JVC GR FX120A User Manual

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 – 3

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 4

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

GETTING STARTED

COMPACT

VHS CAMCORDER

6 – 13

RECORDING

14 – 29

Basic Recording .......................... 14

Basic Features ...........................16

Zooming, 5-Sec. Recording, Picture Stabiliser,

Quick Review, Video Light, Retake

GR-SXM470A

GR-FXM270A

GR-FXM170A

GR-FXM17A

GR-FX220A

GR-FX120A

GR-FX12A

Advanced Features ......................18

Snapshot, Night-Scope, Fade/Wipe Effects,

Program AE With Special Effects,

Digital Effects, Using Menus For Detailed

Adjustment, Date/Time Insert, Instant Titles,

Animation, Time-Lapse, Exposure Control,

Focusing, White Balance Adjustment,

Manual White Balance Operation

PLAYBACK

30 – 34

Basic Playback ...........................30

Features ..................................31

Connections And Tape Dubbing ........32

Using The Cassette Adapter ........... 34

GR-SXM27EA

GR-SX22EA

USING THE REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT

(GR-SXM470A only)

35 – 43

Playback Zoom .......................... 37

Insert Editing .............................38

Audio Dubbing ...........................39

Random Assemble Editing..............40

DETAILS

44 – 45

46 – 47

48 – 51

TROUBLESHOOTING

INDEX

Controls, Connectors

And Indicators .........................48

Indications ................................50

VHS

PAL

CAUTIONS

52 – 54

625

SPECIFICATIONS

S-VHS is compatible with

GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only.

INSTRUCTIONS

LYT0683-001A

EN3

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:

Ⅲ 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.

Ⅲ 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 and Power Cord.

(An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in

different countries.)

* Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

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.)

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,

IANUSRTERTUALRINA, 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 NEPWLEAZSEEALARNETDU,RN BATTERIES BY MAIL TO:

Hagemeyer (NZ) Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland 1000

Phone : (09)415 8758

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”

(factory-preset).

Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ”.

DEMO MODE

Ⅲ 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.

OFF

Ⅲ “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned

off.

Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “ ” and

press MENU while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the

EX I T

demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the main

Setting Menu

Menu Screen). Rotate MENU 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.

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

• Battery Pack

BN-V11U

• Remote Control

Unit RM-V716U

(GR-SXM470A only)

• Cassette Adapter C-P7U

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/

FXM170A/FX220A/FX120A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

• AC Adapter

AP-V10A, AP-V10AS

or AP-V10EA

• Lens Cap

• A/V (Audio/Video)

Cable

• S-Video Cable

(GR-SXM470A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA

only)

• Editing Cable

(ø3.5 mini-plug cable)

(GR-SXM470A only)

• AAA (R03) Battery x 2

(for Remote Control Unit,

GR-SXM470A only)

• Power Cord

• Core Filter x 3

(for provided A/V Cable and AC Adapter,

GR-FXM270A/FXM170A/FXM17A/

FX220A/FX120A/FX12A only)

• AA (R6) Battery

(for Cassette Adapter,

GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/

FXM170A/FX220A/FX120A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

• Core Filter x 4

(for provided A/V Cable, S-Video Cable

and AC Adapter, GR-SXM470A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

• Shoulder Strap

EN5

How To Attach The Core Filter

Attach the provided Core Filter to the provided A/V Cable, S-Video Cable and AC Adapter.

The Core Filter reduces interference.

Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core

Filter.

5 cm

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.

Stopper

•Wind the cable so that it is not slack.

NOTE:

Take care not to damage the cable.

Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.

Connect the end of the cable with the Core

Filter to the camcorder.

With the provided AC Adapter, attach Core Filters to both ends of the cable as shown below.

5 cm

How To Attach The Lens Cap

To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

GETTING STARTED

Hook on.

Power

This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you

choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use

provided power supply units with other equipment.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Push in.

Make sure the battery pack is attached to the

camcorder. Hook its end to the camcorder 1 and

push the battery in until it locks in place 2.

•If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position,

a malfunction may occur.

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

REFRESH Button

Set the Power Switch to “OFF”. Connect the AC

Adapter to the camcorder 3, then connect the Power

Cord to the AC Adapter 4.

REFRESH Lamp

CHARGE Lamp

Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet 5.

The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate charging has started.

Battery pack

When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but stays lit,

charging is finished. Unplug the Power Cord from the

AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the

camcorder.

Power Switch

To Detach The Battery Pack . . .

.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.

To AC outlet

To DC IN

connector

NOTES:

● During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot

be operated.

AC Adapter

● Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong

type of battery is used.

● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after

a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp may not light.

In this case, remove the battery pack from the

camcorder, then try charging again.

● If the battery operation time remains extremely short

even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn

out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new

one.

● Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/Charger,

you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/V20U/V400U

battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot

be used as an AC adapter.

Battery pack

Charging time

BN-V11U

approx. 1 hr. 30 min.

approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.

approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.

BN-V12U (optional)

BN-V20U (optional)

BN-V400U (optional)

REFRESH:

Charging a battery with some charge remaining reduces that battery’s capacity. Perform the procedure

below to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging.

1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”.

2. Press REFRESH on the camcorder for over 2 seconds. The REFRESH lamp on the camcorder blinks to

indicate discharging has started.

3. When discharging is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp blinks.

When you are not using a battery pack for a long period of time, be sure to fully discharge it before storing

because leaving a battery with some charge left over also reduces performance.

For other notes, ੬ pg. 44

EN7

USING THE BATTERY PACK

ATTENTION:

Perform step 1 of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”

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.

(੬ pg. 6).

Approximate recording time (unit: min.)

Viewfinder on

LCD monitor on

Battery pack

BN-V11U

(50)

100

(50)

(45)

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.

BN-V12U

(optional)

100

(50)

(45)

BN-V20U

(optional)

150

(85)

165

(90)

135

(75)

BN-V400U

(optional)

360

(205)

385

(210)

315

(190)

1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor

2 When using GR-FX220A/FX120A/FX12A/SX22EA

(

) : when the video light is on (GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/

FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

NOTES:

● Recording time is reduced significantly under the

following conditions:

•Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.

•The LCD monitor is used repeatedly (models equipped

with LCD monitor only).

● Before extended use, it is recommended that you

prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the

planned shooting time.

USING AC POWER

Use the AC Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).

NOTES:

●The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage

selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

●For other notes, ੬ pg. 44.

To AC outlet

To DC IN

connector

AC Adapter

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Grip Adjustment

Power Zoom

Lever

Separate the Velcro strip.

Recording

Start/Stop

Button

Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the

grip.

Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily

operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power

Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.

Viewfinder Adjustment

180°

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.

Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.

Set to “ ” or

”.

“

Shoulder Strap Attachment

PAUSE

Following the illustration, thread the strap through the

eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the

buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other

end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure

the strap is not twisted.

Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.

Tripod Mounting

Align the screw and camera direction stud on the

tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud

hole. Then tighten the screw.

CAUTION:

When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend

its legs fully to Stabilize the camcorder. To

prevent damage to the unit caused by falling

over, do not use a small-sized tripod.

EN9

MENU Wheel

Date/Time Settings

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it to display SYSTEM MENU. Rotate MENU to

select “ NEXT” and press it to display the next page.

Power Switch

Display

Rotate MENU to select “DATE/TIME” and press it.

The DATE/TIME Menu appears.

CAMERA MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU

To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME” (hour/

minute), rotate MENU to select the desired item, and

press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate

MENU until the correct setting appears and then

press it. The setting stops blinking.

Menu Screen

ᮣ

FOCUS

EXPOSURE

M. W. B.

AUTO

SYSTEM MENU

When none of these settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH”,

“DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate MENU to select “EXIT”,

and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the

highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

ᮣ

REC MODE

D. ZOOM

SYSTEM MENU

TO CAMERA MENU

Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

ᮣ

REC T I ME

OFF

I NT . T I ME

TELE MACRO

T I TLE LANG.

DATE / T I ME

J L I P I D NO.

DEMO MODE

OFF

ENGL I SH

NOTE:

OFF

To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and

on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 25).

ᮣ

RETURN

DATE / T I ME

DATE/TIME Menu

YEAR

MONTH

DAY

2001

T I ME

20 20

24-hour

indication

EX I T

For other notes, ੬ pg. 44

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

MENU Wheel

Recording Format Setting

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

Set the recording format according to the format of the

tape used or type of recording you wish to perform.

NOTE:

S-VHS ET recording is not possible when the recording

mode is set to “LP”.

Before performing the following steps, make sure that the

recording mode is set to “SP” (੬ pg. 12).

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

Power Switch

comes on.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded.

SYSTEM MENU

Menu Screen

Rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it to display SYSTEM MENU.

If a VHS cassette is loaded . . .

.... rotate MENU to select “S-VHS ET”, then press it.

The S-VHS ET Setting Menu appears.

ᮣ

REC MODE

D. ZOOM

WI DE

OFF

–

VHS ET

TAPE LENGTH

D I SPLAY

FULL

When an S-VHS

cassette is

loaded: S-VHS

If an S-VHS cassette is loaded . . .

.... rotate MENU to “S-VHS”, then press it.

The S-VHS Setting Menu appears.

