JVC GR FX53 User Manual

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER  
ENGLISH  
GR-FX53  
GR-FX43  
GR-FX33  
GR-FX23  
INSTRUCTIONS  
LYT0341-001B  
EN  
MAJOR FEATURES  
CONTENTS  
EN3  
4 – 11  
GETTING STARTED  
Power ............................................ 4  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/  
Programme AE with Special Effects  
(pg. 20 – 21)  
•Electronic Fog Filter •ND Effect  
•Sepia •Twilight •Sports •Nega/Posi  
•1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Snapshot (GR-FX53 only) (pg. 18)  
5-Sec. Recording (GR-FX43/FX33/FX23  
only) (pg. 16)  
Menu Adjustment (pg. 24, 25, 26)  
Picture Stabilizer (pg. 16)  
Digital Hyper Zoom (pg. 14)  
Integrated Auto Light (GR-FX53 only)  
(pg. 17)  
Removal ........................................ 6  
Date/Time Settings............................. 7  
Recording Mode Setting ....................... 8  
Tape Length Setting............................. 8  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ............... 9  
Grip Adjustment ...............................10  
Viewfinder Adjustment ......................10  
Shoulder Strap Attachment ..................11  
Tripod Mounting ...............................11  
RECORDING  
12 – 33  
Basic Recording................................12  
Basic Features .................................14  
Advanced Features............................18  
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
PLAYBACK  
34 – 39  
Basic Playback.................................34  
Features ........................................35  
Using The Cassette Adapter .................37  
Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing ....... 38  
AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V15EG  
Cassette Adapter  
C-P7U (GR-FX53/  
FX43/FX33 only)  
USING THE REMOTE  
CONTROL UNIT  
40– 47  
Random Assemble Editing ...................42  
Insert Editing ..................................46  
Audio Dubbing .................................47  
Remote Control  
RM-V700U  
(GR-FX53 only)  
Remote Control  
Unit RM-V705U  
(GR-FX43 only)  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
48 – 49  
INDEX  
50 – 52  
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 50  
Indications .....................................52  
Editing Cable  
(GR-FX53 only)  
CAUTIONS  
53 – 54  
55  
Battery Pack  
BN-V12U  
SPECIFICATIONS  
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES  
55  
DC Cord  
Audio/Video  
(A/V) cable  
Lithium Battery CR2025  
• x1 for GR-FX33/FX23  
(clock operation)  
• x2 for GR-FX53/FX43  
(clock operation and  
remote control)  
Shoulder Strap  
GETTING STARTED  
4
EN  
Marks  
Power  
This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you choose  
the most appropriate source of power.  
To AC outlet  
CHARGE indicator  
NOTES:  
No function is available without power supply.  
Use only the specified power supply.  
Do not use provided power supply units with other  
equipment.  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
REFRESH switch  
SUPPLY POWER  
1 Connect the charger’s AC power cord to a wall outlet.  
REFRESH indicator  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
2 Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the  
REFRESH  
direction of the arrow until it locks in place.  
The AC Power Adapter/Charger features a  
REFRESH function that allows you to fully  
discharge the battery pack before recharg-  
ing.  
Perform the REFRESH function after no less  
than 5 chargings.  
The CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate  
charging has started.  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
3 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays lit,  
charging is finished. Slide the battery pack opposite the  
direction of the arrow.  
To discharge the battery . . .  
.... attach the battery pack to the adapter as  
shown in the above illustration. Then  
push REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator  
lights when discharging starts, and goes  
out when discharging is complete.  
Battery pack  
BN-V12U  
BN-V20U  
Charging time  
Discharging time  
approx. 3 hrs. 30 min.  
approx. 6 hrs. 40 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
A
Hook on.  
Push in.  
ATTACH BATTERY PACK  
B
1 Hook its end to the camcorder (  
) and push the battery  
pack in until it locks in place (  
) .  
DETACH BATTERY PACK  
2 Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
Battery pack  
BN-V12U  
BN-V20U  
GR-FX53  
75 (40)  
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23  
75  
115 (70)  
115  
BATTERY RELEASE  
(
) : when the video light is on (GR-FX53 only).  
INFORMATION:  
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the BN-V856U battery pack  
and AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.  
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.  
The BN-V856U battery pack provides approx. 7 hours of  
recording time when the video light is off. Also read thor-  
oughly the VU-V856KIT’s instruction manuals.  
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery pack using  
the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger. Use the optional  
AA-V80EG AC Power Adapter/Charger.  
EN5  
Charge Marker  
A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to  
help you remember whether it has been charged or  
not. Two colours are provided (red and black)—you  
choose which one means charged and which means  
discharged.  
Charge marker  
ATRED  
ENIGST  
NOTES:  
The recording time per charge is affected by such factors as the time spent in Record-Standby mode and the  
frequency of zooming. It is safer to have spare battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time.  
Charging times noted on page 4 are for a fully discharged battery pack, and discharging times are for a fully  
charged battery pack.  
Charging and discharging times vary according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack.  
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from  
your camcorder.  
Perform the REFRESH function after no less than 5 chargings.  
While the AC Power Adapter/Charger’s power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet, it is possible to  
discharge the battery by pressing the REFRESH switch. During that time, the AC Power Adapter/Charger does  
not charge the battery. When discharging is complete, detach the battery from the AC Power Adapter/  
Charger to store it.  
High temperatures can damage the battery pack, so use only where good ventilation is available. Do not  
allow it to discharge in a container, such as a bag.  
If you stop recharging or discharging part way through, make sure to remove the battery pack before  
unplugging the adapter’s AC cord.  
Remove the battery pack from the adapter immediately after discharging.  
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.  
Make sure you unplug the DC cord before charging or discharging the battery pack.  
The CHARGE indicator may not light properly with a brand new battery pack, or with one that has been  
stored for an extended period. In this case, remove and reattach the battery pack and recharge it. The  
CHARGE indicator should blink during recharging. If not, contact your nearest JVC dealer.  
USING AC POWER  
To AC outlet  
To DC IN jack  
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as  
shown in the illustration).  
DC OUT  
terminal  
NOTES:  
The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from  
110 V to 240 V.  
When using the DC cord, make sure you connect  
the end of the cord with the core filter to the  
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.  
AC Power  
Adapter/Charger  
AA-V15EG  
DC Cord  
USING A CAR BATTERY  
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter  
(connect as shown in the illustration).  
To car’s  
cigarette  
lighter socket  
NOTES:  
When using the car battery, leave the engine  
idling.  
The optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (BH-V3E)  
can also be used to charge the battery pack (except  
BN-V20U/V856U).  
When using the optional Car Battery Charger/  
Adapter, refer to the respective instruction booklet.  
Car Battery  
Charger/Adapter  
BH-V3E (optional)  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
6
EN  
Slot  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal  
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to  
perform date/time settings.  
SWITCH OFF POWER  
1 Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power  
supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery  
Charger, etc.).  
REMOVE BATTERY HOLDER  
2 Pull out the battery holder.  
Battery holder  
INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER  
3 Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have  
the “+” mark visible.  
RE-INSERT HOLDER  
4 Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a  
click.  
NOTES:  
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (pg. 2) for information  
on safe handling of lithium batteries.  
To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place  
the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the  
illustration when inserting/removing the battery.  
EN7  
Date/Time Settings  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”, then press MENU.  
ATRED  
•The power lamp comes on.  
SELECT FUNCTION  
2 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
“DATE/TIME”, then press it. The DATE/TIME Menu  
appears.  
ENIGST  
•If you decide you want to return the date and time  
to the previous settings, rotate the Select Dial to  
move the highlight bar to “EXIT” and press it, then  
go to step 6.  
MENU Button  
Power lamp  
•If you want to set only the time without changing  
the date, go to step 4.  
SET DATE  
3 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the  
item you want to set and then press it. When the  
setting begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. The setting  
stops blinking.  
Select Dial  
Display  
Power Switch  
Menu Screen  
•Repeat this procedure until you’re satisfied with the  
Date settings (“YEAR”, “MONTH” and “DAY”).  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
D . ZOOM  
SET TIME  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
4 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
“TIME” and then press it. When the hour setting  
begins blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct  
setting appears and then press it. When the hour  
setting stops blinking and the minute setting begins  
blinking, rotate the Select Dial until the correct setting  
appears and then press it. The minute setting stops  
blinking.  
4
RETURN  
DATE TIME  
DATE/TIME Menu  
24-hour indication  
YEAR  
MONTH  
DAY  
1999  
1
1
TIME  
22 : 50  
START CLOCK OPERATION  
5 When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH, DAY,  
TIME) blinks, rotate the Select Dial to move the  
highlight bar to “EXIT”, and press it. The Menu  
Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
“RETURN”.  
