JVC GR SX210A User Manual

ENGLISH  
COMPACT  
VHS CAMCORDER  
CONTENTS  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
MAJOR FEATURES  
2 – 3  
4
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
GETTING STARTED  
5
GR-SXM460A  
GR-SXM260A  
GR-SX210A  
6 – 15  
RECORDING  
16 – 32  
Basic Recording ..........................16  
Basic Features ...........................18  
Advanced Features ......................22  
PLAYBACK  
33 – 37  
GR-SXM46EA  
GR-SXM26EA  
GR-SX21EA  
Basic Playback ...........................33  
Features ..................................34  
Using The Cassette Adapter ...........35  
Connections...............................36  
USING THE REMOTE  
CONTROL UNIT  
38 – 48  
Playback Zoom ..........................41  
Insert Editing .............................42  
Audio Dubbing ...........................43  
Random Assemble Editing ..............44  
Animation And Time-Lapse .............48  
CAUTIONS  
49 – 51  
52 – 53  
54 – 57  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
INDEX  
Controls, Connectors And  
Indicators ...............................54  
Indications ................................56  
SPECIFICATIONS  
58 – 59  
VHS  
PAL  
625  
INSTRUCTIONS  
LYT0529-001A  
EN  
EN3  
NOTES:  
The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main  
unit.  
The rating information and safety caution of the AC Power Adapter/Charger are on its bottom.  
This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL-type colour television signals. It cannot be used for  
playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor*/viewfinder  
playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V11U**/V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them,  
the provided multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be  
necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)  
*
GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only.  
** GR-SXM46EA/SXM26EA/SX21EA only.  
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all  
sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).  
Do not block the ventilation holes.  
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. heat may not be able to get out.)  
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing  
the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.  
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.  
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,  
potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.  
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)  
ATTENTION USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES  
DO NOT DISPOSE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OR PRODUCTS POWERED BY NON-  
REMOVABLE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, THESE BATTERIES AND PRODUCTS CAN BE  
RECYCLED.  
AT THE END OF NORMAL LIFE,  
IN AUSTRALIA, RETURN TO YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE OR MAIL TO:  
Hagemeyer (Australasia) B.V. 5-7 Garema Circuit Kingsgrove NSW 2208 Australia  
Attn : Service Dept.  
Phone : (02)750 3777  
IN NEW ZEALAND, PLEASE RETURN BATTERIES BY MAIL TO:  
Hagemeyer (NZ) Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland 1000  
Phone : (09)415 8758  
MAJOR FEATURES  
4
EN  
Integrated Auto Light  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only)  
(pg. 20)  
TBC (Time Base Corrector)  
(pg. 34)  
Picture Stabiliser (pg. 18)  
Programme AE with Special  
Effects (pg. 23)  
Electronic Fog Filter  
ND Effect  
Sepia  
Twilight  
Sports  
Nega/Posi  
1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter  
Digital Hyper Zoom  
(pg. 18)  
Zoom in  
Super VHS-ET (pg. 12)  
Zoom out  
NOTES about Automatic Demonstration  
Automatic Demonstration takes place when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON”  
(factory-preset).  
Available when the Power Switch is set to AUTOor PRO..  
DEMO MODE  
Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops  
the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not  
OFF  
ON  
moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will  
resume.  
DEMO MODEremains ONeven if the camcorder power is  
turned off.  
EX I T  
To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to  
Setting Menu  
PRO.and press MENU while the demo is in progress. This  
takes you directly to the demo modes Setting Menu (so you will  
not have to go through the main Menu Screen.) Rotate the Select  
Wheel to select OFFand press it.  
NOTE:  
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the  
camcorder, demonstration is not available.  
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES  
EN5  
AC Power Adapter/  
Charger AA-V16A  
or AA-V16AS  
(GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SX210A),  
AA-V16EA  
(GR-SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA/SX21EA)  
Battery Pack  
BN-V11U  
(GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SX210A),  
BN-V20U  
(GR-SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA/SX21EA)  
Remote Control  
Unit RM-V716U  
(GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
Cassette Adapter  
C-P7U  
R6 (AA) Battery (for  
Cassetter Adapter)  
Core Filter x 2 (for  
provided Audio/  
Video Cable and  
S-Video Cable)  
R03 (AAA) Battery x 2  
(for Remote Control  
Unit, GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
Lithium Battery  
CR2025 (for  
clock operation)  
Shoulder Strap  
Editing Cable  
(GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
Audio/Video  
(A/V) Cable  
S-Video Cable  
DC Cord  
How to Attach The Core Filter  
Attach the provided Core Filters to the provided Audio/Video cable and S-video cable.  