ᮣ

RETURN

Rotate MENU to set to either of the parameters, then

press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the

highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

–

VHS ET

Setting Menu

OFF

In the S-VHS ET Setting Menu,

ON : Records with S-VHS picture quality on a VHS

cassette (factory-preset). This is called Super

VHS ET (Expansion Technology).

EX I T

OFF: Records in VHS.

In the S-VHS Setting Menu,

ON : Records in S-VHS on an S-VHS cassette

(factory-preset).

OFF: Records in VHS on an S-VHS cassette.

SYSTEM MENU

ᮣ

REC MODE

D. ZOOM

WI DE

VHS ET

TAPE LENGTH

D I SPLAY

OFF

–

Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

•When the S-VHS ET mode is engaged, “S-ET” is

displayed.

•During S-VHS record mode, “S” is displayed.

•When S-VHS ET or S-VHS recording starts,

“S-VHS REC” is displayed for approx. 3 seconds.

FULL

ᮣ

RETURN

Normal Screen

NOTE:

If a cassette is not loaded, “S-VHS” will be displayed in the

Menu Screen.

EN11

NOTES about S-VHS and S-VHS ET

Ⅲ JVC EHG (Extra High Grade) tapes are recommended for superior results.

Use S-VHS tape for storing recordings for an extended period or for recording important scenes, as it

enables higher-quality recording and playback.

— It is recommended to specifically label S-VHS ET recordings so you can easily distinguish them from

regular VHS recordings.

Ⅲ With some tapes, better picture quality may not be obtained even with S-VHS ET recording. It is

recommended that you do test record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained.

Ⅲ If the S-VHS ET mode or recording format is switched during recording, the playback picture will be

blurred at the switching point.

Ⅲ It is recommended that tapes recorded on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.

Ⅲ Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode can be played back not only on this camcorder but also on

a Super VHS VCR.

— Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs.

Ⅲ Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR.

Ⅲ S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes.

Ⅲ To avoid on-screen noise, do not perform Still Playback or Shuttle Search repeatedly.

Ⅲ If the picture contains a lot of jitter or noise, use a cleaning cassette.

Compatibility Between S-VHS And VHS

Recording

Playback

Blank tape

Camcorder

Recorded tape

Cassette adapter

S-VHS VCR

S-VHS-C

cassette

S-VHS

recordings

•The recorded format (S-VHS or

VHS) is automatically detected

when playback begins.

S-VHS ET

recordings

Regular VHS VCR

VHS-C

cassette

VHS

recordings

•S-VHS recorded tapes cannot be

viewed on regular VHS VCRs.

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

MENU Wheel

Recording Mode Setting

Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp

comes on.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it to display SYSTEM MENU.

Power Switch

Display

Rotate MENU to select “REC MODE” and press it.

The REC MODE Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP”

by rotating MENU and press it. The Menu Screen

reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

REC MODE

REC MODE Menu

•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing

twice the recording time.

NOTES:

● If the recording mode is switched during recording, the

playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.

● S-VHS ET recording is not possible when the recording

mode is set to “LP” (੬pg. 10, 24).

EX I T

Recording mode

indicator

Tape Length Setting

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape

used.

Display

TAPE LENGTH

Perform steps 1 through 3 above.

Rotate MENU to select “TAPE LENGTH”, then press

it. The TAPE LENGTH Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to select the correct tape length setting.

•T30=30 minutes

EX I T

•T45=45 minutes

•T50=50 minutes

Tape length

indicator

•T60=60 minutes

Press MENU. The Menu Screen reappears with the

highlight bar on “ RETURN”. Press MENU to close

the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 14) is correct only if the

correct tape length has been selected.

EN13

EJECT Switch

Cassette holder

Loading/Unloading A Cassette

Open the LCD monitor fully (models equipped with

LCD monitor only).

Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not

use force to open.

Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make

sure the label is facing outward.

Press the Close button to close the cassette holder

until it locks into place.

Close Button

Close the LCD monitor (models equipped with LCD

monitor only).

EJECT Switch

Cassette holder

NOTES:

● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still

open may cause damage to the LCD monitor

(models equipped with LCD monitor only).

● The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power

supply is attached.

● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the

cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the

cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the

slack.

● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that

allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes

have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover

the hole with adhesive tape.

● The cassette holder cannot be opened while the

camcorder is in the record mode.

Close Button

Turn to take

up slack.

Erase Protection tab

Gear

RECORDING Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed

below. If not, do so before continuing.

● Power (੬ pg. 6)

● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 13)

● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)

● Tape Length Setting (੬pg. 12)

● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 8)

Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder

During shooting

Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked

Power Switch

(models equipped with LCD monitor only). Press in

the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power

Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and

the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.

“PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.

Recording Start/Stop Button

25M I N

Tape remaining

time indicator

(Approximate)

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “

” appears

in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.

MIN

60MIN

59MIN

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

(Now calculating)

0MIN

(Blinking)

1MIN

(Blinking)

2MIN

(Blinking)

3MIN

BRIGHT Wheel (models equipped

with LCD monitor only)

Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor

(models equipped with LCD monitor only)

Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Press in the

tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power

Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The power lamp lights and

the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.

“PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.

90°

180°

Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best

viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

“

” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is

in progress.

– – – – – – – – – –

–

BR I GHT

NOTE:

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct

sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this

happens, use the viewfinder instead.

To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor

.... rotate BRIGHT until the bright level

indicator on the display moves and the

appropriate brightness is reached.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

Power Switch Position

: Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.

: Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.

OFF : Switches off the camcorder.

: Allows you to play back your recordings.

EN15

NOTES:

● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the

camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “ ” or “ ” to

turn the camcorder on again.

● If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during

recording), use the Retake function (੬ pg. 17) to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any

of it.

● To remove the indications from the camcorder’s display during recording, ੬pg. 22, 24.

Self-Recording

JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING (models

equipped with LCD monitor only)

SELF-RECORDING (models equipped with

LCD monitor only)

In some situations, different shooting angles may

provide more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in

the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the

most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90°

downward, 180° upward).

You can shoot yourself while viewing your own

image in the LCD monitor. Open the LCD monitor

and tilt it upward 180° so that it faces forward, then

point the lens toward yourself and start recording.

For other notes, ੬ pg. 45

RECORDING Basic Features

Zooming: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an

instantaneous change in image magnification.

Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered

by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.

Zoom In

Zoom in (T: Telephoto)

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.

Zoom Out

Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.

● The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the quicker

the zoom action.

Zoom out (W: Wide angle)

● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In

this case, set the zoom while in Record–Standby, lock

the focus by using the manual focus (੬ pg. 28), then

zoom in or out in Record mode.

● The zoom level indicator (5) moves during zoom.

Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the

zoom indicator bar, all magnification from that point is

through digital processing.

● When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may

suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM” to

“OFF” in SYSTEM MENU (੬ pg. 23).

● Digital zoom cannot be used when the “VIDEO

ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 21) is activated (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only).

RETAKE (2/3) Button

LIGHT OFF/AUTO/

ON Switch

(GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA

only)

5 SEC. REC Button

(GR-FXM170A/

FXM17A/FX120A/

FX12A only)

Power Zoom Lever

P. STABILIZER

Button

Picture Stabiliser: To compensate for unstable

images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high

magnification.

1) Press P. STABILIZER. “ ” appears.

2) To switch off the Picture Stabiliser, press

P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.

● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake

is excessive, or under the following conditions:

•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal

stripes.

•When shooting dark or dim subjects.

•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•When shooting scenes with movement in various

directions.

Display

Zoom indicator

bar

Zoom level

indicator

Approximate

zoom ratio

•When shooting scenes with low-contrast

backgrounds.

Picture Stabiliser indicator

● Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording with

the camcorder on a tripod.

● The “

” indicator appears blinking if the Stabiliser

cannot be used.

● This function cannot be activated during the

“Night-Scope” (੬ pg. 18), “CLASSIC FILM”,

“STROBE” and “VIDEO ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 21)

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA

only).

PAUSE

5 Sec. Rec mode indicator

(GR-FXM170A/FXM17A/FX120A/FX12A only)

EN17

5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)

(GR-FXM170A/FXM17A/FX120A/FX12A

only): To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing

quick scene transitions like those seen in TV

programmes.

Video Light

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only): To brighten the

scene when natural lighting is too dim.

1) Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:

OFF : Turns off the light.

1) Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the

camcorder senses insufficient lighting on

the subject.

: Always keeps the light on as long as the

camcorder is turned on.

● The video light can only be used with the

camcorder’s power on.

● It is recommended to set the white balance

2) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC.

“

5S” appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.

3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording

starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the

camcorder reenters the Record–Standby mode

automatically.

4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC.

REC again so that “

5S” disappears.

● Fade/Wipe (੬ pg. 19) cannot be activated by

(੬ pg. 29) to

when you use the video light.

● When not using the video light, turn it off to save

pressing 5SEC. REC.

battery power.

● Even if the battery indicator (

Quick Review: To check the end of the last

) does not blink

recording.

if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder

may turn off automatically when you turn on the

video light, or when you start recording with the

video light turned on.

1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby

mode.

2) Press

and release quickly.

Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and played

back automatically, then pauses in Record–

Standby mode for the next shot.

● Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This

is normal.

● When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:

•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video

light may keep turning on and off. In this case,

manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT

OFF/AUTO/ON.

