JVC GRFXM38EK(A) User Manual

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
INSTRUCTIONS  
ENGLISH  
LYT0861-001A  
PRECAUTIONS  
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).  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)  
Battery Pack  
BN-V11U  
(GR-SXM48/FXM38/SX24/  
NOTES:  
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
IMPORTANT  
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
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.  
Connection to the mains supply in the United  
Kingdom.  
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.  
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your  
home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then  
obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or  
consult your dealer.  
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws  
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.  
FX14)  
BN-V20U  
(GR-SXM58)  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.  
AC Adapter  
AP-V12EG, AP-V11EG or AP-V10EG  
GR-SXM58  
GR-SXM48  
GR-FXM38  
GR-SX24  
VHS  
PAL  
625  
CAUTIONS  
This camcorder is designed to be used with  
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be  
used for playback with a television of a different  
standard. However, live recording and LCD  
monitor*/viewfinder playback are possible  
anywhere.  
Use the JVC BN-V11U**/V12U/V20U/V400U  
battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply  
power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use  
the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An  
appropriate conversion adapter may be  
necessary to accommodate different designs of  
AC outlets in different countries.)  
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.)  
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical  
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the  
fuse cover.  
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove  
the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid  
possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the  
mains supply.  
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then  
follow the instructions given below:  
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal  
SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT  
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but,  
like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is  
to be assured.  
Power Cord  
Shoulder Strap  
A/V (Audio/Video)  
Cable  
coded E or Green.  
GR-FX14  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance  
with the following code:  
S-VHS is compatible with  
GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24  
only  
DOread the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.  
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black  
Brown to L (Live) or Red  
*
Applicable models only.  
DOensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections  
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers  
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.  
** GR-SXM48/FXM38/SX24/FX14 only.  
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal  
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:  
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.  
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.  
If in doubt consult a competent electrician.  
Printed in Japan  
EK  
1001MKV UN VP  
*
*
Lens Cap  
Cable Adapter  
S-Video Cable  
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/  
SX24 only)  
CAUTIONS  
DOconsult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your  
equipment.  
COPYRIGHT© 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
To avoid electric  
shock or damage to  
the unit, first firmly  
DObe careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.  
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is  
Dear Customer,  
insert the small end  
WARNING:  
damaged in any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.  
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read  
“PRECAUTIONS” (pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.  
of the power cord  
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
into the AC Adapter  
until it is no longer  
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is  
designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the  
equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need  
to be made for infirm or handicapped people.  
wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the  
power cord into an AC outlet.  
CD-ROM  
(GR-SXM58 only)  
PC Connection Cable  
(GR-SXM58 only)  
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION  
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”  
(factory-preset).  
CAUTIONS  
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the  
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark  
requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.  
To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No  
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to  
qualified personnel.  
When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long  
period of time, it is recommended that you  
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.  
Available when the Power Switch  
is set to “ ” or “ ”.  
The Crossed Out Dust Bin  
Mark on the battery pack  
indicates that the product  
complies with Directives  
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.  
Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)  
battery pack must be  
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.  
NOTE:  
Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation  
is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.  
DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.  
To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch  
while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not  
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.  
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with  
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be  
connected to the camcorder.  
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.  
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always  
fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the  
instructions.  
to “ ” and press the MENU Wheel  
in  
have to go through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU Wheel  
to select “OFF” and press it.  
recycled or disposed of  
properly.  
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.  
NOTES:  
ABOVE ALL  
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the  
camcorder, demonstration is not available.  
If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration  
activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder.  
* Applicable models only.  
NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case  
this could result in a fatal electrical shock;  
NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than  
sorry!  
Cassettes marked  
However, S-VHS recordings are possible* only with cassettes marked  
and  
can be used used with this camcorder.  
.
* GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.  
1
2
3
4
During charging or discharging, the camcorder  
cannot be operated.  
Charging and discharging is not possible if the  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
Perform step 1) of CHARGING THE BATTERY  
PACK.  
Date/Time Settings  
Grip Adjustment  
1) Separate the Velcro strip.  
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp tripod with the tripod mounting socket . Then  
the grip.  
3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily  
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button  
Power Zoom Lever . Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Tripod Mounting  
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
INDEX  
GETTING STARTED  
1) Set the Power Switch  
2) Press the MENU Wheel  
Screen appears.  
