ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2 – 3
COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
GETTING STARTED
4
6 – 13
RECORDING
14 – 29
Basic Recording .......................... 14
Basic Features ........................... 16
Zooming, Picture Stabilizer, Quick Review,
Video Light, Retake
GR-SXM607
GR-SXM55
Advanced Features ...................... 18
Snapshot, Night-Scope, Fade/Wipe Effects,
Program AE with Special Effects,
Digital Effects, Using Menu 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............................... 32
Using The Cassette Adapter ...........34
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
UNIT (GR-SXM607 only)
35 – 43
Playback Zoom .......................... 37
Animation And Time-Lapse .............37
Insert Editing ............................. 38
Audio Dubbing ........................... 39
Random Assembly Editing.............. 40
VHS
PAL
625
DETAILS
44
45 – 47
48 – 49
50 – 53
CAUTIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX
Controls, Connectors
And Indicators ......................... 50
Indications ................................52
TERMS
54
55
SPECIFICATIONS
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COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
INSTRUCTIONS
LYT0672-001A
2EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read the safety information
and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual
•All major sections and subsections are listed in the
WARNING:
Table Of Contents on the cover.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
•Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to
read these as well.
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
•Basic and advanced features/operation are
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
separated for easier reference.
MOISTURE.
It is recommended that you . . .
.... refer to the Index (੬ pgs. 50 – 53) and
familiarize yourself with button locations, etc.
before use.
CAUTIONS:
.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They
Ⅲ To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
contain extremely important information
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
regarding the safe use of this product.
qualified personnel.
Ⅲ 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.
You are recommended to carefully read the
cautions on pages 45 – 47 before use.
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.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
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.
To avoid electric shock or
CAUTION:
damage to the unit, first
firmly insert the small end of
the power cord into the AC
Adapter until it is no longer
wobbly, and then plug the
larger end of the power cord
into an AC outlet.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the
fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug
then follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accord-
ance with the following code:
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
Ⅲ The Crossed Out Dust Bin
Mark on the battery pack
indicates that the product
complies with Directives
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.
Ⅲ Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery pack must be recycled
or disposed of properly.
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
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.
625
Cassettes marked “
used with this camcorder.
However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with
cassettes marked “
” and “
” can be
”.
EN3
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).
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.)
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.
*GR-SXM55 only.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or
incinerate.
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.)
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric),
Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Ⅲ Dispose of used battery promptly.
Ⅲ Keep away from children.
Ⅲ Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
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.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in
any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for
unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make
sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or
handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road
safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will
cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the
manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case
— this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry!
4EN
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 ” ”.
Ⅲ Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the
DEMO MODE
demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for
more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
OFF
ON
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
demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the main
Menu Screen). Rotate MENU to select “OFF” and press it.
EX I T
Setting Menu
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
•AC Adapter
•Shoulder Strap
AP-V10EG
•Power Cord
•Lens Cap
•Cable Adapter
•Remote Control Unit RM-V715U
(GR-SXM607 only)
•Core Filter x 4
(for provided A/V Cable,
S-Video Cable and AC Adapter)
•Battery Pack
BN-V11U (GR-SXM55)
BN-V20U (GR-SXM607)
•A/V (Audio/Video) Cable
•AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for Remote Control Unit,
GR-SXM607 only)
•S-Video Cable
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.
1
2
Release the stoppers on both ends of the Core
Filter.
1
2
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.
3
Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut.
Connect the end of the cable with the Core
Filter to the camcorder.
3
With the provided AC Adapter, attach Core Filters to both ends of the cable as shown below.
5 cm
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.
1
2
3
GETTING STARTED
6EN
Hook on.
Power
1
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.
2
Make sure the battery pack is attached to the
1
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.
2
3
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
3
NOTES:
● During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot
be operated.
5
AC Adapter
● Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong
type of battery is used.
4
● 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-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.
Battery pack
Charging time
BN-V11U*
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.
approx. 3 hrs. 40 min.
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U** (optional)
BN-V400U (optional)
* GR-SXM55 only.
**Provided with GR-SXM607 only.
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.)
Battery pack
Viewfinder on
LCD monitor on
BN-V11U
95
(50)
80
(45)
Charge marker
BN-V12U
(optional)
95
80
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.
(50)
(45)
BN-V20U
(optional)
150
(85)
135
(75)
BN-V400U
(optional)
360
(205)
315
(190)
(
) : when the video light is on (GR-SXM607 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.
● 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
8EN
Power Zoom
Lever
Separate the Velcro strip.
1
2
3
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.
3
Viewfinder Adjustment
2
180°
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.
1
2
3
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.
1
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
1
2
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.
2
3
1
Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.
4
Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
1
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
1
2
3
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
Rotate MENU to select “DATE/TIME” and press it.
4
5
The DATE/TIME Menu appears.
Display
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.