•While the “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter”

mode (੬ pg. 20) is engaged, the light is likely

to stay on.

•While the “Twilight” mode (੬ pg. 20) is

engaged, the light will not activate.

Retake: To re-record certain segments.

1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby

mode.

2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start

point for new recording. Pressing

tape and pressing reverses it.

forwards the

3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start

recording.

● Noise bars appear and pictures may become

monochrome or darken during Retake. This is

normal.

DANGER

Ⅲ The video light can become extremely hot. Do

not touch it either while in operation or soon

after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may

result.

Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the carrying

case immediately after using the video light,

since it remains extremely hot for some time.

Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of about

30 cm between the video light and people or

objects.

Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive

materials.

Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your

nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video

light.

RECORDING Advanced Features

SNAPSHOT Button (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

Snapshot

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a

snapshot, or several of them in succession.

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

Press SNAPSHOT.

2 _{If you press during Record-Standby . . .}

.... a still image will be recorded for approx.

6 seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the

Record-Standby mode.

Power Switch

If you press during Recording . . .

NOTES:

.... a still image will be recorded for approx.

6 seconds, then the normal recording resumes.

● After SNAPSHOT is pressed, there is a

momentary camera shutter-type blackout

together with the sound effect of a shutter

closing, which is recorded together with the

image.

Night-Scope

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

● Snapshot is available during playback as

well. However, the shutter sound is not

heard.

Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they

would be under good natural lighting. Although the

recorded image is not grainy, it may look as if it is strobing

due to the slow shutter speed.

NIGHT-SCOPE Button (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.

Press NIGHT-SCOPE repeatedly until the desired

mode’s name and indication appear.

They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the

name disappears so that only the indication remains.

The mode is activated.

To cancel the effect, press NIGHT-SCOPE repeatedly

until “OFF” appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx.

2 seconds.

A NIGHT AUTO

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted

(maximum 1/5 sec.).

Power Switch

1 NIGHT 10X*

NOTES:

The shutter speed is set to 1/5th of a second to provide 10

times the sensitivity.

● During Night-Scope, the following functions

or settings cannot be activated:

•“Picture Stabiliser” (੬pg. 16), “Program

AE With Special Effects” (੬pg. 20) and

“Digital Effects” (੬pg. 21).

•“GAIN” or “S.LX” in CAMERA MENU

(੬pg. 23).

2 NIGHT 50X*

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A only)

The shutter speed is set to 1 second to provide 50 times

the sensitivity.

● Night-Scope does not work when LIGHT

OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO” or “ON”

(੬ pg. 17).

● During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to

bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent

this, use of a tripod is recommended.

2 NIGHT 25X*

(GR-SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

The shutter speed is set to half of a second to provide

25 times the sensitivity.

*Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.

EN19

FADE/WIPE Button

Fade/Wipe Effects

These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.

Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or

wipe-out works at recording end.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Press FADE/WIPE repeatedly until the desired mode’s

name and indication appear.

They are displayed for approx

name disappears so that only the indication remains.

The effect is reserved.

. 2 seconds, then the

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-

in/out or wipe-in/out.

To cancel a fade or wipe, press FADE/WIPE

repeatedly until “OFF” appears.

“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the

fade/wipe standby mode is cancelled.

Power Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

FADER

Fades in/out to a black screen.

MOSAIC (Fader)

Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic

pattern.

SHUTTER (Wipe)

A black screen moves in from the top and bottom, closing

over the image like a shutter, or a new image pushes open

the black screen vertically from the centre.

SLIDE (Wipe)

A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover

the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.

DOOR (Wipe)

Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the

left and right, revealing the scene, or wipes out and the

black screen reappears from left and right to cover the

scene.

CORNER (Wipe)

Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the

lower left corner, revealing the scene, or wipes out from

lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.

NOTE:

Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop

Button allows you to vary the length for the

image during fade in/out or wipe in/out.

WINDOW (Wipe)

Wipes in on a black screen from the centre of the screen

towards the corners, revealing the scene, or wipe out from

the corners to the centre, leaving a black screen.

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

P.AE Button

Program AE With Special Effects

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name

and indication appear.

They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the

name disappears so that only the indication remains.

The mode is activated.

To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until “OFF”

appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.

Power Switch

SPORTS

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action.

ND : ND EFFECT

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND filter is

used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on the subject.

FG : FOG

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an external

fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the image and

gives it a “fantasy” look.

NOTES:

● Only one mode can be engaged at a time.

● The screen becomes slightly dark in the High

Speed Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situa-

tions.

TWILIGHT

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more natural

and dramatic. The following happens when Twilight

mode is selected:

•Auto gain control is turned off.

•White Balance is set to “

also be manually changed to another mode (੬ pg. 29).

•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of

10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-camera

distance is less than 10 m, use manual focusing

(੬ pg. 28).

● In the “High Speed Shutter” or “Sports”

modes, picture colour may be adversely

affected if the subject is lit by alternating

discharge-type light sources such as

flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.

● This function cannot be activated during

Night-Scope (੬ pg. 18) (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only).

● The “FOG” mode cannot be used when the

“VIDEO ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 21) is

activated (GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only).

:FINE” (day mode), but can

S1/2000

(1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.

EN21

DIGIFECT Button

Digital Effects

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s

name and indication appear.

They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the

name disappears so that only the indication remains.

The mode is activated.

To cancel the effect, press DIGIFECT repeatedly until

“OFF” appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx.

2 seconds.

Power Switch

SEPIA

Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos.

Combine this with the WIDE mode (੬ pg. 22, 23) for a

classic look.

MONOTONE

Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W.

Combine this with the WIDE mode (੬ pg. 22, 23) for a

classic look.

NEGA POSI

NOTES:

The colours of a picture are reversed.

● Digital Effects can be changed during

recording or during Record-Standby.

● Digital zoom (੬pg. 16) cannot be used

when the “VIDEO ECHO” mode is activated

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only).

● This function cannot be activated during

Night-Scope (੬ pg. 18) (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only).

● Picture Stabiliser (੬pg. 16) cannot be

activated during the “CLASSIC FILM”,

“STROBE” and “VIDEO ECHO” mode

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only).

MOSAIC

Turns recorded scenes into a mosaic pattern.

STRETCH

Doubles the width of the picture horizontally.

CLASSIC FILM*

Makes your footage look like a classic movie by

shooting in black and white, with a strobing effect, and

black bars added at the top and bottom.

STROBE*

Your recording looks like a series of consecutive

snapshots.

VIDEO ECHO*

Adds a “ghost” to the subject, giving your recording a

“fantasy” feeling. Zoom magnification of over 10X is not

available.

*GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only.

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment

This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,

on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more

detailed camcorder settings.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

MENU Wheel

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Power Switch

Rotate MENU to select the desired function.

•To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU,

rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it. SYSTEM MENU is composed of 2 pages. To

go to the next page, rotate MENU to select

Display

CAMERA MENU

TO SYSTEM MENU

Menu Screen

ᮣ

FOCUS

EXPOSURE

AUTO

“

NEXT” and press it.

•To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of

SYSTEM MENU, rotate MENU to select “ TO

CAMERA MENU” and press it.

SYSTEM MENU

ᮣ

REC MODE

D. ZOOM

WI DE

Press MENU to display the Setting Menu and rotate it

to select the desired setting.

OFF

–

VHS

TAPE LENGTH

D I SPLAY

If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .

FULL

.... Press MENU. The number blinks. Rotate MENU

until the desired number appears, and press it.

Then rotate MENU to “EXIT”.

ᮣ

RETURN

Press MENU. The Menu Screen reappears with the

REC MODE

highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

Setting Menu

(ex. REC MODE)

Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.

EX I T

SYSTEM MENU

ᮣ

REC MODE

D. ZOOM

WI DE

OFF

–

VHS

TAPE LENGTH

D I SPLAY

FULL

ᮣ

RETURN

Normal Screen

EN23

MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS

CAMERA MENU

Refer to “Focusing” (੬ pg. 28).

FOCUS

Refer to “Exposure Control” (੬ pg. 27).

EXPOSURE

M.W.B.

Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”

(੬ pg. 29).

GAIN

(GR-SXM27EA/

SX22EA only)

NORMAL

To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more

convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the

subject becomes slightly dark.

OFF

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

adjustment.

MAX

To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, when it is more

convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the

picture becomes slightly coarse.

S.LX

(GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/

FXM170A/

FXM17A/

FX220A/

FX120A/

FX12A only)

NORMAL

OFF

To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more

convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the

subject becomes slightly dark.

Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness

adjustment.

TITLE

Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (੬pg. 25).

Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor

(੬ pg. 25).

DATE/TIME

DISP.

SYSTEM MENU

This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.

Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your preference

REC MODE

D. ZOOM

(੬ pg. 12).

50X

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and

magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical

zoom limit), to a maximum of 50X digital magnification.

400X*/600X**

Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and

magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical

zoom limit), to a maximum of 400X*/600X** digital magnification.

OFF

Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum

16x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during

Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 16X.

WIDE

OFF

Does not display black bars.

Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen

to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen” effect. If a snapshot

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only,

੬pg. 18) is taken while the camcorder is in the WIDE mode,

the snapshot image is recorded without the black bars at the top

and bottom of the screen.

