Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read
“PRECAUTIONS” (
pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.
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Printed in Japan
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AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”
(factory-preset).
• Available when the Power Switch @ is set to “ ” or “ ”.
• Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation
is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
• “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.
• To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch
while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s Setting Menu (so you will not
have to go through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the MENU Wheel
NOTES:
• When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the
camcorder, demonstration is not available.
• If you do not detach the Lens Cap, you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration
activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder.
* Applicable models only.
@
to “ ” and press the MENU Wheel 1 in
1
to select “OFF” and press it.
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
• AC Adapter
AP-V12EG, AP-V11EG or AP-V10EG
• Cassette Adapter C-P7U
• Remote Control Unit
RM-V715U
(GR-SXM78EA/SXM780A/
SXM480A/SXM280A only)
• Power Cord
• CD-ROM
(GR-SXM78EA/
SXM780A only)
• Lens Cap
• AAA (R03) Battery x 2
(for Remote Control
Unit, GR-SXM78EA/
SXM780A/SXM480A/
SXM280A only)
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with
one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be
connected to the camcorder.
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only)
PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS
To avoid electric shock or damage to the
unit, first firmly insert the small end of the
power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no
longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end
of the power cord into an AC outlet.
CAUTIONS
• If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming
from the camcorder or AC adapter, shut it down
and unplug it immediately. Continue using the
camcorder or AC adapter under these conditions
could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your
JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the
malfunction yourself.
• To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
• When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long
period of time, it is recommended that you
disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.
NOTES:
• The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
• The rating information and safety caution of the
AC Adapter are on its bottom.
CAUTIONS
• This camcorder is designed to be used with
PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be
used for playback with a television of a different
standard. However, live recording and LCD
monitor*/viewfinder playback are possible
anywhere.
• Use the JVC BN-V11U**/V12U/V20U/V400U
battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply
power to the camcorder from an AC outlet, use
the provided multi-voltage AC Adapter. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be
necessary to accommodate different designs of
AC outlets in different countries.)
Cassettes marked and can be used used with this camcorder.
However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked
3
.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space
on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the 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 the local rules or
laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines,
flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
ATTENTION USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY
NON-REMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND
PRODUCTS CAN BE RECYCLED.
AT THE END OF NORMAL LIFE,
IN AUSTRALIA,RETURN TO YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE OR MAIL TO:
Hagemeyer (Australasia) B.V. 5-7 Garema Circuit Kingsgrove NSW 2208 Australia
Attn : Service Dept.
Phone : (02)750 3777
IN NEW ZEALAND, PLEASE RETURN BATTERIES BY MAIL TO:
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the
camcorder and push the battery in until it locks
in place.
• If the battery pack is attached in the wrong
position, a malfunction may occur.
2) Set the Power Switch
AC Adapter to the DC IN connector
connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter.
3) Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The
CHARGE lamp
has started.
4) When the CHARGE lamp
stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC
Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC
Adapter from the camcorder.
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .
... slide BATTERY RELEASE
battery pack.
Battery pack
BN-V11U*
BN-V12U (optional)
BN-V20U** (optional)
BN-V400U (optional)
Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
* GR-SXM780A/SXM480A/SXM280A/SXM180A/SX140A
only.
** Provided with GR-SXM78EA/SXM48EA only.
@
to “OFF”. Connect the
*
blinks to indicate charging
*
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 1 hr. 30 min.
approx. 2 hrs. 20 min.
approx. 4 hrs. 30 min.
To DC IN
connector
9
, then
stops blinking but
8
and pull out the
Charging time
USING THE BATTERY PACK
Perform step 1) of “CHARGING THE BATTERY
PACK ”.
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)
Battery pack
BN-V11U
BN-V12U
(optional)
BN-V20U
(optional)
BN-V400U
(optional)
Viewfinder on
12
95100
(50)(50)
95100
(50)(50)
150165
(85)(90)
360385
(205)(210)
LCD monitor on
1
80
(45)
80
(45)
135
(75)
315
(190)
1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor
2 When using GR-SX140A
( ):when the video light is on (GR-SXM78EA/SXM48EA/
SXM780A/SXM480A/SXM280A only)
USING AC POWER
Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder ( step
2)and 3) of “CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK”).
• The provided AC Adapter features automatic
voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to
240 V.
ATTENTION
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.