EXIT  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
D . ZOOM  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
6 Press the Select Dial.  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
NOTE:  
4RETURN  
To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display  
and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert”  
(pg. 22).  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
8
EN  
Recording Mode Setting  
Set depending on your preference.  
SET RECORDING MODE  
1 First set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.  
Press SP/LP for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard  
Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and is  
better for dubbing, while “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.  
MENU Button  
SP/LP Recording  
Mode Button  
Tape Length Setting  
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape  
used.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
1 First set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Press MENU.  
Select Dial  
Viewfinder  
Power Switch  
SELECT FUNCTION  
2 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
“TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH  
Setting Menu appears.  
T45  
Tape length indicator  
SP  
SET TAPE LENGTH  
3 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the  
Recording mode  
indicator  
correct setting. T30 = 30 minutes of recording time,  
T45 = 45 minutes, and T60 = 60 minutes.  
•If you decide you want to return the tape length to  
the previous setting, rotate the Select Dial to move  
the highlight bar to “EXIT”.  
Display  
Menu Screen  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
D . ZOOM  
4 Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen reappears  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select  
Dial again to close the Menu Screen.  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
4RETURN  
NOTE:  
The tape remaining time (pg. 13) displayed in the  
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has  
been selected.  
TAPE LENGTH  
TAPE LENGTH  
Setting Menu  
T30  
T45  
T60  
EXIT  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
D . ZOOM  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
TAPE LENGTH T60  
4RETURN  
EN9  
Cassette holder  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
OPEN CASSETTE HOLDER  
1 Slide EJECT until the holder opens. Do not use force  
ATRED  
to open.  
INSERT/REMOVE CASSETTE  
2 Make sure the label is facing outward.  
CLOSE CASSETTE HOLDER  
ENIGST  
3 Press PUSH and make sure the holder is closed and  
locked.  
NOTES:  
PUSH Button  
EJECT Switch  
The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the  
cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the  
cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the  
slack.  
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes  
have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover  
the hole with adhesive tape.  
Turn to take  
up slack.  
The cassette holder cannot be opened while the  
camcorder is in the record mode.  
Erase Protection  
Gear  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
10  
EN  
Power Zoom Lever  
EXPAND LOOP  
1 Separate the Velcro strip.  
INSERT HAND  
2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
ADJUST STRAP LENGTH  
3 Adjust so your thumb and fingers can easily operate  
the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom  
Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or  
3
“PRO.”).  
2
POSITION VIEWFINDER  
2 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability  
180°  
(see illustration on left).  
ADJUST DIOPTRE  
3 Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
1
Set “POWER” to  
“CAMERA”  
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”)  
PAUSE  
EN11  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
ATTACH STRAP  
1 Following the illustration at left, thread the strap  
ATRED  
through the top of the eyelet 1, then fold it back and  
thread it through the buckle 2. Repeat the procedure  
to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet  
3, making sure the strap is not twisted.  
1
4
2
ADJUST LENGTH  
ENIGST  
2 Adjust as shown in the illustration at left 4.  
3
Tripod Mounting  
ALIGN AND TIGHTEN  
1 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud  
hole. Then tighten the screw.  
CAUTION:  
When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend  
its legs fully to stabilise the camcorder. To  
prevent damage to the unit caused by falling  
over, do not use a small-sized tripod.  
RECORDING Basic Recording  
12  
EN  
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring  
NOTE:  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
Power (pg. 4)  
Recording Mode Setting (pg. 8)  
Tape Length Setting (pg. 8)  
Grip Adjustment (pg. 10)  
Viewfinder Adjustment (pg. 10)  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
Power Switch  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
EJECT Switch  
ENTER RECORD-STANDBY MODE  
2 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the  
lens cover, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”  
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”).  
Power lamp  
•The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the  
Record-Standby mode.  
•The scene you are aimed at appears on the  
viewfinder screen, with the word “PAUSE”  
superimposed upon it.  
Power Switch  
START SHOOTING  
Tally lamp  
(lights while recording is in progress)  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
•“  
” appears in the viewfinder while recording is  
in progress.  
Power Switch Position  
According to the Power Switch position you have selected, the following functions are available:  
AUTO  
(Full Auto mode):  
PRO.  
(PRO. mode):  
POWER OFF:  
Allows you to record using  
Allows you to set various  
recording functions using the  
menus. If you want more creative  
capabilities than full auto  
recording, try this mode.  
Allows you to switch off the  
camcorder.  
NO special effects or manual  
adjustments. Suitable for  
standard recording.  
EN13  
Tape remaining time indicator  
STOP RECORDING  
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to stop  
25MIN  
MIN  
(Now calculating)  
recording.  
•The camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.  
120MIN  
119MIN  
NOTES:  
The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power  
supply is attached.  
There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the  
holder opens. Do not use force.  
3MIN  
The tape remaining time is displayed in the viewfinder  
as shown.  
The remaining time indicated in the viewfinder is  
approximate.  
2MIN  
(Blinking)  
The time required to calculate the remaining tape  
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary  
according to the type of tape used.  
1MIN  
(Blinking)  
The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the  
correct tape length has been selected (pg. 8).  
“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.  
0MIN  
(Blinking)  
EOCRDING  
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 “POWER OFF”, and then back to  
“CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.  
If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the  
Record-Standby mode has continued for over  
5 minutes, recording may not start immediately.  
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 (pg. 15) to find  
the end of the last recording so you don’t erase any of it.  
The LENS COVER warning blinks for about 5 seconds  
when the camcorder is turned on with the cover closed.  
To turn the tally lamp off during recording, refer to  
pg. 24 and 26.  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
DISPLAY Button  
Viewfinder Indications  
Press DISPLAY to make the following indications appear/  
disappear from the camcorder’s display: cassette warning,  
tape remaining time, battery pack remaining power  
indicator and tape length indicator (pg. 52).  
PRESS DISPLAY BUTTON  
1 To turn off the indications, press DISPLAY for more  
than 1 second.  
Press again for more than 1 second to make the  
indications reappear.  
NOTE:  
Even if the indications are off, the tape remaining time  
appears blinking when the tape is near its end, and the  
battery pack remaining power indicator appears blinking  
when the power is almost gone.  
RECORDING Basic Features  
14  
EN  
FEATURE: Zooming  
Zoom in  
PURPOSE:  
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 out  
OPERATION:  
Zoom In  
Push the Power Zoom Lever towards “T”.  
Display  
Zoom Out  
Push the Power Zoom Lever towards “W”.  
The quicker you push the Power Zoom Lever, the  
quicker the zoom action.  
Zoom indicator bar  
Zoom level indicator  
1X  
NOTES:  
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In  
this case, set the zoom while in Record–Standby,  
lock the focus by using the manual focus  
(pg. 29), 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.  
Approximate zoom ratio  
Power Zoom Lever  
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may  
suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM”  
to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (pg. 25).  
Power Switch  
EN15  
FEATURE: Quick Review  
PURPOSE:  
To check the end of the last recording.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press “ ” and release quickly during the Record–  
Standby mode.  
Tape is rewound for about 2 seconds and played  
back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby  
mode for the next shot.  
NOTE:  
Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is  
normal.  
RETAKE (R/F) Button  
FEATURE: Retake  
PURPOSE:  
To re-record certain segments.  
OPERATION:  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby  
mode.  
EOCRDING  
2) Press either RETAKE to reach the start point for new  
recording. Pressing “F” forwards the tape and  
pressing “R” reverses it.  
3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start  
recording.  
NOTE:  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
monochrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.  
RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)  
16  
EN  
5 SEC. REC Button  
P. STABILIZER Button  
FEATURE: Picture Stabilizer  
PURPOSE:  
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-  
shake, particularly at high magnification.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press P. STABILIZER. “  
”appears.  
To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press  
P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.  
NOTES:  
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand  
shake is excessive, or under the following condi-  
tions:  
When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal  
stripes.  
Display  
When shooting dark or dim subjects.  
When shooting subjects with excessive  
backlighting.  
When shooting scenes with movement in various  
directions.  
PAUSE  
5S  
When shooting scenes with low-contrast back-  
grounds.  
Power Switch  
Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording  
with the camcorder on a tripod.  
5 Sec. Rec mode indicator  
Picture stabilizer indicator  
The “  
” indicator appears blinking if the  
Stabilizer cannot be used.  
FEATURE: 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)  
(GR-FX43/FX33/FX23 only)  
PURPOSE:  
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene  
transitions like those seen in TV programmes.  
OPERATION:  
1) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC “  
5S”  
appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.  
2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording  
starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the  
camcorder reenters the Record–Standby mode  
automatically.  
To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. REC  
again so that “  
5S” disappears.  
NOTE:  
Fade/Wipe (pg. 19) cannot be activated by  
pressing 5SEC. REC.  
EN17  
FEATURE: Video Light (GR-FX53 only)  
PURPOSE:  
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.  
OPERATION:  
1) Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required:  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the  
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the  
subject.  