You can select the language (ENGLISH or  
RUSSIAN) of messages in menu screens  
(pg. 18, 22 MENU LANG.in SYSTEM  
MENU).  
to “ ”.  
in. The Menu  
Hook on.  
A
P
AC Adapter.................................................................pg. 6  
Picture Stabiliser ......................................................pg. 12  
wrong type of battery is used.  
tighten the screw.  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
Animation Recording ................................................pg. 21 Playback .................................................................. pg. 11  
Auto Date Record .................................................... pg. 19 Playback Special Effects ..........................................pg. 14  
Auto Focus ............................................................... pg. 18 Programme AE with Special Effects ........................ pg. 24  
When charging the battery pack for the first time  
or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp  
may not light. Remove the battery pack from  
the camcorder, then try charging again.  
If a fully-charged batterys operation time remains  
extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please  
purchase a new one.  
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.  
Charging time varies according to the ambient  
temperature and the status of the battery pack.  
Since the AC Adapter processes electricity  
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to  
use it only in well-ventilated areas.  
CAUTION  
Battery pack  
Viewfinder on  
LCD monitor on  
and  
Push in.  
1
2
1
80  
(45)  
When using a tripod, be  
sure to open and extend  
its legs fully to stabilise  
the camcorder. To  
prevent damage to the  
unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a  
Auto Shut Off ........................................................... pg. 11  
Provided Accessories ................................................ pg. 2  
BN-V11U  
95  
(50)  
100  
(50)  
B
Q
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel  
4TO SYSTEM MENUand press it to display  
SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel to  
to select  
Battery Pack.........................................................pg. 6, 26  
Blue Filter Effect ...................................................... pg. 24  
Brighten The Image .................................................pg. 18  
Brighten The LCD Monitor ....................................... pg. 11  
Quick Review ...........................................................pg. 13  
BN-V12U  
(optional)  
95  
(50)  
100  
(50)  
80  
(45)  
R
BATTERY RELEASE Switch  
Battery pack  
Recording, Advanced Features..........................pg. 23, 24  
Recording, Start/Stop ............................................... pg. 11  
Recording Format (S-VHS/S-VHS ET) ....................pg. 20  
BN-V20U  
(optional)  
150  
(85)  
165  
(90)  
135  
(75)  
select 4NEXTand press it to display the next  
page.  
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel  
TIMEand press it. The DATE/TIME Menu  
C
small-sized tripod.  
BN-V400U  
(optional)  
360  
(205)  
385  
(210)  
315  
(190)  
to select DATE/  
Cassette Adapter .....................................................pg. 16 Recording Mode .......................................................pg. 20  
Charge Marker ...........................................................pg. 6  
Record-Standby ....................................................... pg. 11  
Charging The Battery Pack ........................................pg. 6  
Red Filter Effect .......................................................pg. 24  
appears.  
1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor  
2 When using GR-SX24/FX14  
Classic Film Effect.................................................... pg. 24 Retake ......................................................................pg. 13  
Clean The Camcorder .............................................. pg. 27 Rewind The Tape ..................................................... pg. 11  
5) To set YEAR, MONTH, DAYor TIME”  
(hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel  
select the desired item, and press it. When the  
setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel  
until the correct setting appears and then  
press it. The setting stops blinking.  
6) When none of these settings (YEAR,  
MONTH, DAY, TIME) blinks, rotate the  
to  
(
):when the video light is on  
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)  
Connection To a VCR/TV ......................................... pg. 15  
S
Viewfinder Adjustment  
1) Set the Power Switch  
2) Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
Power Switch  
Connection To A PC .................................................pg. 16  
Self-Recording ......................................................... pg. 11  
Counter Memory ......................................................pg. 14  
Sepia Mode ..............................................................pg. 24  
to “ ” or “ ”.  
until the  
1) Open the LCD monitor fully*. Slide EJECT  
until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force  
to open.  
2) Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting,  
make sure the label is facing outward.  
appears when a cassette is loaded.  
3) Press the Close button  
holder until it locks into place. Close the LCD  
monitor*.  
Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is  
still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor*.  
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 or detached from  
the power source.  
The following operation stops charging or  
discharging:  
To DC IN  
connector  
To AC outlet  
D
USING AC POWER  
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder (step  
2) and 3) of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK).  