REFRESH:
Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before
recharging or storing it for a long period of time,
otherwise the battery performance will be reduced.
1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of “CHARGING
THE BATTERY PACK”.
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2) Press REFRESH
REFRESH lamp
discharging has started.
3) When discharging is finished, charging
automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp
blinks.
Charge marker helps you remember
whether the battery pack has been
charged or not. Two colours are provided
(red and black)—you choose which one
means charged and which means
discharged.
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• During charging or discharging, the camcorder
cannot be operated.
• Charging and discharging is not possible if the
wrong type of battery is used.
• When charging the battery pack for the first time
or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp
*
may not light. Remove the battery pack from
the camcorder, then try charging again.
• If a fully-charged battery’s operation time remains
extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please
purchase a new one.
• Perform charging where the temperature is
between 10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal
temperature range for charging. If the environment
is too cold, charging may be incomplete.
• Charging time varies according to the ambient
temperature and the status of the battery pack.
• Since the AC Adapter processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to
use it only in well-ventilated areas.
• The following operation stops charging or
discharging:
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• 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.
• Using the optional AA-V15 AC Power Adapter/
Charger, you can charge the BN-V11U/V12U/
V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder.
However, it cannot be used as an AC adapter.
• To avoid interference with reception, do not use
the AC Adapter near a radio.
• Recording time is reduced significantly when
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged
repeatedly or the LCD monitor* is used
repeatedly.
• Before extended use, it is recommended that you
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
planned shooting time.
* Applicable models only.
Date/Time Settings
1) Set the Power Switch @ to “ ”.
2) Press the MENU Wheel
Screen appears.
• You can select the language (ENGLISH,
CHINESE or ARABIC) of messages in menu
screens (
pg. 18, 21 “MENU LANG.” in
SYSTEM MENU).
3) Rotate the MENU Wheel
4
TO SYSTEM MENU” and press it to display
“
SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel
4
select “
NEXT” and press it to display the next
page.
4) Rotate the MENU Wheel
TIME” and press it. The DATE/TIME Menu
appears.
5) To set “YEAR”, “MONTH”, “DAY” or “TIME”
(hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel
select the desired item, and press it. When the
setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel
1
until the correct setting appears and then
press it. The setting stops blinking.
6) When none of these settings (“YEAR”,
“MONTH”, “DAY”, “TIME”) blinks, rotate the
MENU Wheel
1
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight
4
bar on “
RETURN”.
7) Press the MENU Wheel
Screen.
• To display the date and time in the camcorder’s
display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME
pg. 19) in CAMERA MENU.
DISP. (
• The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the
built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an
authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the
date/time as necessary before you start shooting.
1
in. The Menu
1
to select
1
1
to select “DATE/
1
to
to select “EXIT”, and press it.
1
in to close the Menu
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Grip Adjustment
1) Separate the Velcro strip.
2) Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp
the grip.
3) Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button
3
Power Zoom Lever
. Refasten the Velcro strip.
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Tripod Mounting
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the
tripod with the tripod mounting socket
tighten the screw.
CAUTION
When using a tripod, be
sure to open and extend
its legs fully to stabilise
the camcorder. To
prevent damage to the
unit caused by falling
over, do not use a
small-sized tripod.
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Viewfinder Adjustment
1) Set the Power Switch @ to “ ” or “ ”.
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2) Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
until the
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PAUSE
Shoulder Strap Attachment
Thread the strap through the eyelet y, then fold it
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the
procedure to attach the other end of the strap to
the other eyelet
twisted. Adjust the length.
y
, making sure the strap is not
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
1) Open the LCD monitor fully*. Slide EJECT
until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force
to open.
2) Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting,
make sure the label is facing outward.
appears when a cassette is loaded.
3) Press the Close button
holder until it locks into place. Close the LCD
monitor*.
• Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is
still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor*.
• Make sure the erase protection tab is in the position
that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some
cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been
removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
• The cassette holder cannot be opened while the
camcorder is in the record mode or detached from
the power source.
* Applicable models only.
Cassette holder
i
to close the cassette
Gear
Erase
Protection tab
t
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Turn to
take up
slack.
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Cassette
holder
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Eyepiece
CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
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(applicable models only)
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Microphone
Video light (GR-SXM78EA/SXM48EA/
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During shooting
Keep the lens
cap attached to
the camcorder.
LCD monitor
(applicable
models only)
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