* GR-SXM27EA/SX22EA only.

** GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FXM170A/FXM17A/FX220A/FX120A/FX12A only.

: Factory-preset

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

SYSTEM MENU (cont.)

S-VHS*

Records in S-VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (੬ pg. 10).

(S-VHS ET*)

(GR-SXM470A/

SXM27EA/

SX22EA only)

OFF

Records in VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (੬ pg. 10).

TAPE LENGTH

DISPLAY

Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 12).

FULL

Make all of the indications appear on the LCD monitor**/

viewfinder during playback or recording.

SIMPLE

Make the following indications disappear from the LCD

monitor**/viewfinder during recording or playback: cassette

warning, tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power

indicator and tape length indicator (੬ pg. 50, 51)

Refer to “Animation” and “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 26).

REC TIME

INT. TIME

Refer to “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 26).

TELE MACRO

Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus

OFF

depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance of

more than 1 m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the

maximum telephoto setting. When set to “ON”, you can shoot a

subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.

•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

TITLE LANG.

Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, CHINESE, ARABIC or RUSSIAN) of

Instant Titles (੬ pg. 25).

DATE/TIME

JLIP ID NO.

Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 9).

This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer

using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.

DEMO MODE

Demonstrates certain functions automatically. When “DEMO

MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, the

demonstration starts.

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.

NOTE:

When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that

allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is

not available.

OFF

Automatic demonstration will not take place.

* S-VHS ET is displayed when a VHS cassette is loaded, and S-VHS is displayed when an S-VHS cassette is

loaded (੬ pg. 10). If a cassette is not loaded, “S-VHS” will be displayed in the Menu Screen.

S-VHS ET is preset to “OFF”.

** Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

: Factory-preset

EN25

Date/Time Insert

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Allows you to display the date and time in the

camcorder or on a connected colour monitor,

as well as to record them manually or

automatically.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

You should have already performed the Date/

Time Setting procedure (੬pg. 9).

Rotate MENU to select “DATE/TIME DISP.” and press

it. The DATE/TIME DISP. Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to select the desired mode, then press

it. The desired mode is activated.

The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“

RETURN”. Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

MENU Wheel

NOTES:

DISPLAY

● The selected display can be recorded.

● If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF

mode before shooting.

Power Switch

AUTO DATE

● Your camcorder automatically records the date for about

5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following

situations:

25. 12. 01

•After changing the date.

AUTO DATE

•After loading a cassette.

•After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating

MENU.

● In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with

“AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.

25. 12. 01

(DATE)

22 : 25 : 00

(TIME)

25. 12. 01

22 : 25 : 00

(DATE/TIME)

No indication

(OFF)

Instant Titles

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

The camcorder has eight preset titles in

memory. You can superimpose one of them

over the video image.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Instant Titles can be displayed not only in

English but also in Chinese, Arabic and Russian.

Change the setting in TITLE LANG. in SYSTEM

MENU (੬ pg. 24).

Rotate MENU to select “TITLE” and press it. The

TITLE Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to select the desired mode, then press

it. The desired mode is activated.

T I TLE

OFF

HAPPY B I RTHDAY

HAPPY HOL I DAYS

OUR FAM I LY

MOV I E STAR

PARTY T I ME

MERRY CHR I STMAS

WEDD I NG DAY

CONGRATULAT I ONS

EX I T

The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“

RETURN”. Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.

NOTE:

The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the

TITLE Menu.

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

NOTE:

Animation

Before performing the following steps, make

sure that:

You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different,

of the same object for a brief period of time.

● The Power Switch is set to “ ”.

● The camcorder is in the Record-Standby

mode.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

● The recording mode is set to “SP”.

Rotate MENU to select “ TO SYSTEM MENU” and

press it to display SYSTEM MENU. Rotate MENU to

select “ NEXT” and press it to display the next page.

Then, rotate MENU to select “REC TIME” and press it.

The REC TIME Menu appears. Rotate MENU to select

the desired recording time, then press it.

The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

”

RETURN”. Press MENU again to close the Menu

MENU Wheel

Screen.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after focusing

on the subject. The recording stops automatically

after the selected period of time.

Recording Start/Stop Button

Display

•Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures.

To release the Animation mode, set “REC TIME” in

the Menu screen to “OFF”.

REC T I ME

REC TIME Menu

OFF

Time-Lapse

You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving

the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record

subtle changes over an extended period of time.

I NT. T I ME

INT. TIME Menu

OFF

M I N

Set “REC TIME” (੬step 1 and 2 of “Animation”

above).

Rotate MENU to select “INT. TIME” and press it. The

INT. TIME Menu appears. Rotate MENU to select the

desired interval time, then press it. The Menu Screen

reappears with the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

Press MENU again to close the Menu Screen.

Interval time

indicator

Recording time

indicator

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and

intervals alternate automatically.

To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “

displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to

display “ ”, then set “REC TIME” and

“INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.

” is not

NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse):

● For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.

● Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.

● Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation

or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.

● Animation and Time-Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected.

EN27

Exposure Control

This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best

available picture quality, but you can override it and make

the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is

recommended in the following situations:

•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the

background is too bright.

MENU Wheel

•When shooting on a reflective natural background such

as at the beach or when skiing.

•When the background is overly dark or the subject light.

Power Switch

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Manual Exposure

Screen

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Rotate MENU to select “EXPOSURE” and press it. The

EXPOSURE Menu appears.

Exposure

control

level counter

Rotate MENU to select “MANU”, then press it. The

Menu Screen disappears and “00” (exposure control

level counter) appears.

To brighten the image

To brighten the image, rotate MENU downward. The

exposure control level counter increases (maximum

+06).

To darken the image, rotate MENU upward. The

exposure control level counter decreases (maximum

–06).

–06

Press MENU. The setting is complete. The Menu

To darken the image

Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“

RETURN”.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen disappears and the

exposure control level counter reappears to indicate

the exposure is adjusted.

NOTES:

● To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 4.

● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.

RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)

Focus detection zone

Focusing

AUTO FOCUS

The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous

shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct

focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below

(in these cases use manual focusing):

•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.

•When illumination is low.*

•When the subject has no contrast (difference in bright-

ness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or a

clear, blue sky.*

•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*

•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical

patterns that are regularly repeated.

•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light

reflecting off the surface of a body of water.

•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.

NOTES:

● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate

focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean,

wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets

dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with

a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.

● When shooting a subject close to the lens,

zoom out first (੬ pg. 16). If zoomed in in

the auto focus mode, the camcorder could

automatically zoom out depending on the

distance between the camcorder and the

subject. This does not occur with “TELE

MACRO” (੬ pg. 24).

* The low-contrast warning “

” appears.

MANUAL FOCUS

Make the necessary viewfinder adjustments to use the

viewfinder (੬ pg. 8).

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

MENU Wheel

Rotate MENU to select “FOCUS” and press it. The

FOCUS Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to select “MANU”, then press it. The

Menu Screen disappears and “ ” and “ ” appear.

The focus is locked at this point.

Power Switch

To focus on a farther subject, rotate MENU upward.

“

” appears and blinks.

To focus on a nearer subject, rotate MENU

downward. “ ” appears and blinks.

Press MENU. The setting is complete. The Menu

Screen reappears with the highlight bar on

“

RETURN”.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen disappears and

” reappears to indicate the focus is locked.

“

NOTES:

● To return to Auto Focus, select “AUTO” in step 4.

● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 2.

● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you

focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when

zoomed in because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.

● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.

EN29

Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under

various types of lighting.

White Balance Adjustment

Manual White Balance Operation

A term that refers to the correctness of colour

reproduction under various lighting. If the white

balance is correct, all other colors will be accurately

reproduced.

Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance

adjustment, and select “MWB”.

The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.

However, more advanced camcorder operators

control this function manually to achieve a more

professional colour/tint reproduction.

Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the

subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that

the white paper fills the screen.

Set the Power Switch to “ ”.

Press MENU until “MWB” begins blinking.

When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops

blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with

the highlight bar on “ RETURN”.

Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Press MENU again to close the Menu Screen.

Rotate MENU to select “M.W.B.”, then press it.

The M.W.B. Menu appears.

Rotate MENU to select the desired setting.

4 _“AUTO”

MENU Wheel

White balance is adjusted automatically (factory

preset).

“

: FINE”

Outdoors on a sunny day.

“

: CLOUD”

Outdoors on a cloudy day.

: HALOGEN”

“

White paper

A video light or similar type of lighting is used.

“MWB”

White balance is set manually.

Power Switch

Press MENU. The Menu Screen reappears with

the highlight bar on “ RETURN”. Press MENU

again to close the Menu Screen.

To Change The Tint For Recording . . .

.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white.

The white balance is adjusted based on the

colour, changing the tint. Red paper = deeper

green; blue paper = orange; yellow paper =

deeper purple.

To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .

.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or set the Power

Switch to “ ”.

NOTE:

White balance cannot be used when the “SEPIA” or

“MONOTONE” mode (੬ pg. 21) is activated.

NOTES:

● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white

paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually

(੬ pg. 28).

● A subject can be shot under various types of

lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,

candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature

is different depending on the light source, the

subject tint will differ depending on the white

balance settings. Use this function for a more

natural result.