The provided AC Adapter features automatic  
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to  
240 V.  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ........................................pg. 8  
Darken The Image ...................................................pg. 18 Snapshot During Playback.......................................pg. 12  
Set the Power Switch  
to “  
, “ ” or “ ”.  
Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder.  
Unplug the AC Adapters power cord from the  
AC outlet.  
Detach the battery from the camcorder.  
Using the optional AA-V15EK 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.  
To avoid interference with reception, do not use  
the AC Adapter near a radio.  
Recording time is reduced significantly when  
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged  
repeatedly or the LCD monitor* is used  
repeatedly.  
Before extended use, it is recommended that you  
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the  
planned shooting time.  
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................................... pg. 11  
Snapshot ..................................................................pg. 12  
AC Adapter  
Date/Time Display .................................................... pg. 19 Solarisation Effect ....................................................pg. 24  
MENU Wheel  
to select EXIT, and press it.  
Date/Time Settings.....................................................pg. 7  
Demonstration Mode ............................................pg. 1, 22  
Specifications ...........................................................pg. 28  
Sports Mode.............................................................pg. 24  
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight  
bar on 4RETURN.  
7) Press the MENU Wheel  
Screen.  
To display the date and time in the camcorders  
display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME  
DISP. (pg. 19) in CAMERA MENU.  
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.  
to close the cassette  
Digital Effects ...........................................................pg. 24 Still Playback ............................................................ pg. 11  
Digital Zoom .............................................................pg. 20 Stretch Effect ...........................................................pg. 24  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
in to close the Menu  
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the  
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks  
in place.  
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong  
position, a malfunction may occur.  
2) Set the Power Switch to OFF. Connect the  
AC Adapter to the DC IN connector , then  
connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter.  
3) Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The  
CHARGE lamp  
has started.  
4) When the CHARGE lamp stops blinking but  
stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC  
Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC  
Adapter from the camcorder.  
ATTENTION  
180°  
Strobe Effect ............................................................pg. 24  
Super LoLux (S.LX) .................................................pg. 19  
Dioptre Adjustment.....................................................pg. 8  
Before detaching the power source,  
make sure that the camcorders power is turned  
off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder  
malfunction.  
E
Super VHS Expansion Technology ..........................pg. 20  
Electronic Fog Filter Mode .......................................pg. 24  
Erase Protection ........................................................pg. 8  
T
Tape Counter ...........................................................pg. 14  
Exposure Control .....................................................pg. 18  
Tape Dubbing ...........................................................pg. 15  
F
Tape Length Setting .................................................pg. 21  
REFRESH:  
PAUSE  
Fade-In/Out ..............................................................pg. 23  
Tele Macro ...............................................................pg. 21  
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before  
recharging or storing it for a long period of time,  
otherwise the battery performance will be reduced.  
Fast-Forward Tape ................................................... pg. 11  
5-Second Recording Mode ......................................pg. 12  
Time Base Corrector ............................................... pg. 14  
Time-Lapse Shooting ...............................................pg. 21  
Tracking ...................................................................pg. 14  
Tripod Mounting .........................................................pg. 8  
Twilight Mode ...........................................................pg. 24  
blinks to indicate charging  
G
* Applicable models only.  
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of CHARGING  
THE BATTERY PACK.  
Grip Adjustment .........................................................pg. 8  
Cassette holder  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
H
* Applicable models only.  
2) Press REFRESH  
for over 2 seconds. The  
U
High Speed Shutter Mode........................................pg. 24  
Thread the strap through the eyelet , then fold it  
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the  
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to  
the other eyelet , making sure the strap is not  
twisted. Adjust the length.  
Gear  
REFRESH lamp  
blinks to indicate  
Unload A Tape ............................................................pg. 8  
I
discharging has started.  
V
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .  
... slide BATTERY RELEASE  
battery pack.  
Instant Titles .............................................................pg. 19  
3) When discharging is finished, charging  
automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp  
blinks.  
Turn to  
take up  
slack.  
Video Echo Effect.....................................................pg. 24  
Video Light ...............................................................pg. 13  
Viewfinder Adjustment ...............................................pg. 8  
and pull out the  
L
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder, Indications ..............pg. 9, 10, 17  
Load A Tape ...............................................................pg. 8  
Erase  
Protection tab  
W
Battery pack  
Charging time  
M
Charge marker helps you remember  
whether the battery pack has been  
charged or not. Two colours are provided  
(red and black)you choose which one  
means charged and which means  
discharged.  