CAMERA MENU
TO SYSTEM MENU
Menu Screen
ᮣ
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
M. W. B.
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
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”.
6
7
SYSTEM MENU
ᮣ
NEXT
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
SP
50
x
Press MENU to close the Menu Screen.
SYSTEM MENU
TO CAMERA MENU
ᮣ
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
NOTE:
OFF
FRENCH
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and
on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” (੬ pg. 25).
06
OFF
ᮣ
RETURN
DATE / T I ME
DATE/TIME Menu
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
2001
6
28
:
T I ME
20 20
24-hour
indication
EX I T
For other notes, ੬ pg. 44
GETTING STARTED (cont.)
10EN
MENU Wheel
Recording Format Setting
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
1
2
3
comes on.
Power Switch
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded.
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.
SYSTEM MENU
Menu Screen
ᮣ
NEXT
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
WI DE
SP
50
x
OFF
ON
–
S
VHS ET
TAPE LENGTH
D I SPLAY
T
30
If an S-VHS cassette is loaded . . .
.... rotate MENU to “S-VHS”, then press it.
The S-VHS Setting Menu appears.
FULL
When an S-VHS
cassette is
loaded: S-VHS
ᮣ
RETURN
Rotate MENU to set to either of the parameters, then
press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the
highlight bar on “ RETURN”.
4
5
–
S
VHS ET
Setting Menu
ON
In the S-VHS ET Setting Menu,
OFF
ON : Records with S-VHS picture quality on a VHS
cassette (factory-preset). This is called Super
VHS ET (Expansion Technology).
OFF: Records in VHS.
EX I T
In the S-VHS Setting Menu,
ON : Records in S-VHS on an S-VHS cassette
(factory-preset).
SYSTEM MENU
ᮣ
OFF: Records in VHS on an S-VHS cassette.
NEXT
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
WI DE
SP
50
x
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.
OFF
ON
–
S
VHS ET
TAPE LENGTH
D I SPLAY
T
30
FULL
ᮣ
RETURN
NOTE:
If a cassette is not loaded, “S-VHS” will be displayed in the
Normal Screen
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.)
12EN
MENU Wheel
Recording Mode Setting
Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference.
Set the Power Switch to “ ”. The power lamp
1
2
3
4
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
SP
LP
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
twice the recording time.
NOTE:
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
EX I T
SP
Recording mode
indicator
Tape Length Setting
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape
used.
Display
TAPE LENGTH
TAPE LENGTH
Menu
Perform steps 1 through 3 above.
1
2
3
T
T
T
T
30
45
50
60
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
T
30
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.
4
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.
1
Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not
2
3
4
5
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.
NOTES:
● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor.
● The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power
supply is attached.
Turn to take
up slack.
● 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.
Erase Protection tab
Gear
● 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.
RECORDING Basic Recording
14EN
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 (੬ pg. 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
1
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
2
in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
MIN
60MIN
59MIN
(Now calculating)
0MIN
(Blinking)
1MIN
(Blinking)
2MIN
(Blinking)
3MIN
Shooting While Watching The
LCD Monitor
BRIGHT Wheel
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Press in the
1
tabs on the lens cap to remove it. Set the Power
Switch to “ ” or “ ”. The powerlamp 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
2
viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
“
” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is
in progress.
– – – – – – – – – –
6
+
–
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, ੬ pg. 22, 24.
Self-Recording
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING
SELF-RECORDING
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. 44
RECORDING Basic Features
16EN
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.
RETAKE (2/3) Button
LIGHT
OFF/AUTO/ON
Switch
● 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.
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
1
x
Zoom level
indicator
Approximate
zoom ratio
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording with
the camcorder on a tripod.
Picture Stabiliser indicator
● 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).
EN17
Video Light (GR-SXM607 only): To
Quick Review: To check the end of the last
recording.
brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby
1) Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:
OFF : Turns off the light.
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on
the subject.
mode.
2) Press
2
and release quickly.
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and played
back automatically, then pauses in Record–
Standby mode for the next shot.
ON
: Always keeps the light on as long as the
camcorder is turned on.
● Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This
is normal.
● The video light can only be used with the
camcorder’s power on.
● It is recommended to set the white balance
Retake: To re-record certain segments.
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby
mode.
(੬ pg. 29) to
when you use the video light.
● When not using the video light, turn it off to save
2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start
battery power.
● Even if the battery indicator (
point for new recording. Pressing
tape and pressing reverses it.
3
forwards the
) does not blink
2
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.
● 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.
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.
•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.
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
18EN
SNAPSHOT Button
Snapshot
Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a
snapshot, or several of them in succession.
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.
1
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.
● Snapshot is available during playback as
well. However, the shutter sound is not
heard.
Night-Scope
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
Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ”.
1
2
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.
3
A NIGHT AUTO
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted
(maximum 1/5 sec.).