● Once you adjust white balance manually, the

setting is retained even if the power is turned off or

the battery removed.

PLAYBACK Basic Playback

Load a tape (੬ pg. 13).

Set the Power Switch to “

To start playback, press ⁴/6.

•To stop playback, press 5.

”.

Stop (5) Button

•Press

to rewind, or

to fast-forward the tape

Rewind (2) Button

during Stop mode.

Play/Pause (⁴/6) Button

NOTES:

Fast-Forward (3) Button

BRIGHT* Wheel

● The camcorder shuts off automatically after about

5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power

Switch to “OFF”, then to “

● When the Power Switch is set to “

”.

” and the LCD

monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the

LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches

off automatically to save power (models equipped with

LCD monitor only).

Power Zoom

Lever (VOL.*)

● The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder

(with the LCD monitor* shut), on the LCD monitor* or

on a connected TV (੬ pg. 32, 33).

*Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD

monitor with it flipped over and retracted (models

equipped with LCD monitor only).

Speaker*

”.

Set to “

● If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen

may become black. This is not a malfunction.

* Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment (models equipped with LCD monitor only):

Rotate BRIGHT towards “+” to brighten, or towards “–” to darken.

● The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images recorded in

Wide Mode (੬ pg. 23).

Speaker Volume Control (models equipped with LCD monitor only): Slide the Power

Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards “+” to turn up the volume, or towards “–” to turn down the volume.

● The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images

recorded in Wide Mode (੬ pg. 23).

Still Playback: Pauses during playback.

1) Press 4/6 during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.

● Noise bars will appear and the picture will become monochrome during Still Playback.

● If TBC (੬ pg. 31) is engaged, noise bars will not appear. This mode is called Fine Still (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only).

Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.

1) Press

for forward or

for reverse search during playback.

2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.

● During playback, press and hold or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you

release it, normal playback resumes.

● Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This is normal.

PLAYBACK Features

EN31

Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen

COUNTER R/M Button

during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking.

To activate Manual Tracking:

1) Press TRACKING for approx. 2 seconds. “MT” appears.

2) Rotate TRACKING so that the noise bars disappear.

● To return to Auto Tracking, press TRACKING for approx.

2 seconds or set the Power Switch to “OFF” and then

Stop (5) Button

”

” again. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes,

Rewind (²) Button

the indication disappears.

● When noise bars appear during playback, the

camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is

displayed.

● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on

other VCRs or camcorders.

Play/Pause (⁴/6) Button

Fast-Forward (3) Button

TRACKING

Wheel

TBC (Time Base Corrector): Removes jitter from

fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even

with old tapes. Factory-preset: TBC is engaged.

To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC during

playback for more than 1 second. When the TBC mode is

activated, “TBC” is displayed.

TBC Button

Counter Memory Function: Makes it easier to

locate a specific tape segment.

1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1 second.

The counter resets to “0:00:00”.

Set to “

”.

2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second.

“M” appears.

3) After recording or playback, press 5, then 2. The tape

automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.

4) Press 4/6 to start playback.

● The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and

Rewind modes.

● To disable the Counter Memory Function, press

COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second so that “M”

disappears.

Playback Special Effects (CLASSIC FILM,

MONOTONE, SEPIA, STROBE and VIDEO

ECHO, ੬ pg. 21) (GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/

FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only): Allows you to

add creative effects to the playback image.

1) Activate the TBC mode and Auto Tracking.

2) Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s

name and indication appear. They are displayed for

approx. 2 seconds, then the name disappears so that

only the indication remains. The mode is activated.

3) To cancel the effect, select “OFF” in step 2.

● Playback Special Effects do not work during shuttle

search.

● The selected effect mode cannot be changed during still

playback.

For other notes, ੬ pg. 45

PLAYBACK Connections And Tape Dubbing

These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV

instruction manuals.

A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

Use the provided A/V cable and S-Video cable.

To TV or VCR

To S-Video

Output

S-Video cable

(provided)

To S-Video Input

White to

Audio Input

White to

Audio Output

A/V cable

(provided)

VCR

Yellow: not

connected

Yellow: not

connected

Connector cover*

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors

Use the provided A/V cable.

To TV or VCR

White to Audio

Input

White to

Audio Output

A/V cable

(provided)

VCR

Yellow to Video

Input

Yellow to

Video Output

Connector cover*

* When connecting the cables, open this cover.

EN33

Basic Connections

Tape Dubbing

Make sure all units are turned off.

Following the illustration on pg. 32, connect the

camcorder and the VCR.

Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as

Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “

turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the

”,

shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 32).

If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.

If not . . . go to step 4.

appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the

VCR.

Connect the VCR output to the TV input,

Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause

referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.

modes.

Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.

Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a

spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is

reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.

Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the

TV to its VIDEO mode.

Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the

VCR’s Record mode.

NOTES:

Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

4/6 on the camcorder.

● It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the

power supply instead of the battery pack

(੬ pg. 7).

Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,

then stop the VCR and camcorder when

finished.

● If your VCR has an S-Video input connector,

connect the camcorder and the VCR using the

provided S-Video cable. This can improve the

dubbed picture quality (GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only).

● To monitor the picture and sound from the

camcorder without inserting a tape, set the

camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”, then

set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its

minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound

when the camcorder is turned on.

● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially

shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the

TV as interference will occur in the camcorder

playback picture.

PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter

Cassette Adapter

(provided with GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FXM170A/FX220A/

FX120A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only)

Use this to play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette

recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully

compatible with any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder.

The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically

performs tape loading and unloading.

Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one

“AA (R6)” size battery as shown, then reattach the

cover.

VCR

Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment

door, then insert the cassette and close the compart-

ment door.

Compartment door

Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the

tape back as you would any other.

Slide the latch and the compartment door opens

automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do

not attempt to force the adapter open. Then, insert

your finger in the hole on the underside of the

adapter as shown in the illustration at left, and push

up and remove the cassette.

NOTES:

●During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the

reels for safety and tape protection.

Sliding latch

●Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be

played back on a regular VHS VCR. Playback is possible

with a VCR equipped with the S-VHS function

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/SX22EA only).

●During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame,

etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear

on the screen.

Compact video cassette

Reels

●To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the

adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with

adhesive tape.

Recording safety hole

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM470A only)

EN35

The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic

operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR.

(

)

Functions

Buttons

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to “ ” or “ ”.

With the camcorder’s Power

Switch set to “ ”.

1 Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal.

2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons

3 DISPLAY Button*

4 SHIFT Button

Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 16)

Zoom in/out (੬pg. 37)

—

੬ pg. 37, 40

5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons*

—

Left/Right Buttons

੬ pg. 37

6 REW Button

—

Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search

(੬ pg. 30)

7 FADE/WIPE Button*

8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button*

9 EFFECT Button*

—

0 PAUSE IN Connector

! START/STOP Button

@ MBR SET Button

—

੬ pg. 41

Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.

੬ pg. 40

Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.

—

# SNAPSHOT Button

$ Up Button

—

੬ pg. 37

% Down Button

—

੬ pg. 37

੬ pg. 39

A. DUB Button

^ PLAY Button

—

Playback start (੬ pg. 30)

& FF Button

Forward, Forward Shuttle Search

(੬ pg. 30)

* STOP Button

—

Stop (੬ pg. 30)

Pause (੬ pg. 30)

੬ pg. 42

( PAUSE Button

) R.A.EDIT Buttons

*This function is unavailable with this camcorder.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM470A only) (cont.)

Installing The Batteries

The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size batteries.

See “General Battery Precautions” (੬pg. 52).

Tab

Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated.

Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the correct

direction.

Replace the battery compartment cover.

–

Remote sensor

When using the remote control, be sure to point it

at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the

approximate transmitted beam effective area for

indoor use.

The transmitted beam may not be effective or may

cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the

remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or

powerful lighting.

Transmitted beam

effective area

EN37

To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time

during playback.

Remote sensor

Playback Zoom

NOTES:

● Use the remote control unit to perform this procedure.

● Make sure that the TBC mode is activated (੬ pg. 31).

Press PLAY to find the scene of interest.

Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control.

Make sure the remote control is pointed at the

camcorder’s remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.

To move the image on screen around to find a particular

portion of the picture . . .

Zoom Buttons

Up Button

.... while holding down SHIFT, press

(Left),

(Right),

SHIFT

Left Button

Down

Button

(Up) and

(Down).

To End Zoom . . .

Right Button

PLAY

.... press and hold W until magnification returns to

PAUSE

STOP

normal. Or, press STOP and then press PLAY.

NOTES:

● Zoom can also be used during still playback.

● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image

may suffer.

● After zooming in on a still video image, when normal

playback is started, the zoomed-in effect is momentarily

cancelled but then resumes, returning magnification to

the previously set level.

Normal playback

Press T

To move image,

press

(Right)

while keeping

SHIFT held down.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM470A only) (cont.)

COUNTER R/M Button

Insert Editing

You can record a new scene onto a previously recorded

tape, replacing a section of the original recording with

minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The

original audio remains unchanged.

NOTE:

Use the remote control unit to perform this procedure.

Set the Power Switch to “

”.

Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and

press PAUSE (6).

Press and hold COUNTER R/M on the camcorder for

more than 1 second to reset the tape counter, then

press it again for less than 1 second so that “M”

appears.