White Balance Adjustment .......................................pg. 19  
Wide Mode ...............................................................pg. 20  
Wipe-In/Out ..............................................................pg. 23  
BN-V11U*  
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.  
approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.  
approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.  
Manual Focus .......................................................... pg. 18  
Menu Screen ....................................................pg. 18 22  
Monotone Effect .......................................................pg. 24  
Mosaic Effect ...........................................................pg. 24  
DATE  
/
T
I ME  
BN-V12U (optional)  
BN-V20U** (optional)  
BN-V400U (optional)  
YEAR  
MONTH  
DAY  
2002  
6
Z
28  
20 20  
Cassette  
holder  
:
T
I ME  
24-hour indication  
Zooming ...................................................................pg. 13  
N
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.  
GR-SXM48/FXM38/SX24/FX14 only.  
ND Effect Mode ........................................................pg. 24  
Nega/Posi Mode ......................................................pg. 24  
Night-Scope .............................................................pg. 23  
*
EX  
I
T
** Provided with GR-SXM58 only.  
5
6
7
8
MENU Wheel [, +] ................................ pg. 18  
BRIGHT Wheel [, +]*1 ...........................pg. 11  
TRACKING Wheel [, +] ........................ pg. 14  
Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]*2 ........... pg. 12  
Tape Remaining Time .............................. pg. 21  
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)  
CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS  
RECORDING  
Set REC MODE, S-VHS (S-VHS ET)**, TAPE  
LENGTH and DATE/TIME in SYSTEM MENU.  
(pg. 18 22, MENU SETTINGS)  
PLAYBACK  
BASIC FEATURES  
Snapshot (GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)  
You can record still images that look like  
photographs onto a tape.  
1) Perform step 1 of RECORDING(pg. 11).  
2) Press SNAPSHOT  
There is a momentary camera shutter-type  
blackout together with the sound effect of a  
shutter closing.  
Snapshot is also available during playback.  
However, the shutter sound is not heard.  
(GR-FXM38/FX14 only)  
Recording Mode Indicator ....................... pg. 20  
1
Load a tape (pg. 8, Loading/Unloading A  
Eyepiece  
Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions.  
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick  
scene transitions like those seen in TV  
programmes.  
Digital Effect Indicator ............................ pg. 24  
Programme AE Indicator ....................... pg. 24  
Night-Scope Indicator*2 .......................... pg. 23  
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ................ pg. 23  
Cassette).  
2
Set the Power Switch  
playback, press 4/6  
To stop playback temporarily (Still Playback), press  
4/6 . To stop playback, press 5 . Press  
to rewind, or to fast-forward the tape.  
High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is  
to “  
. To start  
5-Second Recording Button  
[5 SEC. REC]*3 ...................................... pg. 12  
.
1) Make sure the recording mode is set to SP.  
During shooting  
1Remove the lens cap. Set the Power Switch  
to “ ” or “ ”.  
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure  
the LCD monitor* is closed and locked.  
Shooting while using the LCD monitor*: Make  
sure the LCD monitor* is fully open.  
.
2) During RecordStandby, 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.  
.
Power Zoom Lever [T/W] ....................... pg. 13  
Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)*2  
....... pg. 20  
Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]*1 ...........pg. 11  
2
Tape Length Indicator .............................. pg. 21  
Zoom Indicator Bar .................................. pg. 13  
Zoom Level Indicator  
3
Picture Stabiliser Button  
[P.STABILIZER] ..................................... pg. 12  
Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ........ pg. 14  
S-Video Output Connectors [S]*2 ............. pg. 15  
Audio Output Connector [A] ..................... pg. 15  
Video Output Connector [V] ..................... pg. 15  
possible by pressing  
playback (holding  
playback continues search until released). To  
resume normal playback, press 4/6  
2
or  
3
3
during  
down during  
Keep the lens  
cap attached to  
the camcorder.  
Approximate Zoom Ratio  
2
or  
The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode  
and PAUSE”  
4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC.  
Recording Indicator ..................................pg. 11  
Digital Effect Indicator .............................. pg. 24  
is displayed.  
Picture Stabiliser  
To compensate for unstable images caused by  
camera-shake, particularly at high magnification.  