The Core Filter reduces interference.  
5 cm  
1
2
3
Stopper  
1. Release the  
stoppers on  
2. Run the cable through the Core Filter, leaving  
approx. 5 cm of cable between the cable plug and  
the Core Filter. Wind the cable around the outside  
of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration.  
Wind the cable so that it is not slack.  
3.Close the Core Filter until it  
clicks shut.  
both ends of  
the Core Filter.  
Connect the end of the  
cable with the Core Filter to  
the camcorder.  
NOTE:  
Take care not to damage the cable.  
GETTING STARTED  
6
EN  
Battery pack BN-V11U*, BN-V12U or BN-V20U  
Marks  
Power  
This camcorders 3-way power supply system lets you  
choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use  
provided power supply units with other equipment.  
To AC outlet  
CHARGE  
indicator  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
Make sure you unplug the camcorders DC cord from  
1
2
the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/  
Chargers power cord into an AC outlet.  
AC Power  
Adapter/  
Charger  
Align the marks and slide the battery pack in the  
direction of the arrow until it locks in place. The  
CHARGE indicator begins blinking to indicate  
charging has started.  
DC OUT connector  
When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays  
lit, charging is finished. Slide the battery in the  
opposite direction of the arrow and lift off. Remember  
to unplug the AC Adapter/Chargers power cord from  
the AC outlet.  
* GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SX210A only.  
3
Battery pack  
BN-V11U*  
Charging time  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 10 min.  
approx. 1 hr. 50 min.  
BN-V12U (optional)  
BN-V20U** (optional)  
*
GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SX210A only.  
Charge Marker  
** Provided with GR-SXM46EA/SXM26EA/SX21EA.  
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  
NOTES:  
Perform charging where the temperature is between  
10°C and 35°C. 20°C to 25°C is the ideal temperature  
range for charging. If the environment is too cold,  
charging may be incomplete.  
Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged  
battery pack.  
Charging time varies according to the ambient  
temperature and the status of the battery pack.  
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC  
Power Adapter/Charger near a radio.  
If you connect the camcorders DC cord to the adapter  
during battery charging, power is supplied to the  
camcorder and charging stops.  
ATTENTION:  
Charging a battery with some charge  
remaining reduces that batterys capacity.  
Perform the procedure below to fully  
discharge the battery pack before  
recharging.  
Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes  
electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be  
sure to use it only in well-ventilated areas.  
When charging the battery pack for the first time or after  
a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not  
light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC  
Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.  
If the battery operation time remains extremely short  
even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn  
out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new  
one.  
1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder  
and make sure a cassette is not inserted,  
then set the Power Switch to AUTOor  
PRO..  
2. The camcorder power turns off  
automatically when discharging is  
complete.  
When you are not using a battery pack for  
a long period of time, be sure to fully  
discharge it before storing because leaving  
a battery with some charge left over also  
reduces performance.  
Remember to set the charge marker after charging a  
battery pack or after detaching a discharged one from  
your camcorder.  
EN7  
USING THE BATTERY PACK  
Hook on.  
A
Hook its end to the camcorder  
pack in until it locks in place  
and push the battery  
.
B
Push in.  
If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a  
malfunction may occur.  
To Detach The Battery Pack . . .  
.... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.  
Approximate recording time (unit: min.)  
LCD  
LCD  
LCD  
monitor off/  
monitor on/  
monitor on/  
Battery pack  
Viewfinder on Viewfinder off Viewfinder on  
1
2
1
1
BATTERY RELEASE Switch  
BN-V11U  
90  
(45)  
100  
80  
(45)  
70  
(40)  
BN-V12U  
(optional)  
90  
100  
165  
650  
80  
70  
(45)  
(45)  
(40)  
ATTENTION:  
BN-V20U  
(optional)  
140  
(80)  
130  
(75)  
115  
(70)  
Before detaching the power source,  
make sure that the camcorders power  
is turned off. Failure to do so can result  
in a camcorder malfunction.  