ON  
: Always keeps the light on as long as the  
camcorder is turned on.  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch  
The video light can only be used with the  
camcorder’s power on.  
It is recommended to set the white balance  
(pg. 30) to  
when you use the video light.  
When not using the video light, turn it off to save  
battery power.  
DANGER  
NOTES:  
The video light can become extremely  
hot. Do not touch it either while in  
operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
Do not place the camcorder into the  
carrying case immediately after using the  
video light, since it remains extremely  
hot for some time.  
Even if the battery indicator (  
) does not blink 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 the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch is set to  
“AUTO”:  
EOCRDING  
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 the  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON switch.  
While the “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter” mode  
(pg. 21) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.  
While the “Twilight” mode (pg. 21) is engaged,  
the light will not activate.  
When operating, keep a distance of  
about 30 cm between the video light and  
people or objects.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive  
materials.  
It is recommended that you consult your  
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video  
light.  
RECORDING Advanced Features  
18  
EN  
SNAPSHOT Button  
Snapshot (GR-FX53 only)  
Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a  
snapshot, or several of them in succession.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.  
TAKE SNAPSHOT  
2 Press SNAPSHOT.  
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 . . .  
.... a still image will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds,  
then the normal recording resumes.  
SNAPSHOT  
NOTE:  
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.  
Display  
EN19  
[Ex.: Fader]  
Fade in  
Fade/Wipe  
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 or when you enter  
Record–Standby mode.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
Fade out  
ENGAGE FADE- OR WIPE-STANDBY  
Display  
2 MODE  
Press EFFECT to cycle through the modes as shown at  
left. Once the desired mode appears, it is selected  
and reserved.  
After 2 sec.  
MOSAIC  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed for approx. 2 seconds. Then the name  
disappears, and only the indication remains.  
START OR END RECORDING  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-  
in/out or wipe-in/out.  
EOCRDING  
FADER  
TO CANCEL FADE- OR WIPE-STANDBY  
4 MODE  
MOSAIC  
SHUTTER  
SLIDE  
Press EFFECT repeatedly until “OFF” appears.  
•“OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the  
fade/wipe standby mode is cancelled.  
OFF  
(No indication)  
OFF  
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.  
Power  
Switch  
EFFECT Button  
NOTES:  
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.  
The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/  
Wipe is used with Sepia (pg. 21).  
With the Electronic fog filter mode (pg. 21) engaged,  
the image fades in/out to a white screen.  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
20  
EN  
Display  
SEPIA  
Programme AE With Special Effects  
After 2 sec.  
All you have to do to access any of the variety of shooting  
:
effects is press P.AE.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
SELECT MODE  
2 Press P.AE to cycle through the modes as shown on  
the left.  
•The selected mode’s name and its indication are  
displayed for approx. 2 seconds. Then the name  
disappears, and only the indication remains. The  
mode is activated.  
SEPIA  
SPORTS  
NOTES:  
:
ND ND EFFECT  
ND  
FG  
Only one mode can be engaged at a time.  
The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/  
Wipe (pg. 19) is used in the Sepia mode.  
The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed  
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.  
:
FG FOG  
TWILIGHT  
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.  
S1/2000  
NEGA/POSI  
OFF  
OFF  
(No indication)  
P.AE Button  
Power Switch  
EN21  
Display  
Mode  
Display  
Mode  
1/2000 sec.  
High Speed Shutter  
Sepia  
S1/2000  
SEPIA  
Sepia  
High-Speed Shutter (1/2000s.)  
The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted  
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of  
an older movie. Use together with Wide (pg. 25)  
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood  
movie.  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
Nega/Posi  
NEGA POSI  
Nega/Posi (Negative/Positive)  
The colours of a picture are reversed.  
Sports  
SPORTS  
Sports  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
NEGA POSI mode  
ND Effect  
:
ND ND EFFECT  
EOCRDING  
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.  
Electronic  
Fog Filter  
:
FG FOG  
Electronic Fog Filter  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an  
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the  
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.  
Twilight  
TWILIGHT  
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 (pg. 30).  
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 (pg. 29).  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
22  
EN  
Date/Time Insert  
The feature allows you to display the date and time in the  
viewfinder, or on a connected colour monitor, as well as to  
record them manually or automatically.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
2 Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen.  
ACCESS “DATE/TIME DISP.” MENU  
3 Move the highlight bar to “DATE/TIME DISP.” by  
rotating the Select Dial while in Record-Standby.  
Then press it to display the DATE/TIME DISP. Menu.  
SELECT THE DESIRED MODE  
Select Dial  
Display  
Power Switch  
Menu Screen  
4 Move the highlight bar to the desired mode by  
rotating the Select Dial, then press it. The desired  
mode is activated.  
You should have already performed the Date/Time  
Setting procedure (pg. 7). If you haven’t, do so  
first.  
FOCUS  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
S.LX  
OFF  
TITLE  
DATE TIME DISP.  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
5 The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
4
RETURN  
“RETURN”. Then press the Select Dial to close the  
Menu Screen.  
DATE TIME DISP.  
DATE/TIME DISP.  
Menu  
AUTO DATE  
DATE  
NOTES:  
DISPLAY  
TIME  
DATE&TIME  
OFF  
The selected display can be recorded.  
If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF  
mode before shooting.  
EXIT  
AUTO DATE  
Your camcorder automatically records the date for about  
5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following  
situations:  
FOCUS  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
After changing the date.  
S.LX  
OFF  
TITLE  
DATE TIME DISP.  
After loading a cassette.  
After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating  
the Select Dial.  
In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with  
“AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.  
4RETURN  
25. 12. 99  
AUTO DATE  
25 . 12 . 99  
(DATE)  
22 : 50 : 00  
(TIME)  
25 . 12 . 99  
22 : 50 : 00  
(DATE&TIME)  
OFF  
(No indication)  
EN23  
Instant Titles  
The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory. You can  
superimpose one of them above a previously stored title as  
shown in the illustration on left.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
2 Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen.  
ACCESS “TITLE” MENU  
3 Move the highlight bar to “TITLE” by rotating the  
Select Dial while in Record-Standby. Then press it to  
display the TITLE Menu.  
SELECT THE DESIRED MODE  
4 Move the highlight bar to the desired mode by  
rotating the Select Dial, then press it. The desired  
mode is activated.  
Select Dial  
Display  
AUTO  
Power Switch  
Menu Screen  
•If you wish to make the title indication disappear,  
select “OFF”.  
EOCRDING  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
FOCUS  
5 The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
AUTO  
OFF  
“RETURN”. Then press the Select Dial to close the  
Menu Screen.  
S.LX  
TITLE  
OFF  
DATE TIME DISP.  
4RETURN  
TITLE  
TITLE Menu  
OFF  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY  
HAPPY HOLIDAYS  
OUR FAMILY  
MOVIE STAR  
PARTY TIME  
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
WEDDING DAY  
CONGRATULATIONS  
EXIT  
FOCUS  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
S.LX  
OFF  
TITLE  
DATE TIME DISP.  
4RETURN  
CONGRATULATIONS  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
24  
EN  
Using Menu 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.  
Select Dial  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Turn the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
2 Menu access depends on the function you select.  
If you select the functions from the “Menu Screen  
Available Using The Select Dial” described on  
pg. 25 . . .  
MENU Button  
Display  
.... press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen appears.  
(ex. Menu Screen available  
using the MENU Button)  
If you select the functions from the “Menu Screen  
Available Using The MENU Button” described on  
pg. 25 and 26 . . .  
Menu Screen 1  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
.... press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
D . ZOOM  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
SELECT FUNCTION  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
3 Rotate the Select Dial to place the highlight bar on  
the desired function.  
4RETURN  
To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2, rotate the  
Select Dial to “NEXT” and press it. To go back to Menu  
Screen 1 from Menu Screen 2, rotate the Select Dial to  
“BACK”, and press it.  
Menu Screen 2  
4
BACK  
REC. TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
If the setting you want cannot be found in the Menu  
Screen, place the highlight bar on “RETURN”, then go  
to step 6.  
TALLY LAMP ON  
JLIP ID NO  
07  
DEMO MODE OFF  
MAKE SETTING  
4 Press the Select Dial. The setting procedure depends  
4
RETURN  
on the function you select.  
If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, “TITLE”,  
“DATE/TIME DISP.” or “DATE/ TIME” . . .  
.... see respective pages (FOCUS: pg. 28, 29,  
EXPOSURE: pg. 27, TITLE: pg. 23,  
REC TIME  
Setting Menu  
(ex. REC TIME)  
OFF  
1/4S  
1/2S  
1 S  
DATE/TIME DISP.: pg. 22, DATE/TIME: pg. 7).  
5 S  
If you select “WIDE”, “D.ZOOM”, “TELE MACRO”  
or “DEMO MODE” . . .  