Power Switch
NOTES:
● During Night-Scope, the following functions
or settings cannot be activated:
•“Picture Stabilizer” (੬ pg. 16), “Program
AE With Special Effects” (੬ pg. 20) and
“Digital Effects” (੬ pg. 21).
•“GAIN” or “S.LX” in CAMERA MENU
(੬ pg. 23).
● 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.
1 NIGHT 10X*
The shutter speed is set to 1/5th of a second to provide
10 times the sensitivity.
2 NIGHT 50X* (GR-SXM55 only)
The shutter speed is set to 1 second to provide 50 times
the sensitivity.
2 NIGHT 25X* (GR-SXM607 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 “ ”.
1
Press FADE/WIPE repeatedly until the desired mode’s
2
name and indication appear.
They are displayed for approx
name disappears so that only the indication remains.
The effect is reserved.
3
. 2 seconds, then the
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-
in/out or wipe-in/out.
3
4
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:
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.
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.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
20EN
P.AE Button
Program AE With Special Effects
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
2
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.
3
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
NOTES:
gives it a “fantasy” look.
● 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.
● 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).
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 “ :FINE” (day mode), but can
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).
● The “FOG” mode cannot be used when the
“VIDEO ECHO” mode (੬ pg. 21) is
activated.
S1/2000
(1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter)
Captures faster action than Sports mode.
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DIGIFECT Button
Digital Effects
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
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.
To cancel the effect, press DIGIFECT repeatedly until
“OFF” appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx.
2 seconds.
3
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
The colours of a picture are reversed.
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.
NOTES:
● Digital Effects can be changed during
recording or during Record-Standby.
● Digital zoom (੬ pg. 16) cannot be used
when the “VIDEO ECHO” mode is activated.
● This function cannot be activated during the
“Night-Scope” (੬ pg. 18), “CLASSIC FILM”,
“STROBE” and “VIDEO ECHO” mode.
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.
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
22EN
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
1
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
2
Power Switch
Rotate MENU to select the desired function.
3
•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
Menu Screen
ᮣ
TO SYSTEM MENU
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
AUTO
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
ᮣ
NEXT
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
WI DE
SP
50
x
Press MENU to display the Setting Menu and rotate it
to select the desired setting.
OFF
ON
4
–
S
VHS
TAPE LENGTH
D I SPLAY
T
30
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
5
6
highlight bar on “ RETURN”.
Setting Menu
(ex. REC MODE)
SP
LP
Press MENU. The normal screen reappears.
EX I T
SYSTEM MENU
ᮣ
NEXT
REC MODE
D. ZOOM
WI DE
LP
50
x
OFF
ON
–
S
VHS
TAPE LENGTH
D I SPLAY
T
30
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).
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.
GAIN
(GR-SXM607
only)
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-SXM55
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 (੬ pg. 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
OFF
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 digital magnification.
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
ON
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
(੬ pg. 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.
: Factory-preset
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)
24EN
SYSTEM MENU (cont.)
S-VHS*
(S-VHS ET*)
ON
Records in S-VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (੬ pg. 10).
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 the LCD
monitor/viewfinder during recording or playback: cassette
warning, tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power
indicator and tape length indicator (੬ pg. 52, 53)
Refer to “Animation” and “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 26).
REC TIME
Refer to “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 26).
INT. TIME
TELE MACRO
OFF
ON
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus
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 or FRENCH) 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
ON
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”.
: Factory-preset
EN25
Date/Time Insert
Set the Power Switch to “ ”.
1
2
3
4
5
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 (੬ pg. 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 “ ”.
1
2
3
4
5
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 French. Change the setting in
TITLE LANG. in SYSTEM MENU. (੬ pg. 24).
Rotate MENU to select “TITLE” and press it. The
TITLE Menu appears.
T I TLE
OFF
Rotate MENU to select the desired mode, then press
it. The desired mode is activated.
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.)
26EN
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.
1
2
● 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
3
4
”
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
5
OFF
1
1
1
5
/
/
4
2
S
S
S
S
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
15
S
S
30
1
5
M I N
M I N
Set “REC TIME” (੬ step 1 and 2 of “Animation”
above).
1
2
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
15
S
1
S
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and
Recording time
indicator
intervals alternate automatically.
3
4
To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “
” is not
”, then set “REC TIME” and
displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to
display “
“INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.
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 “ ”.
1
Manual Exposure
Screen
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
00
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).
5
+
06
–06
Press MENU. The setting is complete. The Menu
To darken the image
6
7
Screen reappears with the highlight bar on
“
RETURN”.
Press MENU. The Menu Screen disappears and the
exposure control level counter reappers 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.)
28EN
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 “ ”.
1
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
4
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.
5
“
” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate MENU
downward. “ ” appears and blinks.
Press MENU. The setting is complete. The Menu
6
7
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
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.
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
various types of lighting.
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
1
2
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”.
