
plug,
extension
leads
and
interconnections between pieces of equipment)
are properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and
withdraw the mains plug when making or
changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt
about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on
equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are
in any doubt about it working normally, or if it
is damaged in any way -- switch off,
withdraw the mains plug and consult your
dealer.
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated
that it is designed for unattended operation
or has a standby mode. Switch off using the
switch on the equipment and make sure
that your family knows how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be
made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or
radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to
watch television whilst driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as
such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten
the life of the equipment.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs
with wood screws -- to ensure complete
safety
always
fit
the
manufacturer's
approved stand or legs with the fixings
provided according to the instructions.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
--NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in
the case -- this could result in a fatal electrical
shock;
--NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
equipment of any kind -- it is better to be safe
than sorry!
CAUTIONS
CAUTIONS
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
For BN- V12U (optional)
·
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.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf,
make sure that it has sufficient space at least 10cm on all
sides to allow ventilation.
Do not block the ventilation holes.
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.
Prevent water or liquid from entering this equipment, keep
it away from wet places.
SOME DO'S AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
Only cassettes marked
can be used with this camcorder.
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GETTING
STARTED
CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
1
R
2
B
2
E
5
5
R
0
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2
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N
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4
--
P
A
A
T
--
U
U
--
S
L
--
E
A
--
T
--
I
1
--
O
1
--
N
:
1
S
4
--
T
+
M
/
5
--
3
0
W
2
:
--
0
2
B
S
18
+
1X
b
a
T
V
B
O
C
LUME
-- --------
--
--
1 :
--
S
2
--
P
3
--
:
--
4
A
--
5
T
+
90¡
180
1 2 3 4
5
6
7
8
9
" #
$%
&
(
)
+
,
~
-
Eyepiece
During
shooting
Keep the lens
cap attached to
the camcorder
Cassette holder
Erase
protection tab
LCD monitor
(GR-FXM41 only)
Speaker
(GR-FXM41
only)
Viewfinder
During Recording
During Playback
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
.
/
:
;
=
?
[
]
_
>
@
\
^
{
}
|
V
<
01
2 34
6
pg. 16 for "Warning Indications"
5
!
5
Turn the gear to
take up slack
Connector
Cover
Microphone
Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.
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GETTING
STARTED
1· MENU Wheel [, +].............................
pg. 12
· BRIGHT Wheel [, +]* ........................
pg. 14
· Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]* ..........
pg. 9
· TRACKING Wheel [, +].....................
pg. 10
25- Second Recording Button...................
pg. 9
[5 SEC. REC]
3Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ......................
pg. 10
4·Manual Focus Button [
FOCUS] ......
pg. 9
· Time Base Corrector Button (TBC) ....
pg. 10
5Shoulder Strap Eyelets ...........................
pg. 8
6Audio Output Connector [A]............
pg. 10, 11
7Video Output Connector [V]............
pg. 10, 11
8Battery Release Switch ..........................
pg. 6
[BATTERY RELEASE]
9DC IN Connector ....................................
pg. 6
!· Recording Start/Stop Button.................
pg. 9
· REFRESH Button ................................
pg. 6
"Lock Button.............................................
pg. 6
#Power Switch [ PLAY, OFF,
,
] ....
pg. 9
$POWER/CHARGE Lamp........................
pg. 6
%· Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F]...
pg. 10
· Fast- Forward Button [F] ......................
pg. 9
&· Play/ Pause Button ...............................
pg. 9
· Backlight Compensation Button ...........
pg. 9
(· Stop Button [STOP] ..............................
pg. 9
· Eject Button [EJECT] ...........................
pg. 8
)· Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ...
pg. 10
· Quick Review Button [
R ] ..........
pg. 10
· Rewind Button [R] ................................
pg. 9
~Close Button ...........................................
pg. 8
+Dioptre Adjustment Control.....................
pg. 8
,Grip Strap ...............................................
pg. 8
-Tripod Mounting Socket ..........................
pg. 8
.Tape Remaining Time ...........................
pg. 14
/Recording Mode Indicator.....................
pg. 13
:Backlight Compensation Indicator ..........
pg. 9
;Tape Length Indicator............................
pg. 15
<Zoom Indicator Bar................................
pg. 10
a Zoom Level Indicator
b Approximate Zoom Ratio
=Recording Indicator .................................
pg. 9
>Digital Effect Indicator ...........................
pg. 12
?Programme AE Indicator .......................
pg. 12
@Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ................
pg. 13
[Picture Stabiliser Indicator.....................
pg. 13
\· Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator ...
pg. 15
· 5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator....................
pg. 9
]Instant Title Display ...............................
pg. 14
^Date/Time Display .................................
pg. 14
_Bright Level Indicator* ...........................
pg. 14
{Focus Indicator........................................
pg. 9
|Exposure Control Level Counter ...........
pg. 12
}White Balance Mode Indicator ..............
pg. 13
VRecord-Standby Mode Indicator..............
pg. 9
0
: Cassette Indicator..........................
pg. 8
1TBC indicator.........................................
pg. 10
2Tape Counter.........................................
pg. 15
3Recording Mode Indicator (SP/ LP).......
pg. 13
4Tape Running Indicator
3: Playback
¡: Fast- Forward/Shuttle Search
1: Rewind/ Shuttle Search
8: Pause
5Tracking Indicator ..................................
pg. 14
6VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator* ...... pg. 9
* GR-FXM41 only.
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