Power Switch

Display

Press REW (2) to go a little beyond the beginning of

the scene you want to replace, press PLAY (4) to

view the recorded tape, and press PAUSE (6) exactly

at the Edit-In point where the new scene should start.

Insert editing

indicator

Press and hold INSERT (w), and without releasing

INSERT (w), press and release PAUSE (6). The Insert

Editing indicator appears and the Insert Editing mode

is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed

at appears on the screen, go to the next step.

–

Tape Counter

12 34

To begin Insert Editing, press START/STOP. When the

counter reaches “0:00:00”, editing stops automati-

cally and the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause

mode.

Remote sensor

To end Insert Editing, press STOP (5).

NOTES:

● During Insert Editing, the original audio will be heard

from the speaker.

● After step 5, Retake (੬ pg. 17) can be performed.

● The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated

end point, and noise bars may appear. Neither indicates

a defect in the unit.

● Only the video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing

mode.

START/STOP

INSERT

REW

A.DUB

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

EN39

Display

Audio Dubbing

Audio dubbing

indicator

You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape.

The existing original sound is erased and replaced by the

sound from the built-in microphone.

–

05 20

Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure

(੬ pg. 38) before continuing.

During Audio

Dubbing

NOTE:

Use the remote control unit to perform the following

procedures.

Press REW (2) to go a little beyond the beginning of

Remote sensor

the scene onto which you want to dub the new

audio, press PLAY (4) to view the recorded tape, then

press PAUSE (6) at exactly the point where dubbing

should start.

Press and hold A. DUB (e), and without releasing

A. DUB (e), press and release PAUSE (6). The Audio

Dub-Standby mode is engaged.

To begin Audio Dubbing, press PLAY (4). When the

counter reaches “0:00:00”, Audio Dubbing stops

automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio

Dub-Standby mode.

Microphone

To end Audio Dubbing, press STOP (5).

START/STOP

INSERT

REW

NOTES:

A.DUB

PAUSE

● Do not press FF (3) or REW (2) during Audio Dub-

Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate.

● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s

volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.

PLAY

STOP

NOTES

(for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing):

● Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing may not work

correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the

recording speed was changed during the original

recording.

● To edit/dub onto a tape, make sure the Erase Protection

tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide

the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab

has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

● Do not press STOP (5) during Insert Editing or Audio

Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.

● During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert-

Pause or Audio Dub-Standby is engaged, the counter

may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however,

stops at exactly 0:00:00.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM470A only) (cont.)

Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]

Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as

the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for

VCR (Recording deck)

automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is

more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand

Remote, ੬pg. 35) is set to operate with your brand

of VCR (see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be

performed by operating the VCR manually.

Before operation, make sure the batteries are

installed in the remote control (੬ pg. 36).

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE

SHIFT

MBR SET

Turn off the power to the VCR and point the

remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,

referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left,

press and hold MBR SET, and press button (A)

and then (B).

•The code is automatically set once you release

MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.

Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while

holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote

for the desired function. The functions the

remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF,

REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to

press SHIFT for this one).

8 9 `

VCR CODE LIST

You are now ready to try Random Assemble

Editing.

VCR BRAND

NAME

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

VCR BRAND

NAME

BUTTONS

(A) (B)

AKAI

2ꢀ

4ꢀ

PHILIPS

9ꢀ

5ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

2ꢀ

3ꢀ

2ꢀ

6ꢀ

1ꢀ

5ꢀ

`ꢀ

9ꢀ

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

7ꢀ

IMPORTANT

Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and

those of many other makers, it may not work with

yours or may offer limited functions.

BLAUPUNKT

FERGUSON

7ꢀ

8ꢀ

NOTES:

● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try

another code from the VCR CODE LIST.

● Some brands of VCR do not come on automati-

cally. In this case, turn the power on manually and

try step 2.

GRUNDIG

HITACHI

4ꢀ

ꢀ

SANYO

6ꢀ

● If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,

use the controls on the VCR.

● When the remote control’s battery runs out, the

VCR brand you have set will be erased.

In that case, replace the old battery with a new one

and reset the VCR brand.

SELECO,

REX

JVC

1ꢀ

6ꢀ

SHARP

SONY

MITSUBISHI

7ꢀ

NEC

7ꢀ

ꢀ

THOMSON,

TELEFUNKEN,

SABA,

PANASONIC

3ꢀ

7ꢀ

1ꢀ

4ꢀ

NORDMENDE

TOSHIBA

9ꢀ

EN41

MAKE CONNECTIONS

JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL

Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE

terminal.

JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE

PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH

R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR

Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT

connector.

J terminal

(JLIP)

Open

the cover.

VCR OTHER THAN TYPE

To S-Video

Output

connector

To Video Output

and Audio Output

connectors

Connect the editing cable to the remote control’s

PAUSE-IN connector.

Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the

Power Switch to “

”.

Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and

engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s

instructions).

S-Video

cable

(provided)

A/V cable

(provided)

Editing cable

(ø3.5 mini-

plug cable)

(provided)

NOTE:

If your VCR has an S-Video input connector, connect the

camcorder and the VCR using the provided S-Video cable.

This can improve the dubbed picture quality.

To Audio, Video

and S-Video Input

connectors

To Remote

PAUSE

VCR

To PAUSE-IN

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM470A only) (cont.)

SELECT SCENES

Remote sensor

Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor. Press PLAY (4), then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF

on the remote control. The R.A. Edit counter display

appears.

Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the beginning of

the scene you want, then press EDIT IN/OUT to

the display.

Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the end of the

scene and press EDIT IN/OUT to register it.

•The data appears under “OUT” on the display.

•The total time of the registered scene(s) is displayed

at the bottom of the screen.

Power Switch

Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional scene

PLAY

(as many as 8).

REW

To make corrections, press CANCEL during steps 5

and 6 to erase the most recently registered point.

EDIT IN/OUT

CANCEL

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

NOTES:

● There must be at least one second between an in-point

and its corresponding out-point.

● To ensure correct operation, there should be at least

15 seconds between an out-point and the next in-point.

● Blank portions of a tape cannot be registered as in-points

or out-points.

● If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point,

the VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing

does not take place.

I N

OUT

– – : – – : – –

00 25

COUNTER

TOTAL

00 25

● Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF clears all in- and out-points

from memory.

00 00

● Leave a small margin for error around each in-point to

ensure the scene is recorded in its entirety.

● Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered

in- and out-points.

I N

OUT

00 25

01 05

03 18

03 31

02 33

02 53

– – : – – : – –

04 11

COUNTER

TOTAL

04 11

01 13

EN43

AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR

Original tape (camcorder)

Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of

OUT

IN OUT

OUT

the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).

Point the remote control towards the VCR’s infrared

sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually

engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button on the

camcorder to begin Automatic Editing, and the

previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in

the specified order.

Edited tape (VCR)

While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene

which is being copied is shown with a blinking

highlight.

•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does

not start editing.

STOP (5) Button

REW (²) Button

When all selected scenes have been copied, the

camcorder and VCR enter the Still or Pause mode.

Press STOP (5) on both units. To make the R.A. Edit

counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.

•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the

editing cable and the A/V cable.

PAUSE (6) Button

NOTES:

● If you performed step 1 on page 41 (“MAKE

CONNECTIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at

the VCR during editing.

● The on-screen display only appears while the camcorder

searches for each scene.

● There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited

tape with certain VCRs.

Power Switch

Recording Start/Stop Button

Remote Sensor

STOP

PAUSE

R.A.EDIT

ON/OFF

VCR REC STBY

DETAILS

I T E M S

N O T E S

❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and

35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If

the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete.

❍ Power

(੬ pg. 6)

❍ Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.

❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the

status of the battery pack.

❍ To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Adapter

near a radio.

❍ Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes

warm during use. Be sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.

❍ The following operation stops charging or discharging:

•Set the Power Switch to “

”, “ ” or “ ”.

•Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.

•Unplug the AC Adapter’s power cord from the AC outlet.

•Detach the battery from the camcorder.

❍ The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the built-in clock

battery runs out. Consult an authorised JVC dealer for replacement,

or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting.

❍ Date/Time

Settings

(੬ pg. 9)

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I T E M S

N O T E S

❍ When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the LCD

❍ Recording

monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD

monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically

to save power (models equipped with LCD monitor only).

(੬ pg. 14, 15)

❍ The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is

attached.

❍ There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the cassette holder

opens. Do not use force.

❍ The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the

accuracy of the calculation, may vary according to the type of tape

used.

❍ The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape

length has been selected (੬ pg. 12).

❍ “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power

goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes.

“TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at

its end is loaded.

❍ If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-

Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes, recording may not

start immediately.

❍ While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker (models

equipped with LCD monitor only).

❍ The “TBC” indicator turns green (grey with a camcorder equipped

❍ TBC

with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is working.

(Time Base

Corrector)

(੬ pg. 31)

❍ TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle search.

❍ The “TBC” indicator turns white while TBC is not operative.

❍ It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working.

❍ The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is activated or

deactivated at the edit-in/-out points or when normal playback

resumes after still playback or shuttle search.

❍ If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on, turn off

TBC.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,

etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery

pack, AC Adapter, etc.); and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

POWER

No power is supplied.