BN-V856U  
(optional)  
570  
(330)  
520  
(310)  
460  
(290)  
1 When using GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA  
2 When using GR-SX210A/SX21EA  
) : when the video light is on (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
INFORMATION:  
(
VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the  
BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80EG or  
AA-V80EA AC Power Adapter/Charger.  
Read the VU-V856KITs instruction manuals  
before using.  
NOTES:  
Recording time is reduced significantly under the  
following conditions:  
It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U battery  
pack using the provided AC Power Adapter/  
Charger. Use the optional AA-V80EG or  
AA-V80EA AC Power Adapter/Charger.  
Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.  
The LCD monitor is used repeatedly (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
Before extended use, it is recommended that you  
prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the  
planned shooting time.  
To DC IN  
To AC  
USING AC POWER  
connector  
outlet  
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in  
the illustration).  
To DC OUT  
connector  
NOTES:  
The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features  
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V  
to 240 V.  
Core  
filter  
AC Power  
Adapter/  
Charger  
For other notes, pg. 6.  
DC Cord  
USING A CAR BATTERY  
Use the optional Car Battery Charger/Adapter (connect as  
shown in the illustration).  
To cars cigarette  
lighter socket  
NOTES:  
When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.  
The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3E) can also be  
used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/  
V856U).  
When using the optional Car Battery Charger, refer to the  
respective instruction booklet.  
Car Battery  
Charger/Adapter  
BH-V3E (optional)  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
8
EN  
Slot  
Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal  
This battery is necessary for clock operation and to  
perform date/time settings.  
Switch off the units power and remove the power  
supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery  
Charger, etc.).  
1
Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the  
camcorder.  
2
3
4
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have  
the +mark visible.  
Battery holder  
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.  
EN9  
Date/Time Settings  
Set the Power Switch to PRO.. The power lamp  
1
2
3
comes on.  
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
NEXTin Menu Screen 1 and press it to display  
Menu Screen 2. Then, rotate it to move the highlight  
bar to DATE/TIMEand press it. The DATE/TIME  
Menu appears.  
Select Wheel  
Power Switch  
To return to the previous settings, rotate the Select  
Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXITand  
press it, then go to step 7.  
MENU Button  
To set only the time without changing the date, go  
to step 5.  
Display  
To set YEAR, MONTHor DAY, rotate the Select  
Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired item,  
and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate  
the Select Wheel until the correct setting appears and  
then press it. The setting stops blinking.  
Menu Screen 1  
Menu Screen 2  
4NEXT  
4
5
D. ZOOM  
ON  
TELE MACRO  
OFF  
ON  
Repeat for other date settings.  
4BACK  
REC T I ME  
I NT . T I ME  
T I TLE LANG.  
DATE / T I ME  
J L I P I D NO.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
OFF  
ENGL I SH  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
TIMEand then press it. When the hour setting  
begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. When the  
hour setting stops blinking and the minute setting  
begins blinking, rotate the Select Wheel until the  
correct setting appears and then press it. The minute  
setting stops blinking.  
0 6  
OFF  
4RETURN  
DATE / T I ME  
DATE/TIME Menu  
24-hour indication  
YEAR  
MONTH  
DAY  
2 0 0 0  
6
2 8  
When none of these settings (YEAR, MONTH,  
DAY, TIME) blinks, rotate the Select Wheel to  
move the highlight bar to EXIT, and press it. The  
Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
RETURN.  
:
T I ME  
2 0 2 0  
6
7
EX I T  
Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.  
4BACK  
REC T I ME  
I NT . T I ME  
T I TLE LANG.  
DATE / T I ME  
J L I P I D NO.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
OFF  
ENGL I SH  
0 6  
OFF  
NOTE:  
To display the date and time in the camcorders display  
and on a connected TV, see Date/Time Insert”  
(pg. 27).  
4RETURN  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
10  
EN  
Recording Mode Setting  
Set depending on your preference.  
Set the Power Switch to AUTOor PRO.. Press  
1
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.  
NOTES:  
If the recording mode is switched during recording, the  
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.  
S-VHS/S-VHS ET recording is not possible when the  
recording mode is set to LP(pg. 12, 26).  
Select Wheel  
Power Switch  
MENU Button  
SP/LP Recording  
Mode Button  
Tape Length Setting  
Set the tape length according to the length of the tape  
used.  
Viewfinder  
T 3 0  
Tape length indicator  
SP  
Set the Power Switch to PRO., then press MENU.  