.... the selected function’s parameter starts blinking.  
Rotate the Select Dial until the desired parameter  
appears. Go to step 5.  
EXIT  
If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .  
4
BACK  
REC. TIME  
INT. TIME  
1S  
.... press the Select Dial so that the number blinks, then  
rotate it until the desired number appears, and press  
it. Then rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight  
bar to “EXIT”.  
OFF  
TALLY LAMP ON  
JLIP ID NO  
07  
DEMO MODE OFF  
If you select any other functions . . .  
.... rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the  
desired setting.  
4RETURN  
• If you decide you want to return to the previous  
setting, rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight  
bar to “EXIT”.  
Normal Screen  
END SETTING  
5 Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen reappears  
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.  
NOTE:  
No menu functions except “FOCUS” and  
“EXPOSURE” are available while in the Record  
mode.  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
6 Press the Select Dial. The normal screen reappears.  
EN25  
MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS  
Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial  
Adjusts focus automatically.  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
MANU  
AUTO  
MANU  
OFF  
Allows you to adjust focus manually (pg. 28, 29).  
Adjusts exposure automatically.  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
Allows you to adjust exposure manually (pg. 27).  
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.  
ON  
If a snapshot (GR-FX53 only, pg. 18) is taken while the  
camcorder is in the WIDE mode, the snapshot image is recorded  
using NORMAL mode without the black bars at the top and bottom  
of the screen.  
To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, it is more  
convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the  
picture becomes slightly coarse.  
S.LX  
MAX  
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.  
NORMAL  
OFF  
EOCRDING  
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness  
adjustment.  
TITLE  
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (pg. 23).  
Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor  
(pg. 22).  
DATE/TIME DISP.  
Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button  
This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.  
AUTO  
: FINE  
This camcorder’s Automatic Colour Temperature system senses  
the colour temperature of the ambient lighting for automatic  
white balance adjustment. However, precise colour adjustment  
is not possible under the following conditions:  
When an object is in various shades of the same colour.  
When a predominantly red or brown object is being shot outdoors.  
M.W.B.  
: CLOUD  
: HALOGEN  
In these cases, use the camcorder’s built-in preset filters for  
white balance adjustment (pg. 30, 31).  
MWB  
ON  
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and  
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16 times (the optical  
zoom limit), to a maximum of 320 times (GR-FX53)/50 times  
(GR-FX43/FX33/FX23) digital magnification.  
D. ZOOM  
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.  
OFF  
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 1m 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.  
TELE MACRO  
OFF  
ON  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.  
: Factory-preset  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
26  
EN  
Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.)  
DATE/TIME  
Allows you to set the current date and time (pg. 7).  
TAPE LENGTH  
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (pg. 8).  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Animation and Time-Lapse  
recording (pg. 33).  
REC TIME  
This feature allows you to set the parameters for Self-Timer (pg. 32) and Time-  
Lapse recording (pg. 32, 33).  
INT. TIME  
The tally lamp remains off at all times.  
OFF  
ON  
TALLY LAMP  
The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.  
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 07.  
JLIP ID NO.  
Automatic demonstration will not take place.  
OFF  
ON  
DEMO MODE  
Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, etc. When  
“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed,  
the demonstration starts.  
NOTES:  
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is  
not available.  
By turning off the camcorder or inserting a tape whose Erase  
Protection tab is in the position that allows recording into it,  
“DEMO MODE” is set to “OFF” automatically.  
During the demonstration, all functions except zoom are  
disabled.  
: Factory-preset  
EN27  
Exposure Control  
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best  
available picture quality, but you can override and make  
the adjustment manually.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
2 Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen.  
ACCESS “EXPOSURE” MENU  
3 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
“EXPOSURE” and press it.  
ACCESS MANUAL EXPOSURE  
4 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
“MANU”, then press it. “00” (exposure control level  
counter) appears.  
Select Dial  
Display  
AUTO  
Power Switch  
Menu Screen  
ADJUST EXPOSURE  
5 To brighten the image . . .  
.... rotate the Select Dial upward. The exposure  
control level counter increases (maximum +06).  
EOCRDING  
FOCUS  
Go to step 6.  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
AUTO  
OFF  
To darken the image . . .  
.... rotate the Select Dial downward. The exposure  
control level counter decreases (maximum –06).  
S.LX  
TITLE  
OFF  
DATE TIME DISP.  
Go to step 6.  
4RETURN  
END ADJUSTMENT OF EXPOSURE  
6 Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen reappears  
EXPOSURE  
EXPOSURE Menu  
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.  
AUTO  
MANU  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
7 Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen disappears  
and the exposure control level counter reappers to  
indicate the exposure is adjusted.  
EXIT  
NOTES:  
Manual Exposure  
Screen  
To return to the factory setting, select “AUTO” in step 4.  
To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.  
00  
Exposure control  
level counter  
To brighten the image  
+
06  
06  
To darken the image  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
28  
EN  
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.  
* The low-contrast warning “  
” appears.  
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  
(pg. 14). If zoomed in in the auto focus mode, the  
camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on  
the distance between the camcorder and the subject.  
When Tele Macro (pg. 25) is activated, the  
camcorder will not zoom out automatically.  
EN29  
MANUAL FOCUS  
NOTE:  
You should already have made the necessary viewfinder  
adjustments (pg. 10). If you haven’t, do so before  
continuing.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
2 Press the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen.  
ACCESS “FOCUS” MENU  
3 Move the highlight bar to “FOCUS” by rotating the  
Select Dial, then press it.  
ACCESS MANUAL FOCUS  
4 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
“MANU”, then press it. “ ” and “ ” appear. The  
focus is locked at this point.  
Select Dial  
Power Switch  
Menu Screen  
ADJUST FOCUS  
Display  
5 To farther subject . . .  
EOCRDING  
.... rotate the Select Dial upward. “ ” appears and  
blinks.  
FOCUS  
AUTO  
EXPOSURE  
WIDE  
AUTO  
OFF  
Go to step 6.  
S.LX  
TITLE  
OFF  
To nearer subject . . .  
DATE TIME DISP.  
.... rotate the Select Dial downward. “ ” appears  
and blinks.  
4RETURN  
Go to step 6.  
FOCUS  
FOCUS Menu  
END ADJUSTMENT OF FOCUS  
AUTO  
MANU  
6 Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen reappears  
with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
7 Press the Select Dial. The Menu Screen disppears and  
EXIT  
” reappears to indicate the focus is locked.  
NOTES:  
Manual Focus Screen  
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.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
30  
EN  
White Balance Adjustment  
A term that refers to the correctness of colour reproduction  
under various lighting. If the white balance is correct, all  
other colours will be accurately reproduced.  
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.  
However, the more advanced camcorder operator would  
prefer to control this function manually and achieve a  
more professional colour/tint reproduction.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
MENU Button  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
ACCESS WHITE BALANCE  
3 ADJUSTMENT  
Move the highlight bar to “M.W.B.” by rotating the  
Select Dial, then press it. The Menu Screen disap-  
pears and the “M.W.B.” Menu appears.  
Select Dial  
Display  
Power Switch  
Menu Screen  
SET FUNCTION PARAMETERS  
4 Move the highlight bar to the required white balance  
by rotating the Select Dial.  
AUTO”  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
The white balance is adjusted automatically. This is  
the factory preset position.  
D . ZOOM  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
: FINE”  
When shooting outdoors on a sunny day.  
: CLOUD”  
When shooting outdoors on a cloudy day.  
: HALOGEN”  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
4
RETURN  
M.W.B.  
M.W.B. Menu  
When using a video light or other similar type of  
lighting.  
AUTO  
:
:
:
FINE  
CLOUD  
MWB”  
HALOGEN  
MWB  
When shooting with the white balance already  
having been set on the subject (pg. 31).  
EXIT  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
5 Press the Select Dial.  
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
“RETURN”. Press the Select Dial again to close the  
Menu Screen.  
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .  
.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or set the Power Switch to  
“AUTO”.  
NOTE:  
White balance cannot be used when Sepia (pg. 21) is  
activated.  
EN31  
Manual White Balance Operation  
White paper  
If the camera is operating in PRO. mode, perform a  
Manual White Balance when shooting under various types  
of lighting.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance  
adjustment (pg. 30), and select “MWB”.  
SET MANUAL WHITE BALANCE  
2 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.  
ENTER SETTING  
3 Press the Select Dial until “MWB” begins blinking.  
•When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops  
blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with the  
highlight bar on “RETURN”.  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
4 Press the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen.  
Select Dial  
Display  
Power Switch  
EOCRDING  
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.  
Menu Screen  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
D . ZOOM  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
NOTES:  
In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white paper  
in some circumstances. In such a case, adjust focus  
manually (pg. 29).  
4RETURN  
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 tint of the subject will  
differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this  
function for a more natural result.  
M.W.B.  