● The battery pack has not been attached correctly (੬ pg. 6).

● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 6).

● The power supply has not been correctly connected

(੬ pg. 6, 7).

The power suddenly goes off and

does not come back on by itself.

● The battery pack has completely discharged.

● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then

after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still

does not come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that

allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have

removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the

hole with adhesive tape (੬pg. 13).

Recording does not start.

● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “ ” or

“

” (੬ pg. 14).

Animation or Time-Lapse is not

available.

● Before recording in the Animation mode at the very

beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording

mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly.

Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to

begin an animated programme (੬ pg. 26).

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there is no

playback picture.

● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.

● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has

not been set to VIDEO.

Playback picture is blurred or

interrupted.

● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest

JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

The counter indication is blurred

during Still playback.

● This is normal.

TAPE TRANSPORT

The tape stops during fast-forward or

rewind.

● The Counter Memory Function has been activated

(੬ pg. 31).

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot

be performed.

● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

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SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

OTHER

During recording, the indications do

not appear.

● Set “DISPLAY” to “FULL” in SYSTEM MENU (੬ pg. 24).

The tape will not eject.

● The battery pack is running low.

● If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees, the EJECT

Switch does not function.

Some functions are not available.

● The Power Switch is set to “ ”.

● Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible

to use.

Vertical white lines appear when

shooting a very bright object.

● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the

background and the object is great. It is not a defect of the

camcorder.

Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in

the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.

● Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of

the camcorder.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.

● The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be

hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power

Switch to “OFF”, and let the unit cool down.

Coloured bright spots appear all over

the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

● The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-

precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots

of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the

LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. These spots are not

recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the

unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)

The indicators and the picture colour

on the LCD monitor are not clear.

● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD

monitor is pressed.

The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and

the lens have become dirty

(ex. fingerprints).

● Wipe them gently with a soft cloth. Gently wipe in a

semicircular motion, as wiping strongly spreads the stain

and it won’t come out easily.

An error number (i.e. E03) appears.

● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power

source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again.

If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult

your nearest JVC dealer.

The image is out of focus.

● The dioptre needs to be adjusted (੬pg. 8).

● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of

Auto Focus (੬pg. 28).

The date and time displays

disappear.

● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while

the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make

sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting

the power source.

The wrong date and time are

displayed/recorded.

● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 9), the

date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure

that Date/Time setting is carried out.

Even though the lens cap is detached,

the “LENS CAP” warning indicator

(੬pg. 51) blinks.

● The “LENS CAP” warning indicator may blink when the

camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of whether the

lens cap is attached or detached.

INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators

y u

6 7 8 9 0 !

)

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Controls

Connectors

1 Video Light Switch [LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

The connectors q to t are located beneath the

cover.

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)....................... ੬pg. 17

q S-Video Output Connector [S]

2 Stop Button [STOP] .............................. ੬pg. 30

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only) ....................................... ੬ pg. 32

3 •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... ੬pg. 17

•Quick Review Button [

R] ............ ੬pg. 17

w Audio Output Connector [A] ................ ੬ pg. 32

e Video Output Connector [V] ................ ੬ pg. 32

r J Terminal/Edit Connector

•Rewind Button [R]............................. ੬pg. 30

4 Play/Pause Button ................................ ੬pg. 30

5 •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... ੬pg. 17

[JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)/EDIT]

•Connect the editing cable when performing

Random Assemble Editing (੬pg. 40 – 43).

•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device

such as a personal computer.

For further details consult your nearest JVC

dealer.

•JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR

is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a

J terminal.

•Fast-Forward Button [F] ..................... ੬pg. 30

6 •Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ........ ੬pg. 19

•Counter Reset/Memory Button

[COUNTER R/M] .............................. ੬pg. 31

7 Program AE Button [P. AE].................... ੬pg. 20

8 Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] .......... ੬pg. 21

9 NIGHT-SCOPE Button

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)....................... ੬pg. 18

t DC IN Connector............................... ੬ pg. 6, 7

0 REFRESH Button .................................... ੬ pg. 6

! EJECT Switch ....................................... ੬pg. 13

@ Close Button ........................................ ੬pg. 13

Indicators

y CHARGE Lamp ...................................... ੬pg. 6

u •Power Lamp ..................................... ੬ pg. 14

# •MENU Wheel [–, +] .......................... ੬pg. 22

•REFRESH Lamp ................................... ੬pg. 6

•BRIGHT Wheel [–, +]

(models equipped with

Other Parts

LCD monitor only) ...................... ੬pg. 14, 30

•TRACKING Wheel [–, +] ................... ੬pg. 31

i LCD Monitor (models equipped

$ •Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]

with LCD monitor only) ................. ੬ pg. 14, 15

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

o Shoulder Strap Eyelets ............................ ੬pg. 8

p Eyepiece

Q Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬pg. 6

W Viewfinder ............................................. ੬pg. 8

SXM27EA/SX22EA only) .................... ੬pg. 18

•5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC. REC]

(GR-FXM170A/FXM17A/FX120A/

FX12A only) ...................................... ੬pg. 17

% •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬pg. 16

•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]

E Speaker (models equipped

with LCD monitor only) ....................... ੬ pg. 30

(models equipped with

LCD monitor only) ............................ ੬pg. 30

R •Camera sensor

Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor

necessary for shooting is built-in here.

•Remote Sensor

^ •Picture Stabiliser Button

[P. STABILIZER] ................................. ੬pg. 16

•Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ..... ੬pg. 31

(GR-SXM470A only) .......................... ੬ pg. 36

& Power Switch

T Grip Strap .............................................. ੬pg. 8

Y Microphone......................................... ੬ pg. 39

[

, OFF,

] ...................... ੬pg. 14, 30

* Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬pg. 14

U Video Light

( Battery Release Switch

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)....................... ੬ pg. 17

[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. ੬ pg. 6

) Dioptre Adjustment Control ................... ੬ pg. 8

I Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬pg. 8

INDEX Indications

Indications During Recording

120M I N

REC SP

S–ET

444

N I GHT 10

S–VHS REC

MWB

PAUSE

(

M I N

)

1 / 2

– – – – – – – – – –

–

BR I GHT

CONGRATULAT I ONS

25. 12. 01

11 45 18

1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... ੬ pg. 45

5 Tape Length Indicator .......................... ੬pg. 12

Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.

6 Zoom Indicator Bar.............................. ੬pg. 16

2 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) ........ ੬ pg. 12

Zoom Level Indicator

Approximate Zoom Ratio

3,8 Digital Effect Indicator ..................... ੬ pg. 21

Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when

the Digital Effect is switched from one mode to

another by pressing DIGIFECT, then only the

indicator remains at 8.

7 Recording Indicator ............................. ੬pg. 14

! Picture Stabiliser Indicator .................... ੬pg. 16

@ •Interval Time/Recording Time

Indicator ........................................... ੬pg. 26

•5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator

3,9 •Program AE Indicator.................... ੬ pg. 20

Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when

Program AE with special effects is switched

from one mode to another by pressing P.AE,

then only the indicator remains at 9.

•Night-Scope Indicator

(GR-FXM170A/FXM17A/FX120A/

FX12A only) ....................................... ੬pg. 17

# Bright Level Indicator (models

equipped with LCD monitor only) ........ ੬pg. 14

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

$ Instant Title Display ............................. ੬pg. 25

% Date/Time Display ............................... ੬pg. 25

^ Focus Indicator .................................... ੬pg. 28

& Exposure Control Level Counter ........... ੬pg. 27

* White Balance Mode Indicator ............. ੬pg. 29

SXM27EA/SX22EA only) ............... ੬ pg. 18

Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when

Night-Scope is switched from one mode to

another by pressing NIGHT-SCOPE, then

only the indicator remains at 9.

3,0 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 19

Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when

the Fade/Wipe is switched from one effect to

another by pressing FADE/WIPE, then only the

indicator remains at 0.

( S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording Indicator

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only) ....................................... ੬pg. 10

) Record–Standby Mode Indicator .......... ੬pg. 14

4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only) ....................................... ੬ pg. 10

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•w: Insert Editing Indicator .................. ੬ pg. 38

Displayed during Insert Editing.

1 •

: Cassette Indicator

Indications During Playback

2 3

Displayed when a tape is loaded.

2 TBC Indicator ...................................... ੬ pg. 31

3 Playback Special Effect Indicator

–

S ET

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/

–

TBC

2 3 4 5

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)....................... ੬ pg. 31

MONOTONE

4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)

(GR-SXM470A/SXM27EA/

SX22EA only) ....................................... ੬ pg. 10

5 Tape Counter ................................. ੬ pg. 31, 38

–

6 Tape Running Indicator

M 0 1 2 3 4

: Playback

: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search

: Rewind/Shuttle Search

: Pause

–––––6–––––

VOLUME

–

: Audio Dubbing

7 Tracking Indicator ................................ ੬ pg. 31

8 Tape Counter ....................................... ੬ pg. 38

Displayed only during Insert Editing.

9 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator (models

equipped with LCD monitor only) ..... ੬ pg. 30

•VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator (models

equipped with LCD monitor only) ..... ੬ pg. 30

Warning Indications

Indications

Function

Displays the battery remaining power.