Recording mode  
indicator  
1
2
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
MACDROisplaOyFF  
TELE  
TAPE LENGTH, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH  
TAPE LENGTH  
T 3 0  
Setting Menu appears.  
Menu Screen  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
the correct tape length setting. T30=30 minutes of  
recording time, T45=45 minutes, T50=50 minutes  
and T60=60 minutes.  
To return to the previous setting, rotate the Select  
Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXIT.  
3
4RETURN  
TAPE LENGTH  
TAPE LENGTH  
Setting Menu  
T 3 0  
T 4 5  
T 5 0  
T 6 0  
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears  
with the highlight bar on RETURN. Press the Select  
Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.  
4
EX I T  
NOTE:  
TELE MACRO  
TAPE LENGTH  
OFF  
T 4 5  
The tape remaining time (pg. 16) displayed in the  
viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has  
been selected.  
4RETURN  
EN11  
Cassette holder  
Loading/Unloading A Cassette  
Open the LCD monitor fully (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
1
2
3
4
5
Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not  
use force to open.  
Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make  
sure the label is facing outward.  
Press the Close button to close the cassette holder  
until it locks into place.  
Close Button  
EJECT Switch  
Close the LCD monitor (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
Cassette holder  
NOTES:  
Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still  
open may cause damage to the LCD monitor  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
The cassette holder cant 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.  
Close Button  
EJECT Switch  
The cassette holder cannot be opened while the  
camcorder is in the record mode.  
Turn to take  
up slack.  
Erase Protection tab  
Gear  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
12  
EN  
Recording Format Setting  
Set the recording format according to the format of the  
tape used or type of recording you wish to perform.  
NOTE:  
Before performing the following steps, make sure that the  
recording mode is set to SP(pg. 10).  
Set the Power Switch to PRO.. Press MENU.  
1
Select Wheel  
If a VHS cassette is loaded . . .  
Power Switch  
2
.... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar  
to S-VHS ET, then press it. The S-VHS ET  
Setting Menu appears.  
MENU Button  
If an S-VHS cassette is loaded . . .  
.... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar  
to S-VHS, then press it. The S-VHS Setting  
Menu appears.  
Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded.  
Menu Screen  
4NEXT  
Rotate the Select Wheel to set to either of the  
parameters, then press it. Press the Select Wheel  
again. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight  
bar on RETURN.  
D. ZOOM  
ON  
TELE MACRO  
OFF  
OFF  
T 3 0  
3
S
VHS ET  
TAPE LENGTH  
When an S-VHS  
cassette is loaded:  
S-VHS  
In the S-VHS ET Setting Menu,  
4RETURN  
ON : Records with S-VHS picture quality on a VHS  
cassette (factory-preset). This is called Super  
VHS ET (Expansion Technology).  
S
VHS ET  
Setting Menu  
OFF: Records in VHS.  
ON  
OFF  
In the S-VHS Setting Menu,  
ON : Records in S-VHS on an S-VHS cassette  
(factory-preset).  
OFF: Records in VHS on an S-VHS cassette.  
EX I T  
Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.  
When the S-VHS ET mode is engaged, S-ETis  
displayed.  
During S-VHS record mode, Sis displayed.  
When S-VHS ET or S-VHS recording starts, S-VHS  
REC.is displayed for approx. 3 seconds.  
TELE MACRO  
TAPE LENGTH  
OFF  
T 3 0  
4
Menu Screen  
4RETURN  
NOTES:  
Normal Screen  
If a cassette is not loaded, S-VHSwill be displayed in  
the Menu Screen.  
S-VHS/S-VHS ET recording is not possible when the  
recording mode is set to LP(pg. 10).  
EN13  
NOTES about S-VHS and S-VHS ET  
JVC EHG (Extra High Grade) tapes are recommended for superior results.  
Use S-VHS tape for storing recordings for an extended period or for recording important scenes, as it  
enables higher-quality recording and playback.  
It is recommended to specifically label S-VHS ET recordings so you can easily distinguish them from  
regular VHS recordings.  
With some tapes, better picture quality may not be obtained even with S-VHS ET recording. It is  
recommended that you do test record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained.  
If the S-VHS ET mode or recording format is switched during recording, the playback picture will be  
blurred at the switching point.  
It is recommended that tapes recorded on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.  
Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode can be played back not only on this camcorder but also on  
a Super VHS VCR.  
Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs.  
Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR.  
S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes.  
To avoid on-screen noise, do not perform Still Playback or Shuttle Search repeatedly.  