M.W.B. Menu  
AUTO  
:
:
:
FINE  
CLOUD  
HALOGEN  
MWB  
Once you adjust white balance during Manual White  
Balance operation, the setting is retained even if the  
power is turned off or the battery removed.  
EXIT  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
32  
EN  
Self-Timer  
You can set the delay between pressing the Recording  
Start/Stop button and the actual start of recording. If you  
secure the camcorder, you (or whoever is operating the  
camcorder) can enter the scene before recording starts.  
NOTE:  
Make sure the Power Switch is set to “PRO.” and the  
camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode before  
performing the following steps.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
MENU Button  
1 Press MENU.  
ACCESS “INT. TIME” MENU  
2 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to  
“NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display  
Menu Screen 2. Then, move the highlight bar to “INT.  
TIME” and press it.  
Select Dial  
Display  
Recording Start/Stop  
Button  
SET INTERVAL TIME  
3 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar to the  
desired time, then press it. The Menu Screen  
reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.  
Menu Screen 1  
4
NEXT  
M.W.B.  
AUTO  
ON  
CLOSE MENU SCREEN  
D . ZOOM  
TELE MACRO OFF  
DATE TIME  
4 Press the Select Dial.  
TAPE LENGTH T45  
START DELAYED RECORDING  
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. When the  
4
RETURN  
selected time has elapsed, recording begins auto-  
matically.  
Menu Screen 2  
4
BACK  
To Cancel Self-Timer . . .  
REC. TIME  
INT. TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
.... Before the recording begins, press the Recording Start/  
TALLY LAMP ON  
JLIP ID NO  
07  
Stop Button to display “  
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.  
”, then set “INT.  
DEMO MODE OFF  
4RETURN  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
OFF  
OFF  
1 4S  
1 2S  
1 S  
15S  
30S  
1 MIN  
5 MIN  
5 S  
EXIT  
EXIT  
INT. TIME Menu  
REC TIME Menu  
INT. TIME indicator  
REC TIME indicator  
15S  
1S  
INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal  
screen  
EN33  
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.  
Animation  
Time-Lapse  
You can give stationary scenes or objects an illusion  
of movement. This function allows you to shoot a  
series of pictures, each slightly different, of the same  
object for a brief period of time.  
NOTE:  
NOTE:  
Before performing the following steps, make sure  
that:  
Before performing the following steps, make sure  
that:  
The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”.  
The camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode.  
The recording mode is set to “SP”.  
The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”.  
The camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode.  
The recording mode is set to “SP”.  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
ACCESS MENU SCREEN  
1 Press MENU.  
1 Press MENU.  
SET RECORDING TIME  
SET INTERVAL BETWEEN  
2 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar 2 RECORDINGS  
to “NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to  
display Menu Screen 2. Then, move the  
Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar  
to “NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to  
display Menu Screen 2. Then, move the  
highlight bar to “INT. TIME” and press it. The  
INT. TIME Menu appears. Rotate the Select Dial  
to move the highlight bar to the desired time,  
then press it. The Menu Screen reappears.  
highlight bar to “REC TIME” and press it. The  
REC TIME Menu appears. Rotate the Select Dial  
to move the highlight bar to the desired time,  
then press it. The Menu Screen reappears with  
the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select  
Dial again to close the Menu Screen.  
EOCRDING  
SET RECORDING TIME  
3 Rotate the Select Dial to move the highlight bar  
START RECORDING  
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after  
to “REC TIME”, then press it. The REC TIME  
Menu appears. Rotate the Select Dial to move  
the highlight bar to the desired time, then press  
it. The Menu Screen reappears with the  
highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select  
Dial again to close the Menu Screen.  
focusing on the subject. The recording stops  
automatically after the selected period of time.  
ASSEMBLE SERIES OF PICTURES  
4 Repeat step 3 for the desired number of  
pictures.  
START TIME-LAPSE RECORDING  
RELEASE ANIMATION MODE  
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording  
5 Set “REC TIME” in the Menu screen to “OFF”.  
and intervals alternate automatically.  
RELEASE TIME-LAPSE MODE  
NOTES:  
5 To release when “  
” is displayed, set  
For best results, make sure the camcorder is  
secured when shooting in Animation or Time-  
Lapse mode.  
“REC TIME” and “INT. TIME” in the Menu  
Screen to “OFF”. To release when  
” and “  
press the Recording Start/Stop Button to display  
”, then set “REC TIME” and “INT.  
TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.  
” are not displayed,  
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.  
Self-Timer, Animation and Time-Lapse are  
canceled when the power is shut off or when the  
cassette is ejected.  
PLAYBACK Basic Playback  
34  
EN  
REW (2) Button  
LOAD A CASSETTE  
1 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then insert  
FF (3) Button  
the cassette with the label facing out. Press PUSH to  
ensure the holder is closed and locked.  
PLAY/PAUSE (4/6)  
Button  
SELECT MODE  
2 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. The power lamp  
lights.  
STOP (5) Button  
PLAY BACK  
3 Press PLAY/PAUSE (  
4/6). The playback picture  
appears.  
STOP PLAYBACK  
4 Press STOP (5).  
Rewind or Fast-Forward the tape  
Press REW (2) to rewind, or FF (3) to fast-forward the  
tape during Stop mode.  
EJECT Switch  
NOTES:  
Power lamp  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5  
minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power  
Switch to “POWER OFF”, then to “PLAY”.  
If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen  
may become black. This is not a malfunction.  
Power Switch  
Battery pack remaining power indicator  
Tape counter  
Recording mode indicator  
Tape running  
indicator  
SP  
:
:
M 1 23 45  
4
:Playback  
3
:Fast-Forward/  
Forward Search  
:Rewind/Reverse  
Search  
2
6
:Still Playback  
Viewfinder indications  
PLAYBACK Features  
EN35  
Tracking  
This function can be used to eliminate noise bars that  
appear on-screen during playback. Initial setting is Auto  
Tracking. Manual Tracking is also available.  
ACTIVATE MANUAL TRACKING  
1 Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. Then, press  
P.AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until the  
noise bars disappear.  
To return to Auto Tracking, press P.AE and EFFECT  
simultaneously. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking  
finishes, the indication disappears.  
NOTES:  
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.  
P.AE Button  
EFFECT Button  
YABCK  
PAL  
PLAYBACK Features (cont.)  
36  
EN  
Power Switch  
FEATURE: Still Playback  
PURPOSE:  
To pause during playback.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) during playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE  
(4/6) again.  
NOTE:  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
monochrome during Still Playback. This is normal.  
FEATURE: Shuttle Search  
PURPOSE:  
To allow high-speed search in either direction.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press FF (3) to search forward or press REW (2  
to reverse during playback.  
)
REW (2) Button  
FF (3) Button  
2) To resume normal playback, press PLAY/PAUSE  
(4/6).  
PLAY/PAUSE (4/6)  
Button  
NOTES:  
During playback, press and hold REW (2) or  
FF (3). The search continues as long as you hold  
the button. Once you release it, normal playback  
resumes.  
STOP (5) Button  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become  
monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This  
is normal.  
COUNTER R/M Button  
FEATURE: Counter Memory Function  
PURPOSE:  
To make it easier to locate a specific tape segment.  
OPERATION:  
1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1  
second. The counter resets to “0:00:00”.  
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second. “M”  
appears.  
3) After recording or playback, press STOP (5), then  
REW (2). The tape automatically stops at or close  
to 0:00:00.  
4) Press PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) to start playback.  
NOTES:  
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 Using The Cassette Adapter  
Cassette Adapter  
EN37  
Use this to play back a VHS-C video cassette recorded  
with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully compatible  
with any VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U  
(provided only with the GR-FX53/FX43/FX33) or C-P6U  
(optional) adapter is battery powered and automatically  
performs tape loading and unloading.  
INSERT BATTERY  
1 Slide the battery cover up to remove it, and install  
one “R6 (AA)” size battery as shown in the  
illustration on left, then reattach the cover.  
VCR  
INSERT CASSETTE IN ADAPTER  
2 Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment  
door, then insert the cassette and close the  
compartment door.  
Compartment door  
PLAY BACK ON CONNECTED VCR  
3 Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the  
tape back as you would any other.  
REMOVE CASSETTE FROM ADAPTER  
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.  
YABCK  
PAL  
Sliding latch  
Reels  
Compact video cassette  
NOTES:  
During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the  
reels for safety and tape protection.  
During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame,  
etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear  
on the screen.  
To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the  
adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with  
adhesive tape.  
Recording safety hole  
PLAYBACK Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing  
38  
EN  
These are some basic types of connections. When making connections, refer also to your VCR and TV  
instruction manuals.  
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO  
Basic Connections  
Use the provided Video and Audio cables.  