1
3
4
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
2
3
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.
5
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
30EN
Load a tape (੬ pg. 13).
1
2
Set the Power Switch to “
To start playback, press 4/6.
•To stop playback, press 5.
”.
Stop (5) Button
•Press
2
to rewind, or
3
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.
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).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD
monitor with it flipped over and retracted.
● If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen
may become black. This is not a malfunction.
Speaker
”.
Set to “
LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment: 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: 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.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.
1) Press
3
for forward or
2
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.
2
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): 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. 44
PLAYBACK Connections
32EN
Use the provided A/V cable and S-Video cable.
To TV or VCR
To S-Video
To S-Video
Input
Output
TV
S-Video cable
A/V cable
White to
Audio Input
White to
Audio Output
VCR
Yellow to
Video Input
When the S-Video
cable is not used.
Yellow to
Video Output
p
[
(
)
Connector cover*
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector
Use the provided Cable Adapter.
Cable Adapter
A/V cable
TV
or
VCR
Camcorder
When the S-Video cable is
not used.
Yellow
Yellow
p
[
(
)
S-Video cable
“Y/C”/“CVBS” Video Out
Select Switch
NOTES:
Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required:
Y/C : When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y/C signals and uses an S-Video cable.
CVBS : When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y/C signals and uses an A/V cable.
EN33
Basic Connections
Tape Dubbing
Make sure all units are turned off.
Following the illustration on pg. 32, connect the
camcorder and the VCR.
1
2
1
2
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
3
4
5
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.
3
4
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.
5
6
7
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.
● 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
34EN
Cassette Adapter (optional)
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 (optional) adapter is battery powered and
automatically performs tape loading and unloading.
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one
1
2
“AA (R6)” size battery as shown, then reattach the
cover.
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment
door, then insert the cassette and close the compart-
ment door.
VCR
Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the
tape back as you would any other.
Compartment door
3
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 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.
●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.
●During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame,
etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear
on the screen.
Sliding latch
Compact video cassette
●To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with
adhesive tape.
Reels
Recording safety hole
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM607 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.
1
RM-V715U
(provided)
RM-V700U (optional)
#
@
1
%
2
8
2
$
7
8
3
4
5
6
9
0
!
@
9
0
^
5
4
3
!
6
7
&
Functions
Buttons
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set
to “ ” or “ ”.
With the camcorder’s Power Switch
set to “ ”.
1 Infrared beam
Transmits the beam signal.
transmitting window
2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 16)
Zoom in/out (੬ pg. 37)
3 PLAY Button
—
Playback start (੬ pg. 30)
4 REW Button
Retake (rewind), Quick Review
(੬ pg. 17)
Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search
(੬ pg. 30)
5 STOP Button
—
Stop (੬ pg. 30)
Insert Editing (੬ pg. 38)
—
6 INSERT Button
—
7 REC TIME Button
Animation, Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 37)
ANIM. Button
8 START/STOP Button
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
9 FF Button
Retake (forward) (੬ pg. 17)
Fast-Forward, Forward Shuttle Search
(੬ pg. 30)
0 PAUSE Button
—
—
Pause (੬ pg. 30)
Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 39)
—
! A.DUB Button
@ INT. TIME Button
Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 37)
SELF TIMER Button*
# PAUSE IN Connector
$ MBR SET Button
% VISS Button
—
੬ pg. 41
—
੬ pg. 40
Ineffective
^ VCR CTL Button
& R.A.EDIT Buttons
—
—
੬ pg. 40
੬ pg. 42
*This function is unavailable with this camcorder.
# – & : RM-V700U only
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM607 only) (cont.)
36EN
Installing The Batteries
(RM-V715U, provided)
1
The remote control uses two ”AAA (R03)” size
batteries. See “General Battery Precautions”
(੬ pg. 45).
3
2
Open the battery compartment cover as
1
2
3
illustrated.
Insert two ”AAA (R03)” size batteries in the
correct direction.
Replace the battery compartment cover.
A
B
Installing The Battery
(RM-V700U, optional)
1
The remote control uses one lithium battery
(CR2025).
2
3
Lock hole
: Pull out the battery holder while sliding the
1
1
lock hole.
: Pinch the release tab and pull out the
battery holder.
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to
2
3
have the “+” mark visible.
Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.
•Read the cautions in the instructions provided
with the RM-V700U.
2
3
1
Knob
1
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 RM-V715U remote control unit to perform this
procedure.
● Make sure that the TBC mode is activated (੬ pg. 31).
1) Press PLAY to find the scene of interest.
2) 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 End Zoom . . .
.... press and hold W until magnification returns to
normal. Or, press STOP and then press PLAY.
ZOOM (T/W)
NOTES:
PLAY
STOP
● Zoom can also be used during still playback.
● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image
may suffer.
RM-V715U
● 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.