If the picture contains a lot of jitter or noise, use a cleaning cassette.  
Compatibility Between S-VHS And VHS  
Recording  
Playback  
Blank tape  
Camcorder  
Recorded tape  
Cassette adapter  
S-VHS VCR  
S-VHS-C  
cassette  
S-VHS/S-VHS ET  
recordings  
The recorded format (S-VHS or  
VHS) is automatically detected  
when playback begins.  
VHS-C  
cassette  
VHS  
recordings  
Regular VHS VCR  
Blank tape  
Camcorder  
Recorded tape  
Cassette adapter  
S-VHS recorded tapes cannot be  
viewed on regular VHS VCRs.  
GETTING STARTED (cont.)  
Grip Adjustment  
14  
EN  
Power Zoom Lever  
Separate the Velcro strip.  
1
2
3
Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the  
grip.  
Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily  
operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power  
Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.  
Recording  
Start/Stop Button  
Viewfinder Adjustment  
Set the Power Switch to CAMERA(AUTOor  
1
2
3
PRO.).  
Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.  
3
Turn the Dioptre Adjustment Control until the  
indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.  
2
180°  
1
Set to CAMERA”  
(AUTOor PRO.).  
PAUSE  
EN15  
Shoulder Strap Attachment  
Following the illustration, thread the strap through the  
eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the  
buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other  
end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure  
the strap is not twisted.  
1
2
1
4
2
Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.  
3
Tripod Mounting  
Align the screw and camera direction stud on the  
1
tripod with the cameras 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  
16  
EN  
NOTE:  
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring  
You should already have performed the procedures listed  
below. If not, do so before continuing.  
Power (pg. 6)  
Recording Mode Setting (pg. 10)  
Tape Length Setting (pg. 10)  
Load A Cassette (pg. 11)  
Grip Adjustment (pg. 14)  
Viewfinder Adjustment (pg. 14)  
Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder  
Power Switch  
Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
1
Recording Start/Stop Button  
Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the  
lens cover. Set the Power Switch to CAMERA”  
(AUTOor PRO.). The power lamp lights and the  
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.  
PAUSEis displayed in the viewfinder.  
2 5M I N  
Tape remaining time  
indicator  
(Approximate)  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “  
appears  
2
in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.  
MIN  
120MIN  
1MIN  
119MIN  
2MIN  
(Now calculating)  
To Stop Recording . . .  
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder  
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.  
0MIN  
(Blinking)  
3MIN  
(Blinking)  
(Blinking)  
Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA only)  
90°  
180°  
Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Turn the  
LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens  
1
cover. Set the Power Switch to CAMERA(AUTO”  
or PRO.). The power lamp lights and the  
camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode.  
PAUSEis displayed in the LCD monitor.  
Select Wheel (BRIGHT)  
DISPLAY Button  
Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best  
viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.  
2
appears in the LCD monitor while recording is  
––––6––––  
+
BR I GHT  
in progress.  
NOTE:  
When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct  
sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this  
happens, use the viewfinder instead.  
To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor  
.... rotate the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) until the  
bright level indicator on the display moves  
and the appropriate brightness is reached.  
To Stop Recording . . .  
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder  
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.  
Power Switch Position  
AUTO : Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.  
PRO. : Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.  
OFF : Switches off the camcorder.  
PLAY : Allows you to play back your recordings.  
EN17  
NOTES:  
When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more,  
the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached.  
There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.  
The time required to calculate the remaining tape length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary  
according to the type of tape used.  
The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected (pg. 10).  
TAPE ENDappears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this  
condition for 5 minutes. TAPE ENDalso appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.  
If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the  
camcorders power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to OFF, and then back to CAMERAto  
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. 19) to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any of it.  
While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only)  
In some situations, different shooting angles may provide  
more dramatic results. Hold the camcorder in the desired  
position and tilt the LCD monitor in the most convenient  
direction. It can rotate 270° (90° downward, 180° upward).  
INTERFACE SHOOTING (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only)  
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD  
monitor, and you can even shoot yourself while viewing  
your own image in the LCD monitor.  
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180 degrees  
so that it faces forward. When the LCD monitor is tilted  
upward to an angle of over approx. 105 degrees, the  
monitor image is inverted vertically, and the viewfinder  
also switches on.  
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-  
recording) and start recording.  
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and  
indications do not appear inverted as they would when  
viewing a mirror.  