TV  
To Video  
Output  
Video cable (provided)  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN connectors  
To TV or VCR  
VCR  
Audio cable (provided)  
To Audio  
Output  
Connector cover*  
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO  
Connection For Tape Dubbing  
Use the provided Video and Audio cables.  
Power Switch  
PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) Button  
TV  
To Video  
Output  
Video cable (provided)  
To AUDIO and  
VIDEO IN connectors  
VCR (Recording deck)  
To Audio  
Output  
Audio cable (provided)  
Connector cover*  
* When connecting the cables, open this cover.  
EN39  
Basic Connections  
Tape Dubbing  
CONFIRM POWER-OFF STATUS  
CONNECT EQUIPMENT  
1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.  
1 Following the illustration on pg. 38, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR.  
CONNECT CAMCORDER TO TV OR  
2 VCR  
PREPARE FOR DUBBING  
2 Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”,  
Pull out the connector cover and open it.  
turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the  
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the  
VCR.  
Connect as shown in the illustration (pg. 38).  
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.  
If not . . . go to step 4.  
SELECT VCR MODE  
CONNECT VCR OUTPUT TO TV  
3 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause  
3 INPUT  
modes.  
Refer to your VCR’s instruction manual.  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
4 Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot  
SUPPLY POWER  
4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
just before the edit-in point. Once it is reached,  
press PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) on the camcorder.  
SELECT MODE  
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the  
START EDITING  
5 Press PLAY/PAUSE (  
TV to its VIDEO mode.  
4/6) on the camcorder and  
engage the VCR’s Record mode.  
NOTES:  
STOP EDITING TEMPORARILY  
It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/  
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery  
pack (pg. 5).  
6 Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press  
YABCK  
PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) on the camcorder.  
PAL  
To monitor the picture and sound from the  
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the  
camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO”  
or “PRO.”), then set your TV to the appropriate  
input mode.  
EDIT MORE SEGMENTS  
7 Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,  
then stop the VCR and camcorder when  
finished.  
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.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT  
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. The remote control unit makes  
additional recording functions possible.  
40  
EN  
Installing The Battery  
A
B
C
1
The remote control uses one lithium battery  
(CR2025).  
2
2
3
Slot  
2
3
1
3
1
Release  
tab  
PULL OUT BATTERY HOLDER  
1
Lock hole  
1
1
: Pull out the battery holder by inserting  
a pointed instrument into the slot.  
: Pull out the battery holder while  
sliding the lock hole.  
1
2
#
1
7
%
2
7
: Pinch the release tab and pull out the  
battery holder.  
8
9
0
!
@
$
8
9
INSERT BATTERY IN HOLDER  
3
4
5
6
2 Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure  
to have the “+” mark visible.  
!
5
0
3
^
@
4
6
RE-INSERT HOLDER  
3 Slide the holder back in until you hear a  
click.  
&
•Read the caution concerning lithium  
batteries (pg. 2).  
RM-V700U  
(provided with GR-FX53,  
optional for GR-FX43/FX33/FX23)  
RM-V705U  
(provided with  
GR-FX43)  
Functions  
Buttons  
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set  
to “CAMERA”, “AUTO” or “PRO.”.  
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set  
to “PLAY”.  
1 Infrared beam  
transmitting window  
Transmits the beam signal.  
2 ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (pg. 14)  
Playback start (pg. 34)  
Stop (pg. 34)  
3 PLAY Button  
4 STOP Button  
5 REW Button  
Retake (rewind)/Quick Review (  
pg. 15) Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search  
(pg. 34, 36)  
6 INSERT Button  
7 START/STOP Button  
8 INT. TIME Button  
9 REC TIME Button  
0 PAUSE Button  
! FF Button  
Insert Editing (pg. 46)  
Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.  
Self-Timer/Time-Lapse (pg. 41)  
Animation/Time-Lapse (pg. 41)  
Pause (pg. 36)  
Retake (forward) (pg. 15)  
Fast-Forward, Forward Shuttle Search  
(pg. 34, 36)  
@ A.DUB Button  
Audio dubbing (pg. 47)  
pg. 43  
# PAUSE IN Connector  
$ MBR SET Button  
% VISS Button  
pg. 42  
Ineffective  
^ VCR CTL Button  
& R.A.EDIT Buttons  
pg. 42  
pg. 44  
# & : RM-V700U only.  
EN41  
FEATURE: Self-Timer, Animation and  
Time-Lapse  
Transmitted beam  
effective area  
PURPOSE:  
The remote control lets you set/release Interval Timer  
and Rec Time functions without using the Menu  
Screen.  
OPERATION:  
Remote sensor  
Self-Timer  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 4 on pg. 32  
(“Self-Timer”), press INT. TIME on the remote control.  
Each time INT. TIME is pressed, the Interval Timer  
indicator appears, changing in the following order:  
15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No indication (off).  
2) Release  
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.  
Instead of setting “INT. TIME” to “OFF” in the Menu,  
press INT. TIME on the remote control until the  
Interval Timer indicator disappears.  
Animation  
Interval timer indicator  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 33  
(“Animation”), press REC TIME on the remote  
control. Each time REC TIME is pressed, the Rec  
Time indicator appears, changing in the following  
order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and No indication (off).  
2) Release  
1MIN  
2S  
1
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 33, press  
REC TIME on the remote control until the Rec Time  
indicator disappears.  
Rec time indicator  
Time-Lapse  
1) Set  
Remote sensor  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 33  
(“Time-Lapse”), press INT. TIME and REC TIME on  
the remote control. Each time INT. TIME is pressed,  
the Interval Timer indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and No  
indication (off). Each time REC TIME is pressed, the  
Rec Time indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and No indication  
(off).  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 33, press  
INT. TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until  
the indicators disappear.  
NOTE:  
START/STOP  
Also refer to pg. 32 and 33.  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
RM-V700U  
RM-V705U  
(provided with  
GR-FX43)  
(provided with GR-FX53,  
optional for GR-FX43/  
FX33/FX23)  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
42  
EN  
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]  
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as  
the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for  
VCR (Recording deck)  
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is  
more easily performed when the RM-V700U MBR  
(Multi-Brand Remote, pg. 40) 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  
(pg. 40).  
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
MBR SET  
VCR CTL  
SET REMOTE TO OPERATE VCR  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
1 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).  
0
RM-V700U (provided with GR-FX53,  
optional for GR-FX43/FX33/FX23)  
•The code is automatically set once you release  
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.  
OPERATE VCR  
2 Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while  
VCR CODE LIST  
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).  
VCR BRAND  
NAME  
BUTTONS  
(A) (B)  
VCR BRAND  
NAME  
BUTTONS  
(A) (B)  
AKAI  
6
6
7
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
7
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
3
7
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
You are now ready to try Random Assemble  
Editing.  
BLAUPUNKT  
FERGUSON  
1
3
9
9
3
7ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2
IMPORTANT  
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and  
those of many other makers, it may not work with  
yours or may offer limited functions.  
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
1
3
4ꢀ  
4
SANYO  
3
3
6ꢀ  
5
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
NOTES:  
SELECO,  
REX  
9
9
1ꢀ  
6
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  
automatically. In this case, turn the power on  
manually and try step 2.  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
SHARP  
1
1
5ꢀ  
`
6
6
3
3
9
9
9
3
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
2
SONY  
MITSUBISHI  
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
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.  
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
EN43  
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
CONNECT TO . . .  
1
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH  
R.A.EDIT CONNECTOR  
Open  
the cover.  
Open the cover.  
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
To J terminal  
(JLIP)  
To Audio  
Output  
To Video  
Output  
VCR OTHER THAN TYPE  
OR  
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V700U’s  
PAUSE-IN connector.  
PREPARE CAMCORDER  
2 Insert a recorded tape, and set the Power Switch to  
Audio cable  
(provided)  
Video cable  
(provided)  
“PLAY”.  
PREPARE VCR  
Editing cable*  
(ø3.5 mini-plug  
cable)  
3 Turn the power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).  
To AUDIO  
and VIDEO IN  
connectors  
To Remote  
PAUSE  
VCR  
To PAUSE-IN  
TV  
RM-V700U*  
* Provided with GR-FX53, optional for GR-FX43/  
FX33/FX23  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
44  
EN  
SELECT SCENES  
Remote sensor  
START SOURCE PLAYBACK  
4 Press PLAY, then press ON/OFF on the remote  
control. Make sure to point the remote control at the  
camcorder’s remote sensor.  
•The R.A.Edit counter display appears.  
REGISTER BEGINNING OF SCENE  
5 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.  
REGISTER END OF SCENE  
6 Press REW or FF to locate the end of the scene and  
press IN/OUT to register it.  
Power Switch  
•The data appears under “OUT” on the display.  
•The total time of the registered scene(s) is displayed  
at the bottom of the screen.  
FF  
REW  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
IN/OUT  
CANCEL  
ON/OFF  
REGISTER ADDITIONAL SCENES  
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional scene  
(as many as 8).  