1) Press P. STABILIZER  
2) To switch off the Picture Stabiliser, press  
P. STABILIZER disappears.  
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible in  
certain conditions including excessive hand  
shake.  
.
REC  
Fade/Wipe (pg. 23) cannot be activated by  
pressing 5SEC. REC  
again so that  
5S  
disappears.  
If you tilt the LCD monitor* upward to 180  
degrees, the viewfinder switches back on and the  
monitored image can be viewed both on the LCD  
monitor* and in the viewfinder, so the person you  
shoot can view himself/herself.  
Cassette holder  
Programme AE Indicator ....................... pg. 24  
For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about  
5 minutes in the Record-Standby or Stop mode.  
To turn on again, set the Power Switch  
OFF, then to “ ”, “ ” or “  
.
Battery Release Switch  
[BATTERY RELEASE] ............................... pg. 6  
Night-Scope Indicator*2 .......................... pg. 23  
.
appears.  
Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .................. pg. 23  
DC IN Connector ....................................... pg. 6  
Digital Connector [DIGITAL]*4  
to  
Picture Stabiliser Indicator ....................... pg. 12  
.
.  
2Press the Recording Start/Stop Button  
.
Interval Time/Recording Time Indicator .... pg. 21  
90°  
Recording Start/Stop Button .....................pg. 11  
When the Power Switch  
is set to “ ”, “ ” or  
appears while recording is in progress.  
5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator*3 .................. pg. 12  
180°  
Turn the gear to  
take up slack.  
and the LCD monitor* is opened at an  
To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop  
Button . The camcorder re-enters the Record-  
Standby mode.  
Power Switch [  
, OFF,  
,
] ...........pg. 11  
Viewfinder  
Speaker  
(applicable models only)  
Bright Level Indicator*1 .............................pg. 11  
Instant Title Display ................................. pg. 19  
Date/Time Display ................................... pg. 19  
Focus Indicator ........................................ pg. 18  
Exposure Control Level Counter ............. pg. 18  
White Balance Mode Indicator................. pg. 19  
angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD monitor*  
switches on and the viewfinder switches off  
automatically to save power.  
The playback picture can be viewed in the  
viewfinder (with the LCD monitor* shut), on the  
LCD monitor* or on a connected TV (pg. 15,  
Connections To A TV/VCR).  
Video Light Switch  
appears blinking if the Stabiliser cannot be  
[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]*5 ........................ pg. 13  
Stop Button [STOP] ..................................pg. 11  
Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ...... pg. 13  
used.  
This function cannot be activated during the  
Night-Scope, CLASSIC FILM, STROBEand  
VIDEO ECHOmodes (pg. 24, Digital  
Effects).  
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor*,  
rotate the BRIGHT Wheel  
indiator on the display moves and the  
appropriate brightness is reached.  
* Applicable models only.  
until the bright level  
Quick Review Button [  
R] ................. pg. 13  
LCD monitor  
(applicable models only)  
Rewind Button [R] ...................................pg. 11  
Erase  
protection tab  
S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording  
Play/Pause Button ....................................pg. 11  
Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] ..... pg. 13  
To remove the indications, pg. 21, DISPLAY or  
OSD OUTPUT in SYSTEM MENU.  
Indicator*2 ................................................ pg. 20  
180°  
**GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.  
Record-Standby Mode Indicator ...............pg. 11  
: Cassette Indicator ............................. pg. 8  
TBC Indicator........................................... pg. 14  
Playback Special Effect Indicator*2 .......... pg. 14  
Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)*2 ... pg. 20  
Tape Counter ........................................... pg. 14  
Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) .......... pg. 20  
Tape Running Indicator  
To control the speaker volume*, slide VOL.  
towards +to turn up, or towards “–” to turn  
down. While shooting, sound is not heard from  
the speaker*.  
If TBC (pg. 14) is engaged during Still  
Playback, noise bars will not appear (GR-SXM58/  
SXM48/SX24 only).  