Display
Animation and Time-Lapse
The remote control lets you set/release Interval Time and
Recording Time without using the Menu Screen.
Interval time
indicator
Animation
1) Set
1
1
M I N
/
2
S
Recording time
indicator
Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 26
(“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote control.
Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Recording Time
indicator appears, changing in the following order:
1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and no indication (off).
2) Release
Remote sensor
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 26, press
REC TIME on the remote control until the Recording
Time indicator disappears.
Time-Lapse
1) Set
Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 26 (“Time-
Lapse”), press REC TIME and INT. TIME on the remote
control. Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Recording
Time indicator appears, changing in the following
order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and no indication (off). Each
time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Time indicator
appears, changing in the following order: 15S, 30S,
1MIN, 5MIN and no indication (off).
2) Release
START/STOP
Instead of using the Menu in step 4 on pg. 26 (“Time-
Lapse”), press REC TIME and INT. TIME on the remote
control until the indicators disappear.
INT. TIME
REC. TIME
NOTE:
Also refer to pg. 26.
RM-V715U
RM-V700U
(optional)
OR
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM607 only) (cont.)
38EN
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 “
”.
1
2
3
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and
press PAUSE.
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 to go a little beyond the beginning of the
scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the
recorded tape, and press PAUSE exactly at the Edit-In
point where the new scene should start.
4
5
w
Insert editing
indicator
Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. 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
M
0
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.
6
7
Remote sensor
To end Insert Editing, press STOP.
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
REW
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP
INSERT
RM-V715U
RM-V700U
(optional)
OR
EN39
Display
Audio Dubbing
e
4
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.
–
:
:
M
0
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 to go a little beyond the beginning of the
Remote sensor
1
scene onto which you want to dub the new audio,
press PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press
PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should
start.
Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE. The Audio Dub-
Standby mode is engaged.
2
3
To begin Audio Dubbing, press PLAY. 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.
4
START/STOP
REW
PLAY
NOTES:
● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or
the edit points will not be accurate.
PAUSE
A.DUB
● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s
volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.
STOP
NOTES
RM-V715U
RM-V700U
(optional)
OR
(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 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-SXM607 only) (cont.)
40EN
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
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is
VCR (Recording deck)
more easily performed when the RM-V700U MBR
(Multi-Brand Remote, ੬ pg. 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 lithium battery is
installed in the remote control RM-V700U
(੬ pg. 36).
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
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).
MBR SET
VCR CTL
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
1
0
•The code is automatically set once you release
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.
RM-V700U (optional)
Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding VCR CTL, 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 VCR CTL for this one).
2
VCR CODE LIST
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
VCR BRAND
NAME
BUTTONS
(A) (B)
You are now ready to try Random Assemble
Editing.
AKAI
6
6
7
2ꢀ
4ꢀ
7
PHILIPS
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
3
7
3
3
9
9
1
1
6
6
3
3
9
9
9
3
9ꢀ
5ꢀ
1ꢀ
4ꢀ
1ꢀ
6ꢀ
2ꢀ
3ꢀ
2ꢀ
6ꢀ
5
1ꢀ
6
5ꢀ
`
5ꢀ
`ꢀ
9ꢀ
1ꢀ
1ꢀ
6ꢀ
7ꢀ
2
IMPORTANT
BLAUPUNKT
FERGUSON
1
3
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.
9
9
3
7ꢀ
8ꢀ
2
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
1
3
4ꢀ
4
ꢀ
ꢀ
SANYO
6
6
6ꢀ
3
SELECO,
REX
JVC
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ
6ꢀ
3
● 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.
SHARP
SONY
MITSUBISHI
6
6
7ꢀ
8
NEC
3
3
7ꢀ
8
ꢀ
THOMSON,
TELEFUNKEN,
SABA,
PANASONIC
1
1
1
9
1
3ꢀ
7ꢀ
1ꢀ
4ꢀ
8
NORDMENDE
TOSHIBA
6
6
9ꢀ
1
EN41
MAKE CONNECTIONS
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE
1
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
To
J terminal
(JLIP)
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
To S-Video
output
connector
Open
the cover.
VCR OTHER THAN TYPE
OR
To Video* output
and Audio output
connectors
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s
PAUSE-IN connector.
Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the
2
3
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
A/V
cable
Editing cable
NOTES:
(ø3.5 mini-plug
cable) (optional)
● If your VCR has an S-Video input connector or a SCART
connector compatible with Y/C signals, connect the
camcorder and the VCR using the provided S-Video
cable. This can improve the dubbed picture quality.
● If you use the cable adapter, set the “Y/C”/“CVBS” video
out select switch as required.
To AUDIO
(L/MONO),
VIDEO* and
Y/C : When connecting to a VCR which accepts Y/C
signals and uses an S-Video cable.
-IN connectors
“Y/C”/“CVBS”
video out
select switch
CVBS : When connecting to a VCR which does not
accept Y/C signals and uses an A/V cable.