RM-V700U (provided with GR-FX53,  
optional for GR-FX43/FX33/FX23)  
MAKE CORRECTIONS (IF NECESSARY)  
8 Press CANCEL during steps 5 and 6 to erase the most  
recently registered point.  
IN  
OUT  
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:
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0 00 25  
-- -- --  
NOTES:  
There must be at least one second between an in-point  
and its corresponding out-point.  
To ensure correct operation, there should be at least  
15 seconds between an out-point and the next in-point.  
Blank portions of a tape cannot be registered as in-points  
or out-points.  
If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in-point,  
the VCR’s Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing  
does not take place.  
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 00 25  
:
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IN  
OUT  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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0 00 25  
0 01 05  
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0 03 18  
0 03 31  
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0 02 53  
:
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-- -- --  
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TOTAL  
0 04 11  
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EN45  
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR  
Original tape (camcorder)  
1
IN  
3
2
IN  
PREPARE SOURCE TAPE  
OUT  
IN OUT  
OUT  
9 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of  
the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE.  
ENGAGE VCR’S RECORD-PAUSE MODE  
10 Point the remote control towards the VCR’s infrared  
sensor and press VCR REC STBY, or manually engage  
Edited tape (VCR)  
the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.  
STOP (5) Button  
BEGIN AUTOMATIC EDITING  
REW (2) Button  
11  
Press MENU/DISPLAY on the camcorder, and the  
previously selected scenes are copied to the VCR in  
the specified order.  
PAUSE (6) Button  
While editing, the R.A.Edit counter of the scene  
which is being copied is shown with a blinking  
highlight.  
Remote Sensor  
•Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does  
not start editing.  
MENU/DISPLAY  
Button  
END AUTOMATIC EDITING  
12 When all selected scenes have been copied, the  
Power Switch  
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.  
RM-V700U  
(provided with  
GR-FX53,  
•When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the  
editing cable and the audio/video cable.  
Recording  
Start/Stop  
Button  
optional for  
GR-FX43/  
NOTES:  
FX33/FX23)  
If you performed step 1  
on page 43 (“MAKE CONNEC-  
TIONS”), keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during  
editing.  
The on-screen display only appears while the camcorder  
searches for each scene.  
ON/OFF  
VCR REC STBY  
There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited tape  
with certain VCRs.  
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE CONTROL  
Using the RM-V700U, it is also possible to perform deck-to-deck  
Random Assemble Editing. The playback deck must be an R.A. Edit-  
capable JVC VCR. The recording deck can be...  
a VCR other than JVC, or  
AV OUT  
Player (JVC VCR)  
a JVC VCR which has neither a Remote PAUSE nor an R.A. EDIT  
connector  
To R.A. EDIT Editing cable*  
How to use:  
AV IN  
— Connect the playback deck and RM-V700U as shown on the left.  
— Set the RM-700U to correspond to the brand of the recording  
deck. (pg. 42)  
Recording deck  
— For Random Assemble Editing procedure, please refer to the  
instruction manual of the JVC VCR you are using as the playback  
deck.  
To PAUSE IN  
Notes:  
RM-V700U*  
RM-V700U cannot be used to control the playback deck.  
RM-V700U is capable of controlling basic operations of the  
recording deck. While pressing VCR CTL, press PLAY, STOP,  
PAUSE, FF or REW for these functions. (Not possible with some  
brands and models). Other buttons cannot be used.  
To put the recording deck in the Record-Pause mode, use the  
controls on the recording deck itself.  
* Provided with  
GR-FX53, optional for  
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
46  
EN  
Insert Editing  
Power Switch  
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 RM-V700U or RM-V705U remote control unit to  
perform this procedure.  
SELECT OPERATION MODE  
1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.  
FIND EDIT-OUT POINT  
2 Play back the tape, locate the point and press PAUSE  
REW (2) Button  
on the camcorder or the remote control.  
FF (3) Button  
PLAY/PAUSE (4/6) Button  
RESET COUNTER  
3 Press and hold COUNTER R/M for more than  
1 second to reset the tape counter, then press again  
for less than 1 second so that “M” appears.  
STOP (5) Button  
COUNTER R/M Button  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
4 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  
point where the new scene should start.  
Display  
w
Insert editing  
indicator  
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING MODE  
:
:
Tape Counter  
M 0 12 34  
5 Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing  
INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert Editing  
mode is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is  
aimed at appears on the screen, go to the next step.  
BEGIN INSERT EDITING  
Remote sensor  
6 Press START/STOP. When the counter reaches  
“0:00:00”, editing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Insert-Pause mode.  
END INSERT EDITING  
7 Press STOP.  
NOTES:  
After step 5, Retake (pg. 15) 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  
STOP  
REW  
INSERT  
PAUSE  
RM-V700U (provided with  
GR-FX53, optional for  
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23)  
RM-V705U  
(provided with  
GR-FX43)  
EN47  
Display  
Audio Dubbing  
e
4
Audio dubbing  
indicator  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape  
(normal audio only).  
:
:
M 0 05 20  
Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure  
(pg. 46) before continuing.  
The sound comes from the built-in microphone.  
FIND EDIT-IN POINT  
1 Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the  
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.  
Remote sensor  
Microphone  
ENGAGE AUDIO DUB-STANDBY MODE  
2 Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing  
A. DUB, press and release PAUSE.  
BEGIN AUDIO DUBBING  
3 Press PLAY. When the counter reaches “0:00:00”,  
Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the  
camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode.  
END AUDIO DUBBING  
4 Press STOP.  
NOTES:  
REW  
PLAY  
Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or  
the edit points will not be accurate.  
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  
REW  
PAUSE  
NOTES (for Insert Editing and  
Audio Dubbing):  
RM-V700U (provided with  
GR-FX53, optional for  
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23)  
RM-V705U  
(provided with  
GR-FX43)  
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.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
48  
EN  
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 Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; 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  
(pg. 4).  
The battery pack is not charged (pg. 4).  
The power supply has not been correctly connected  
(pg. 5).  
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.  
Recording does not start.  
The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to  
“CAMERA” (“AUTO“ or “PRO.“) (pg. 12).  
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 program (pg. 33, 41).  
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  
(pg. 36).  
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.  
Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the  
indications appear (pg. 13).  
The tape will not eject.  
The battery pack is running low.  
Some functions are not available.  
The Power Switch is set to “AUTO”.  
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 viewfinder.  
Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of  
the camcorder.  
Coloured bright spots appear all over  
the viewfinder.  
The viewfinder is made with high-precision technology.  
However, black spots or bright spots of light (red, green or  
blue) may appear constantly 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 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, consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
The image is out of focus.  
The dioptre needs to be adjusted (pg. 10).  
The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of  
Auto Focus (pg. 28).  
The picture is blurred in the Quick  
Review or Retake mode.  
This is normal while recording in the LP mode. Some noise  
may be present while recording in the SP mode (pg. 8).  
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 (pg. 7), the  
date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure  
that Date/Time setting is carried out.  
Even though the lens cover is open,  
the Lens Cover Warning indicator  
blinks.  
The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the  
camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position  
of the lens cover.  
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators  
50  
EN  
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1
i
q
p
Q
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EN51  
Controls  
Connectors  
1 Dioptre Adjustment Control ................. pg. 10  
q DC IN Jack ............................................ pg. 5  
2 Lens Cover Open/Close Ring  
The connectors w to r are located beneath the  
cover.  
[LENS COVER] .................................... pg. 12  
3 Video Light Switch [LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]  
w Video Output Connector ...................... pg. 38  
e Audio Output Connector ..................... pg. 38  
(GR-FX53 only) .................................... pg. 17  
4 Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]  
r J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)  
(GR-FX53 only) ................................. pg. 18  
5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC REC]  
(GR-FX43/FX33/FX23 only) ............... pg. 16  
Connector]  
Connect the editing cable when performing  
Random Assemble Editing (pg. 42 - 45).  
It is used to connect the camcorder to a device  
such as a personal computer.  
For further details consult your nearest JVC  
dealer.  
JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR  
is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a  
J terminal.  
5 Power Zoom Lever [T/W]..................... pg. 14  
6 Picture Stabilizer Button  
[P.STABILIZER]..................................... pg. 16  
7 Program AE Button [P.AE]..................... pg. 20  
8 Fade/Wipe Button [EFFECT] ................. pg. 19  
9 Rewind Button [2, REW] ................ pg. 34  
Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... pg. 15  
Quick Review Button [ R] ............. pg. 15  
Indicators  
0 Fast-Forward Button [3, FF] ............ pg. 34  
t Tally Lamp ........................................... pg. 12  
y Power Lamp ........................................ pg. 12  
Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... pg. 15  
! Stop Button [5, STOP] ......................... pg. 34  
@ Play/Pause Button  
Other Parts  
[
4/6, PLAY/PAUSE]............................. pg. 34  
u Battery Pack Mount ............................... pg. 4  
i Viewfinder ........................................... pg. 10  
o Grip Strap ............................................ pg. 10  
# Select Dial [+, , PUSH] .................. pg. 7, 24  
$ MENU/DISPLAY Button ................. pg. 13, 24  
% Counter Reset/Memory Button  
p Camera sensor  
[COUNTER R/M] .............................. pg. 36  
Recording Mode Button [SP/LP] ........... pg. 8  
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor  
necessary for shooting is built-in here.  