Remaining power level: high. It does not necessarily

mean that the battery pack is fully charged.

Remaining power level: exhausted

As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator

power warning).

blinks (battery

When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the Erase Protection tab is not in the position

that allows recording.

(੬ pg. 13)

TAPE END

LENS CAP

Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward.

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached.

(੬ pg. 45)

These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case,

all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Remove the tape, turn the

unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to

clear, and turn it on again.

CONDENSATION

OPERATION PAUSED

PLEASE WAIT

These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads

during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning cassette. If the warning remains

after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

HEAD CLEANING

REQUIRED

USE CLEANING

CASSETTE

E01—E06

UNIT IN

SAFEGUARD MODE

REMOVE AND

REATTACH BATTERY

The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an

error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery,

etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the

camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

CAUTIONS

Video Light

Battery Packs

The battery packs are nickel-cadmium

or nickel metal-hydride batteries.

Before using the supplied battery pack

or an optional battery pack, be sure to

read the following cautions:

DANGER:

•The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not

touch it either while in operation or soon after

turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

•Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case

immediately after using the video light, since it

remains extremely hot for some time.

•When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm

between the video light and people or object.

•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

•It is recommended that you consult your nearest

JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

1. To avoid hazard . . .

... do not burn.

Terminals

... do not short-circuit the terminals.

... do not modify or disassemble.

... use only specified chargers.

2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .

... do not subject to unnecessary shock.

... avoid repeated charging without fully

discharging.

... charge in an environment where temperatures

are within the tolerances shown in the chart

below. This is a chemical reaction type

battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical

reaction, while warmer temperatures can

prevent complete charging.

General Battery Precautions

If the remote control or cassette adapter is not

functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the

batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh

ones.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to

high temperatures will increase natural

discharge and shorten service life.

... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.

... remove from charger or powered unit when

not in use, as some machines use current even

when switched off.

Use only the following batteries:

Remote control ................. AAA (R03) size x 2

(RM-V716U)

Cassette adapter ............... AA (R6) size x 1

(C-P6U or C-P7U)

Please make note of the following rules for battery

use. When misused, the batteries can leak or

explode.

1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 36 for the

remote control, or read the cassette adapter

(C-P6U/C-P7U) instructions.

2. Do not use any different size of batteries from

those specified.

3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.

4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

NOTES:

●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after

charging, or after use.

Temperature Range Specifications

Charging .................... 10°C to 35°C

Operation .................. 0°C to 40°C

Storage ...................... –10°C to 30°C

●Recharging time is based on room temperature of

20°C.

●The lower the temperature, the longer recharging

takes.

5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as

they can leak or explode.

6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.

7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be

stored for an extended period to avoid battery

leakage which can cause malfunctions.

EN53

Cassettes

Main Unit

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to

read the following cautions:

1. For safety, DO NOT . . .

... open the camcorder’s chassis.

... disassemble or modify the unit.

1. During use . . .

... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.

Keep it away from metallic objects when not in

use.

... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects

to enter the unit.

... remove the battery pack or disconnect the

power supply while the power is on.

... leave the battery pack attached when the

camcorder is not in use.

... make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or

VHS-C mark.

... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes

automatically erases the previously recorded

video and audio signals.

... make sure the cassette is positioned properly

when inserting.

... do not load and unload the cassette

repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at

all. This slackens the tape and can result in

damage.

2. Avoid using the unit . . .

... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.

... in places subject to soot or steam such as near

a cooking stove.

... in places subject to excessive shock or

vibration.

... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes

the tape to fingerprints and dust.

2. Store cassettes . . .

... away from heaters or other heat sources.

... out of direct sunlight.

... near a television set.

... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary

shock or vibration.

... where they won’t be exposed to strong

magnetic fields (such as those generated by

motors, transformers or magnets).

... vertically, in their original cases.

... near appliances generating strong magnetic or

electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,

etc.).

... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)

or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.

3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .

... in places of over 50°C.

... in places where humidity is extremely low

(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).

... in direct sunlight.

... in a closed car in summer.

... near a heater.

... in dusty places such as a beach.

4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

... allow it to become wet.

... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during

transportation.

... keep the lens directed at extremely bright

objects for long periods.

... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.

... carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD

monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with

both hands or use the grip.

... swing it excessively when using the shoulder

strap.

CAUTIONS (cont.)

LCD Monitor

For Your Maintenance

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,

DO NOT . . .

1. After Use

1 Set the Power Switch to “OFF” to turn off the

... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on

the bottom.

camcorder.

2 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60

degrees. Slide EJECT to open the cassette

holder, then remove the cassette.

3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing

the Close button.

2. To prolong service life . . .

... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD

monitor use. These are not malfunctions:

4 Close and lock the LCD monitor.

•While using the camcorder, the surface around

the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD

monitor may heat up.

•If you leave power on for a long time, the surface

around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery

pack.

6 Attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder’s

lens.

2. Cleaning The Camcorder

1 CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well

to wipe off heavy dirt, then wipe again with a

dry cloth.

About moisture condensation . . .

● You may have observed that pouring a cold

liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to

form on the glass’ outer surface. This same

phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a

camcorder when it is moved from a cool place

to a warm place, after heating a cold room,

under extremely humid conditions or in a

place directly subjected to the cool air from an

air conditioner.

2 CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with

a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the

monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

3 CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe it gently

with lens cleaning paper.

4 REMOVE EYEPIECE

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it

out.

● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe

damage to the video tape, and can lead to

internal damage to the camcorder itself.

5 CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Serious malfunctioning

Remove dust using a blower brush.

6 RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit

immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.

Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.

NOTES:

● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine

or alcohol.

● Cleaning should be done only after the battery

pack has been removed or other power units have

been disconnected.

● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth,

refer to the cautions that came with it.

● When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the

viewfinder securely.

SPECIFICATIONS

EN55

Lens

: F1.6, f = 3.9 mm to 62.4 mm,

Camcorder

16:1 power zoom lens with

auto iris and macro control,

filter diameter 40.5 mm

General

Format

: S-VHS (GR-SXM470A/

Viewfinder

: Electronic viewfinder with 0.5"

black/white CRT

SXM27EA/SX22EA only)/

VHS PAL standard

White balance

adjustment

LCD monitor

(models equipped with LCD panel/TFT active matrix

LCD monitor only)

Power source

: DC 11 V

: Auto/Manual adjustment

: 3" diagonally measured,

(Using AC Adapter)

DC 6 V

(Using battery pack)

system (GR-SXM470A only)

2.5" diagonally measured, LCD

panel/TFT active matrix system

(GR-FXM270A/FXM170A/

FXM17A/SXM27EA only)

Power consumption

Viewfinder on

: 4.0 W (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FXM170A/FXM17A/

SXM27EA only)

3.7 W (GR-FX220A/FX120A/

FX12A/SX22EA only)

Speaker

(models equipped with

LCD monitor only)

: Monaural

LCD monitor* on : 4.5 W (GR-SXM470A/

FXM270A/FXM170A/FXM17A/

SXM27EA only)

: 3.0 W

Connectors

Video light**

JLIP/EDIT

: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head

jack (compatible with

RC-5325 plug)

* Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

** GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/FX220A/SXM27EA/SX22EA

only.

Video

Audio

: 1 V (p-p , 75 Ω unbalanced,

)

Signal system

: PAL-type

analogue output

Video recording system

Luminance

(via Video output connector)

: FM recording

: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ analogue

Colour

: Converted sub-carrier

direct recording

output

(via Audio output connector)

Conforms to VHS standard

S-Video

: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω,

Cassette

Tape speed

cassette

analogue output

(GR-SXM470A/

SXM27EA/SX22EA

only)

C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω,

analogue output

: 23.39 mm/sec.

: 11.70 mm/sec.

Recording time (max.)

AC Adapter AP-V10A/AS/EA

: 60 minutes

: 120 minutes

(with EC-60 cassette)

Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`,

50 Hz/60 Hz

Output

Dimensions

(W x H x D)

: DC 11 V

: 59 mm x 31 mm x 84 mm

, 1 A

Operating

temperature

: 0°C to 40°C

Operating humidity : 35% to 80%

Weight

: Approx. 140 g

Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C

(not including Power Cord)

Weight

: Approx. 910 g

(GR-SXM470A only)

Approx. 900 g

Optional Accessories

(GR-FXM270A/FXM170A/

FXM17A/SXM27EA only)

Approx. 730 g

(GR-FX220A/SX22EA only)

Approx. 720 g

•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U

•Compact S-VHS (

•Compact VHS (

•Remote Control Unit RM-V700U

•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U

•Cassette Adapter C-P7U

) Cassettes SE-C45/30

) Cassettes EC-60/45/30

(GR-FX120A/FX12A only)

: 200 mm x 112 mm x 118 mm

(GR-SXM470A/FXM270A/

FXM170A/FXM17A/SXM27EA

only)

Dimensions

(W x H x D)

Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please

consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories

and their availability.

200 mm x 112 mm x 115 mm

(GR-FX220A/FX120A/FX12A/

SX22EA only)

(with the LCD monitor* closed

and with the viewfinder full

tilted downward)

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise

indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to

change without notice.

*Models equipped with LCD monitor only.

Pickup : 1/4" format CCD

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