If your VCR has the
SCART connector,
use the cable adapter.
To Remote
PAUSE
VCR
To PAUSE-IN
TV
RM-V700U
(optional)
* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM607 only) (cont.)
42EN
SELECT SCENES
Remote sensor
Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
4
5
6
sensor. Press PLAY, then press ON/OFF on the remote
control. The R.A. Edit counter display appears.
Press REW or FF to locate the beginning of the scene
you want, then press IN/OUT to register that point.
The data appears under “IN” on the display.
Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and
press 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.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional scene (as
7
8
many as 8).
Power Switch
To make corrections, press CANCEL during steps 5
and 6 to erase the most recently registered point.
FF
REW
PAUSE
CANCEL
ON/OFF
PLAY
IN/OUT
NOTES:
● There must be at least one second between an in-point
and its corresponding out-point.
RM-V700U
(optional)
● 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.
I N
OUT
:
:
– – : – – : – –
1
0
00 25
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
● 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.
● Pressing ON/OFF clears all in- and out-points from
memory.
● 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.
:
:
:
COUNTER
TOTAL
0
0
00 25
:
00 00
I N
OUT
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
0
0
0
00 25
03 18
0
0
0
01 05
:
:
03 31
:
:
:
02 33
02 53
– – : – – : – –
04 11
:
:
:
COUNTER
TOTAL
0
0
04 11
:
01 13
EN43
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
Original tape (camcorder)
1
IN
3
2
IN
Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of
OUT
IN OUT
OUT
9
10
the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE.
Point the remote control towards the VCR’s infrared
sensor and press VCR REC STBY, 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)
11
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 on both units. To make the R.A. Edit
counter display disappear, press ON/OFF.
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the
editing cable and the A/V cable.
PAUSE (6) Button
12
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
RM-V700U
(optional)
VCR REC STBY
ON/OFF
DETAILS
44EN
I T E M S
N O T E S
❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10° and 35°C. 20° 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 noted above 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 discharing:
•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 authorized JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/time
as necessary before you start shooting.
➪ Date/Time
Settings
(੬ pg. 9)
❍ When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” 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.
➪ Recording
(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.
❍ The “TBC” indicator turns green (grey with a camcorder equipped with a
➪ TBC
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.
CAUTIONS
EN45
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.
... 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.
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.
Use only the following batteries:
Remote control ................. AAA (R03) size x 2
(RM-V715U)
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.
NOTES:
●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
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.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as
they can leak or explode.
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.
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.
CAUTIONS (cont.)
46EN
Cassettes
Main Unit
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
... open the camcorder’s chassis.
... disassemble or modify the unit.
... 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.
... near a television set.
... 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.
... 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.
EN47
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.
2. To prolong service life . . .
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use. These are not malfunctions:
the Close button.
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
Remove dust using a blower brush.
Serious malfunctioning
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
48EN
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 (੬ pg. 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, 37).
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.
EN49
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 (੬ pg. 8).
● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of
Auto Focus (੬ pg. 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
(੬ pg. 53) 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
50EN
p
#
$
%
^
Q
q
y u
1
2
3
4
5
w
e
6 7 8 9 0 !
r
t
(
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&
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i
W
)
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R
T
I
Y
U
EN51
Controls
Connectors
1 Video Light Switch [LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]
The connectors q to t are located beneath the
cover.
(GR-SXM607 only)............................... ੬ pg. 17
2 Stop Button [STOP] .............................. ੬ pg. 30
q S-Video Output Connector [S] .............. ੬ pg. 32
w Audio Output Connector [A] ................ ੬ pg. 32
e Video Output Connector [V] ................ ੬ pg. 32
3 •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... ੬ pg. 17
•Quick Review Button [
R] ............ ੬ pg. 17
•Rewind Button [R]............................. ੬ pg. 30
r J Terminal/Edit Connector
4 Play/Pause Button ................................ ੬ pg. 30
[JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)/EDIT]
•Connect the editing cable when performing
Random Assemble Editing (੬ pg. 40 – 43).
•It is used to connect the camcorder to a device
such as a personal computer.
5 •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... ੬ pg. 17
•Fast-Forward Button [F] ..................... ੬ pg. 30
6 •Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE] ........ ੬ pg. 19
•Counter Reset/Memory Button
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.