Remote Sensor .................................. pg. 41  
^ EJECT Switch ......................................... pg. 9  
& Recording Start/Stop Button.................. pg. 12  
* Power Switch ................................ pg. 12, 34  
Q Video Light (GR-FX53 only).................. pg. 17  
W Microphone......................................... pg. 47  
E Eyepiece  
R Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... pg. 11  
T Clock Battery Slot .................................. pg. 6  
Y Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... pg. 11  
( Battery Release Switch  
[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. pg. 4  
) PUSH Button ......................................... pg. 9  
INDEX Indications  
52  
EN  
1
2 3  
4
5
30MIN  
T45  
6
#
REC SP  
$
^
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FADER  
7
%
&
2
01  
8
0
!
LENS COVER  
PAUSE  
9
1X  
a
15S  
5S  
TAPE END  
(
MERRY CHRISTMAS  
b
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25. 12. 99  
22 50 00  
1 Cassette Warning/  
Tape Remaining Time .......................... pg. 13  
# Battery Pack Remaining Power Indicator  
Changes as follows according to the battery  
pack’s remaining power level:  
When no cassette is inserted: the cassette (  
warning blinks.  
When the Erase Protection tab is not in the position  
that allows recording: the cassette ( ) warning  
)
”. When the power is  
almost gone, the indicator “  
” blinks (battery  
power warning), then the unit shuts off. Replace  
the battery pack with a fully charged one.  
Note: The symbol containing 3 darkened squares —  
— does not necessarily mean that the battery  
pack is fully charged.  
lights. Otherwise, the tape remaining time is  
displayed and the tape remaining time warning  
blinks when the tape is about to reach its end.  
When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and a  
tape is loaded: the cassette (  
) mark is  
$ Focus Indicator .................................... pg. 29  
% Exposure Control Level Counter ........... pg. 27  
^ White Balance Mode Indicator ............ pg. 30  
displayed regardless of the Erase Protection tab’s  
position.  
2 Recording Mode (SP/LP) Indicator .......... pg. 8  
& •Record–Standby Mode Indicator ....... pg. 12  
3,7 Programme AE Indicator ................. pg. 20  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when  
Programme AE with special effects is switched  
from one mode to another by pressing P.AE., then  
only the indicator remains at 7.  
3,8 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... pg. 19  
Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when the  
Fade/Wipe is switched from one effect to another  
by pressing EFFECT, then only the indicator  
remains at 8.  
4 Tape Length Indicator ............................ pg. 8  
5 Zoom Indicator Bar ............................. pg. 14  
Zoom Level Indicator  
Approximate Zoom Ratio  
6 Recording Indicator ............................. pg. 12  
9 Picture Stabilizer Indicator ................... pg. 16  
•Lens Cover Warning:  
LENS COVER .................................... pg. 13  
* Clock Battery Warning  
Blinks for approx. 10 seconds when the power is  
turned on. This display also blinks when the clock  
(lithium) battery is either not installed or has  
discharged. Install or replace the old battery with  
a new one (pg. 6).  
( Tape End Display: TAPE END ............ pg. 13  
Appears when the end of the tape is reached  
during playback, recording or fast-forward.  
Condensation Warning:  
When this indication appears, all functions  
except tape eject and power on/off are disabled.  
Turn the unit off (without removing the power  
source) for a few hours, and when you turn it on  
again the indication should disappear.  
Head Clog Warning:  
Appears if dirty heads are detected during  
recording. In such a case, use the optional  
Cleaning Cassette. If, after using it, the problems  
still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
0 Interval Timer/Recording Time  
Indicator ..................................... pg. 32, 41  
•5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator  
(GR-FX43/FX33/FX23 only) ............... pg. 16  
! Instant Title Display ............................. pg. 23  
@ Date/Time Display ............................... pg. 22  
CAUTIONS  
EN53  
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to  
high temperatures will increase natural  
discharge and shorten service life.  
DANGER:  
Video Light  
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.  
... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when  
not in use, as some machines use current even  
when switched off.  
NOTES:  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging .............. 10°C to 35°C  
Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C  
Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C  
Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
General Battery Precautions  
When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is  
not functioning even when correctly operated, the  
battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.  
Use only the following battery:  
Cassettes  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
C-P6U or C-P7U..................... R6 (AA) size  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.  
1. During use . . .  
... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.  
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes  
automatically erases the previously recorded  
video and audio signals.  
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when  
replacing the battery.  
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it  
can leak or explode.  
3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.  
4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored  
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage  
which can cause malfunctions.  
... 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.  
... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes  
the tape to fingerprints and dust.  
Battery Packs  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
... out of direct sunlight.  
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:  
... 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.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
... do not burn.  
Terminals  
... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
... do not modify or disassemble.  
Main Unit  
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .  
... use only specified chargers.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .  
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
... avoid repeated charging without fully  
discharging.  
... 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.  
... 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.  
CAUTIONS (cont.)  
54  
EN  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
For Your Maintenance  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near  
a cooking stove.  
1. After Use  
1 Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn  
off the camcorder.  
2 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing  
... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
... near a television set.  
... 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.  
PUSH.  
3 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery  
pack.  
4 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to  
close the lens cover.  
2. Cleaning The Camcorder  
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR  
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.  
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.  
2 CLEAN LENS  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe it gently  
with lens cleaning paper.  
3 REMOVE EYEPIECE  
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it  
out.  
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. Be sure to  
hold the main unit with both hands or use the  
grip.  
... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap.  
4 CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
Remove dust using a blower brush.  
5 RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE  
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.  
About moisture condensation . . .  
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.  
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.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause severe  
damage to the video tape, and can lead to  
internal damage to the camcorder itself.  
Serious malfunctioning  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
EN55  
Camcorder  
General  
Format  
: VHS PAL standard  
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C  
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%  
Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C  
Weight  
Power source  
Power consumption  
GR-FX53  
light on  
light off  
: DC 6.0 V  
GR-FX53  
: Approx. 750g  
: 8.1 W  
: 5.2 W  
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23: Approx. 740g  
GR-FX43/FX33/FX23 : 5.2 W  
Dimensions  
: 91 (W) x 119 (H) x 198 (D) mm  
(with the LCD monitor closed  
and with the viewfinder fully  
tilted downward)  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: PAL-type  
: FM recording  
Pickup  
Lens  
: 1/4” format CCD  
Colour  
: Converted sub-carrier  
: F1.6, f = 3.9 to 62.4 mm, 16:1  
power zoom lens with auto iris  
and macro control, filter  
diameter 40.5 mm  
direct recording  
Conforms to VHS standard  
Cassette  
:
cassette  
Tape speed  
Viewfinder  
SP  
LP  
: 23.39 mm/sec.  
: 11.70 mm/sec.  
GR-FX53/FX33/FX23: Electronic viewfinder with  
0.5” black/white CRT  
: Electronic viewfinder with  
0.55” colour LCD  
Recording time (max.)  
GR-FX43  
SP  
LP  
: 60 minutes  
: 120 minutes  
White balance  
adjustment  
(with EC-60 cassette)  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
Connectors  
JLIP  
: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head  
jack  
(compatible with RC-5325 plug)  
Audio  
: –8 dBs, 1 kanalogue output  
(via Audio output connector)  
Video  
: 1 Vp-p, 75 unbalanced,  
analogue output  
(via Video output connector)  
Provided Accessories ..................  
pg. 3  
AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V15EG  
Power requirement  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`,  
50/60 Hz  
Optional Accessories  
Power consumption : 23 W  
Output  
Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V856U  
Car Battery Charger BH-V3E  
Charge  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
Compact VHS (  
) Cassettes EC-60/45/30  
Cassette Adapter C-P6U  
VTR  
Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
Remote Control Unit RM-V700U  
Charging system  
: Constant current, peak  
detection, timer controlled  
Dimensions  
Weight  
: 140 (W) x 42 (H) x 68 (D) mm  
: Approx. 300 g  
Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please  
consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories  
and their availability.  
Cassette Adapter C-P7U (provided only with the  
GR-FX53/FX43/FX33)  
E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change  
without notice.  
Dimensions  
Weight  
: 188 (W) x 25 (H) x 104 (D) mm  
: Approx. 240 g  
Accessory  
: “R6 (AA)”-size battery x 1  
EN  
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED  
®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
COPYRIGHT© 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
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