Fast-Forward Button [F] ..........................pg. 11  
CHARGE Lamp ......................................... pg. 6  
REFRESH Lamp ....................................... pg. 6  
Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ........... pg. 23  
Counter Reset/Memory Button  
[COUNTER R/M] ................................... pg. 14  
Video light  
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/  
SX24 only)  
Microphone  
Programme AE Button [P.AE] .................. pg. 24  
Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] ............. pg. 24  
NIGHT-SCOPE Button*2 .......................... pg. 23  
REFRESH Button ...................................... pg. 6  
EJECT Switch ............................................ pg. 8  
Shoulder Strap Eyelets .............................. pg. 8  
Battery Pack Mount ................................... pg. 6  
Close Button .............................................. pg. 8  
Dioptre Adjustment Control........................ pg. 8  
* Applicable models only.  
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications  
4
:
:
:
:
Playback  
3
2
6
Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search  
Rewind/Shuttle Search  
Pause  
During Recording  
During Playback  
Tracking Indicator .................................... pg. 14  
120M I N  
REC SP  
SET  
N I GHT 20  
T
40  
S
ET  
SP  
2 3 4 5  
4
BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator*1 ............pg. 11  
:
:
TBC  
1
444  
1
x
MONOTONE  
AT  
VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator*1 ....pg. 11  
+02  
MWB  
SVHS REC  
Camera Sensor  
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor  
necessary for shooting is built-in here.  
*
*
*
*
1 Applicable models only.  
2 GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.  
3 GR-FXM38/FX14 only.  
4 GR-SXM58 only.  
5 GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only.  
PAUSE  
1X  
b
5
M I N  
1 / 2  
BR I GHT  
S
– – – – – – –6– – –  
+
Grip Strap .................................................. pg. 8  
Tripod Mounting Socket ............................. pg. 8  
CONGRATULAT I ONS  
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VOLUME  
pg. 25 for Warning Indications  
.
9
10  
11  
Tape Dubbing  
12  
DANGER  
Zooming  
Tracking  
Counter Memory  
Connections To A TV/VCR  
1) Make sure all units are turned off.  
Using The Cassette Adapter  
(optional)  
Connection To A Personal Computer  
(GR-SXM58 only)  
To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry  
extends the maximum magnification offered by  
optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom.  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever  
zoom in, or Wto zoom out.  
Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen during Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment.  
1) Connect the camcorder and the VCR  
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.  
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 objects.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive  
materials.  
You can transfer image data from the camcorder to  
a PC using Digital Photo Navigator. When  
connecting to your PC, refer to the instruction  
manuals of the PC and Setup Guide for the  
provided software.  
playback. To activate Manual Tracking:  
1) Press the TRACKING Wheel for approx.  
2 seconds. MTappears.  
2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel  
noise bars disappear.  
2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR. If using  
both TV and VCR, connect the VCR output to  
the TV input.  
3) Turn on all units. Set the VCR to its AUX input  
mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode.  
Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.  
Be sure to adjust the TV sound volume to its  
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound  
when the camcorder is turned on.  
(Connections To A TV/VCR). Set the Power  
1) Press COUNTER R/M  
1 second. The counter  
2) Press COUNTER R/M  
Mappears.  
3) After recording or playback, press 5 , then  
. The tape automatically stops at or close  
and hold for more than  
resets to 0:00:00.  
for less than 1 second.  
Use this to play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video  
cassette recorded with this camcorder on a S-VHS/  
VHS VCR.  
Switch  
to “  
, turn on the VCRs power,  
towards Tto  
and insert the appropriate cassettes in the  
camcorder and the VCR. Engage the VCRs  
AUX and Record-Pause modes.  
so that the  
1) Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install  
one AA (R6)size battery, then reattach the  
cover.  
2) Slide the latch to open the compartment door,  
then insert the cassette and close the  
compartment door.  
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever  
the quicker the zoom action.  
,
Use the AC Adapter as the power supply.  
2) Press 4/6  
in point. Once it is reached, press 4/6  
3) Press 4/6  
to find a spot just before the edit-  
again.  
and engage the VCRs Record  
To return to Auto Tracking, press the TRACKING  
2
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming.  
In this case, set the zoom while in Record–  
Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus  
(pg. 18, FOCUS in CAMERA MENU), then  
zoom in or out in Record mode.  
Wheel  
for approx. 2 seconds or set the Power  
to 0:00:00.  
When connecting to a Macintosh . . .  
The optional KEYSPAN USA-19 USB PDA  
Adapter is required.  