[COUNTER R/M] .............................. ੬ pg. 31
7 Program AE Button [P. AE] .................... ੬ pg. 20
8 Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT] .......... ੬ pg. 21
9 NIGHT-SCOPE Button ......................... ੬ pg. 18
0 REFRESH Button .................................... ੬ pg. 6
! EJECT Switch ....................................... ੬ pg. 13
@ Close Button ........................................ ੬ pg. 13
t DC IN Connector............................... ੬ pg. 6, 7
Indicators
y CHARGE Lamp...................................... ੬ pg. 6
# •MENU Wheel [–, +] .......................... ੬ pg. 22
•BRIGHT Wheel [–, +] ................. ੬ pg. 14, 30
•TRACKING Wheel [–, +] ................... ੬ pg. 31
u •Power Lamp ..................................... ੬ pg. 14
•REFRESH Lamp ................................... ੬ pg. 6
$ Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT] ............. ੬ pg. 18
Other Parts
% •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 16
i LCD Monitor ................................. ੬ pg. 14, 15
o Shoulder Strap Eyelets ............................ ੬ pg. 8
p Eyepiece
Q Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 6
W Viewfinder ............................................. ੬ pg. 8
E Speaker ............................................... ੬ pg. 30
•Speaker Volume Control [VOL.] ........ ੬ pg. 30
^ •Picture Stabiliser Button
[P. STABILIZER] ................................. ੬ pg. 16
•Time Base Corrector Button [TBC] ..... ੬ pg. 31
& Power Switch
[
, OFF,
,
] ...................... ੬ pg. 14, 30
* Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 14
R •Camera sensor
( Battery Release Switch
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
•Remote Sensor
[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. ੬ pg. 6
) Dioptre Adjustment Control ................... ੬ pg. 8
(GR-SXM607 only) ............................ ੬ pg. 36
T Grip Strap .............................................. ੬ pg. 8
Y Microphone......................................... ੬ pg. 39
U Video Light
(GR-SXM607 only)............................... ੬ pg. 17
I Tripod Mounting Socket ......................... ੬ pg. 8
INDEX Indications
52EN
Indications During Recording
1
2
3
4
5
6
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S–ET
T
40
7
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&
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8
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02
9
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1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... ੬ pg. 44
5 Tape Length Indicator .......................... ੬ pg. 12
Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.
6 Zoom Indicator Bar .............................. ੬ pg. 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.
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.
7 Recording Indicator ............................. ੬ pg. 14
! Picture Stabiliser Indicator.................... ੬ pg. 16
@ Interval Time/Recording Time
Indicator ........................................ ੬ pg. 26, 37
# Bright Level Indicator ........................... ੬ pg. 14
$ Instant Title Display ............................. ੬ pg. 25
% Date/Time Display ............................... ੬ pg. 25
^ Focus Indicator .................................... ੬ pg. 28
& Exposure Control Level Counter ........... ੬ pg. 27
* White Balance Mode Indicator............. ੬ pg. 29
( S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording Indicator ... ੬ pg. 10
) Record–Standby Mode Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 14
•Night-Scope Indicator................... 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.
4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET) ..... ੬ pg. 10
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: Cassette Indicator
Indications During Playback
2 3
Displayed when a tape is loaded.
•w: Insert Editing Indicator .................. ੬ pg. 38
Displayed during Insert Editing.
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2 TBC Indicator ...................................... ੬ pg. 31
3 Playback Special Effect Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 31
4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET) ..... ੬ pg. 10
5 Tape Counter ................................. ੬ pg. 31, 38
6 Tape Running Indicator
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7 Tracking Indicator ................................ ੬ pg. 31
8 Tape Counter ....................................... ੬ pg. 38
Displayed only during Insert Editing.
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Bright Level Indicator ........................ ੬ pg. 30
•VOLUME:
Speaker Volume Indicator.................. 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)
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. 44)
TAPE END
LENS CAP
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.
TERMS
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Monotone Mode ........................................... pg. 21
Mosaic Mode ................................................ pg. 21
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AC Adapter ............................................. pg. 5, 6, 7
Animation Recording .............................. pg. 26, 37
Audio Dubbing ............................................. pg. 39
Auto Date Record ......................................... pg. 25
Auto Focus.................................................... pg. 28
Auto Shut Off .......................................... pg. 15, 30
ND Effect Mode ............................................ pg. 20
Nega/Posi Mode ........................................... pg. 21
Night-Scope .................................................. pg. 18
P
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Picture Stabiliser ........................................... pg. 16
Power Switch Position .................................. pg. 14
Program AE With Special Effects ................... pg. 20
Provided Accessories ...................................... pg. 4
Battery Pack .......................................... pg. 6, 7, 45
Brighten The Image ....................................... pg. 27
Brighten The LCD Monitor ............................ pg. 14
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Cassette Adapter ........................................... pg. 34
Charge Marker ................................................ pg. 7
Charging The Battery Pack .............................. pg. 6
Classic Film Mode ........................................ pg. 21
Clean The Camcorder ................................... pg. 47
Connection To A VCR/TV ............................. pg. 32
Contents ................................................ cover page
Counter Memory ........................................... pg. 31
Quick Review ............................................... pg. 17
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Recording Format ......................................... pg. 10
Record-Standby ............................................ pg. 14
Remote Control............................................. pg. 35
Retake ........................................................... pg. 17
Rewind The Tape .......................................... pg. 30
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Self-Recording .............................................. pg. 15
Sepia Mode................................................... pg. 21
Shoulder Strap Attachment .............................. pg. 8
Shuttle Search ............................................... pg. 30
Snapshot ....................................................... pg. 18
Specifications................................................ pg. 55
Sports Mode.................................................. pg. 20
Still Playback ................................................ pg. 30
Stretch Mode ................................................ pg. 21
Strobe Mode ................................................. pg. 21
Super VHS Expansion Technology................. pg. 10
Darken The Image ........................................ pg. 27
Darken The LCD Monitor ............................. pg. 14
Date/Time Display ........................................ pg. 25
Date/Time Settings .......................................... pg. 9
Demonstration Mode ................................ pg. 4, 24
Digital Effects ................................................ pg. 21
Digital Zoom .......................................... pg. 16, 23
Diopter Adjustment ......................................... pg. 8
E
Electronic Fog Filter Mode ............................ pg. 20
Erase Protection ............................................ pg. 13
Exposure Control .......................................... pg. 27
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Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 31, 38
Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 32, 33
Tape Length Setting ....................................... pg. 12
Tele Macro .................................................... pg. 24
Time Base Corrector ..................................... pg. 31
Time-Lapse Shooting ............................... pg. 26, 37
Tracking ........................................................ pg. 31
Tripod Mounting ............................................. pg. 8
Twilight Mode ............................................... pg. 20
F
Fade-In/Out .................................................. pg. 19
Fast-Forward Tape ......................................... pg. 30
G
Grip Adjustment.............................................. pg. 8
H
High Speed Shutter Mode ............................. pg. 20
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Insert Editing ................................................. pg. 38
Instant Titles .................................................. pg. 25
Unload A Tape .............................................. pg. 13
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Video Echo Mode ......................................... pg. 21
Video Light ................................................... pg. 17
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................... pg. 8
JLIP ID NO. ................................................... pg. 24
Journalistic Shooting ..................................... pg. 15
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LCD monitor/Viewfinder, Indications ...... pg. 52, 53
Load A Tape .................................................. pg. 13
White Balance Adjustment ............................ pg. 29
Wide Mode ................................................... pg. 23
Wipe-In/Out.................................................. pg. 19
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Manual Focus ............................................... pg. 28
Z
Menu Screen......................................... pg. 22 – 24
Zooming ....................................................... pg. 16
SPECIFICATIONS
EN55
LCD monitor
Speaker
: 3" diagonally measured,
Camcorder
LCD panel/TFT active matrix
system (GR-SXM607 only)
2.5" diagonally measured,
LCD panel/TFT active matrix
system (GR-SXM55 only)
General
Format
: S-VHS/VHS PAL standard
Power source
: DC 11 V
(Using AC Adapter)
DC 6 V
(Using battery pack)
: Monaural
Connectors
JLIP/EDIT
: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head
jack (compatible with
RC-5325 plug)
Power consumption
Viewfinder on
LCD monitor on
Video light*
: 4.0 W
: 4.5 W
: 3.0 W
Video
: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω unbalanced,
analogue output
*GR-SXM607 only.
(via Video output connector)
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ analogue
Signal system
: PAL-type
Audio
S-Video
Video recording system
output
Luminance
Colour
: FM recording
: Converted sub-carrier
direct recording
(via Audio output connector)
: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω,
analogue output
C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω,
analogue output
Conforms to VHS standard
Cassette
:
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cassette
Tape speed
SP
LP
: 23.39 mm/sec.
: 11.70 mm/sec.
AC Adapter AP-V10EG
Power requirement : AC 110 V to 240 V`,
Recording time (max.)
SP
LP
50 Hz/60 Hz
: 60 minutes
: 120 minutes
(with EC-60 cassette)
Output
: DC 11 V
, 1 A
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
: 59 mm x 31 mm x
84 mm
Operating
temperature
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%
Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C
: 0°C to 40°C
Weight
: Approx. 140 g
(not including Power Cord)
Weight
: Approx. 910 g
(GR-SXM607 only)
Approx. 900 g
Optional Accessories
•Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U
(GR-SXM55 only)
•Compact S-VHS (
•Compact VHS (
) Cassettes SE-C45/30
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
: 200 mm x 112 mm x
118 mm
(with the LCD monitor closed
and with the viewfinder full
tilted downward)
) Cassettes EC-60/45/30
•Remote Control Unit RM-V700U
•Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U
•Cassette Adapter C-P7U
Pickup
Lens
: 1/4" format CCD
: F1.6, f = 3.9 mm to 62.4 mm,
16:1 power zoom lens with
auto iris and macro control,
filter diameter 40.5 mm
Some accessories are not available in some areas.
Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on
accessories and their availability.
Viewfinder
: Electronic viewfinder with
0.5" black/white CRT
White balance
adjustment
: Auto/Manual adjustment
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
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