Switch  
to OFFand then “ ” again. AT”  
4) Press 4/6  
to start playback.  
mode.  
blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication The counter memory functions in the Fast-  
If you have a TV or speakers that are not  
specially shielded, do not place the speakers  
4) Engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode and  
press 4/6  
disappears.  
When noise bars appear during playback, the  
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and  
Forward and Rewind modes.  
3) Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and  
play the tape back.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
Keyspan is a trademark of InnoSys Inc.  
.
To disable the counter memory function, press  
The zoom level indicator  
-
moves during  
adjacent to the TV as interference will occur in the Repeat steps 2) through 4) for additional editing,  
It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
COUNTER R/M  
Mdisappears.  
for less than 1 second so that  
4) 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, and push up and  
remove the cassette.  
During tape loading and unloading, do not touch  
the reels for safety and tape protection.  
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.  
zoom. Once the zoom level indiator  
-
camcorder playback picture.  
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector, use the  
provided Cable Adapter.  
The S-Video cable connection can improve the  
dubbed picture quality. If your TV/VCR has a  
21-pin connector, use a commercially available  
cable adapter with an S-Video connector  
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only).  
then stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.  
AT”  
appears.  
reaches the top, all magnification from that point  
is through digital processing.  
Manual Tracking may not work with tapes  
recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.  
Playback Special Effects  
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)  
Quick Review  
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image  
may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set  
D.ZOOM(pg. 20) to OFFin SYSTEM  
MENU.  
Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO  
ECHOmode (pg. 24, Digital Effects) is  
activated.  
To check the end of the last recording.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–  
TBC (Time Base Corrector)  
Allows you to add creative effects to the playback  
image. (pg. 24, Digital Effects)  
1) Activate TBCand Auto Tracking.  
Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to  
deliver a stable picture even with old tapes.  
To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC  
during playback for more than 1 second. When the  
TBC mode is activated, TBC”  
The TBCindicator turns green (grey with a  
camcorder equipped with a black/white  
viewfinder) while TBC is working, and white while  
TBC is not operative.  
TBC does not work during Still Playback and  
Shuttle Search (pg. 11).  
Standby mode.  
2) Press  
2
and release quickly.  
2) Press DIGIFECT  
repeatedly until the desired  
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and  
played back automatically, then pauses in  
RecordStandby mode for the next shot.  
Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This  
is normal.  
mode appears.  
To cancel the effect, select OFF.  
NEGA POSI, MOSAIC and STRETCH are not  
available.  
is displayed.  
White to  
Audio  
(GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)  
Video Light (GR-SXM58/SXM48/SX24 only)  
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too  
dim.  
During special-effect playback (slow motion, still  
frame, etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars  
may appear on the screen.  
To record on a VCR using a compact cassette  
and the adapter, cover the adapters recording  
safety hole with adhesive tape.  
To S-Video  
Output  
Playback Special Effects do not work during  
Output  
Retake  
Shuttle Search (pg. 11).  
Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
as required:  
To re-record certain segments.  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–  
The selected effect mode cannot be changed  
during Still Playback (pg. 11).  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
Yellow to  
Video Output  
Standby mode.  
It may take a few seconds before TBC actually  
starts working.  
AUTO: Automatically turns on the light when the  
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on  
the subject.  
ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the  
camcorder is turned on.  
It is recommended to set M.W.B. (pg. 19) to  
in CAMERA MENU when you use the video  
light.  
2) Press and hold either RETAKE  
the start point for new recording. Pressing  
forwards the tape and pressing  
reverses it.  
or  
to reach  
3
Connector cover  
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 (pg. 11).  
If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is  
set to on, turn off TBC.  
Sliding Latch  
2
A/V cable  
S-Video cable  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button  
to  
Compartment Door  
start recording.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is  
normal.  
Recording  
Safety Hole  
Even if the battery indicator (  
) does not blink  
if the battery packs 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.  
Hole  
TV  
White to  
Audio Input  
To S-Video  
Input  
When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON  
is set to AUTO:  
Reels  
VCR  
Depending on the lighting conditions, the video  
Battery Cover  
light may keep turning on and off. Set LIGHT  
Yellow to  
Video Input  
OFF/AUTO/ON  
to ON or OFF as required.  
While the Sportsor High Speed Shuttermode  
is engaged, the light is likely to stay on. While  
the Twilightmode is engaged, the light will not  
activate. (pg. 24, Programme AE with  
Special Effects)  
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