NOTE:  
The monitored image can be viewed on the LCD monitor  
and in the viewfinder.  
LCD MONITOR*/VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS  
Press DISPLAY for more than 1 second to make the  
following indications appear/disappear from the  
camcorders display: cassette warning, tape remaining  
time, battery pack remaining power indicator and tape  
Self-Recording  
length indicator (pg. 56, 57).  
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.  
* GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only.  
RECORDING Basic Features  
18  
EN  
FEATURE: Zooming  
Zoom in (T: Telephoto)  
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 (W: Wide angle)  
Zoom indicator bar  
OPERATION:  
Zoom In  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T.  
Zoom Out  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W.  
The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever, the  
quicker the zoom action.  
Display  
1X  
NOTES:  
Zoom level  
indicator  
Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In  
this case, set the zoom while in RecordStandby,  
lock the focus by using the manual focus  
(pg. 31), 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  
Picture Stabiliser indicator  
Power Zoom Lever  
When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may  
suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set D.ZOOM”  
to OFFin the Menu Screen (pg. 25).  
P. STABILIZER Button  
FEATURE: Picture Stabiliser  
PURPOSE:  
To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-  
shake, particularly at high magnification.  
OPERATION:  
Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.  
To switch off the Picture Stabiliser, press  
P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.  
NOTES:  
Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand  
shake is excessive, or under the following conditions:  
When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal  
stripes.  
When shooting dark or dim subjects.  
When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.  
When shooting scenes with movement in various  
directions.  
When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.  
Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording  
with the camcorder on a tripod.  
The “  
indicator appears blinking if the Stabiliser  
cannot be used.  
EN19  
5 SEC. REC Button  
(GR-SXM260A/SX210A/  
SXM26EA/SX21EA only)  
FEATURE: Quick Review  
PURPOSE:  
To check the end of the last recording.  
OPERATION:  
1) Set the Power Switch to CAMERA(AUTOor  
RETAKE  
PRO.).  
(
2
/
3
)
Button  
2) Press  
2
and release quickly during the Record–  
Standby mode.  
Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and played  
back automatically, then pauses in RecordStandby  
mode for the next shot.  
NOTE:  
Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is  
normal.  
Display  
FEATURE: Retake  
PURPOSE:  
To re-record certain segments.  
PAUSE  
OPERATION:  
5S  
1) Make sure the camcorder is in the RecordStandby  
mode.  
2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point  
for new recording. Pressing  
3
forwards the tape  
5 Sec. Rec mode indicator  
(GR-SXM260A/SX210A/SXM26EA/SX21EA only)  
and pressing reverses it.  
2
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.  
FEATURE: 5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)  
(GR-SXM260A/SX210A/  
SXM26EA/SX21EA only)  
PURPOSE:  
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene  
transitions like those seen in TV programmes.  
OPERATION:  
Make sure the recording mode is set to SP.  
1) During RecordStandby, press 5SEC. REC. “  
appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.  
5S”  
2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording  
starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the  
camcorder reenters the RecordStandby mode  
automatically.  
To cancel the 5Sec. Rec function, press 5SEC. REC  
again so that “  
5Sdisappears.  
NOTE:  
Fade/Wipe (pg. 22) cannot be activated by  
pressing 5SEC. REC.  
RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)  
20  
EN  
FEATURE: Video Light (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA only)  
PURPOSE:  
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.  
OPERATION:  
Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:  
OFF : Turns off the light.  
AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the  
camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the  
subject.  
LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch  
ON  
: Always keeps the light on as long as the  
camcorder is turned on.  
The video light can only be used with the  
camcorders power on.  
It is recommended to set the white balance  
(pg. 32) to  
when you use the video light.  
DANGER  
When not using the video light, turn it off to save  
battery power.  
The video light can become extremely  
hot. Do not touch it either while in  
operation or soon after turning it off,  
otherwise serious injury may result.  
Do not place the camcorder into the  
carrying case immediately after using the  
video light, since it remains extremely  
hot for some time.  
When operating, keep a distance of  
about 30 cm between the video light and  
people or objects.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive  
materials.  
NOTES:  
Even if the battery indicator (  
) does not blink if  
the battery packs charge is low, the camcorder may  
turn off automatically when you turn on the video  
light, or when you start recording with the video light  
turned on.  
When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to AUTO:  
Depending on the lighting conditions, the video  
light may keep turning on and off. In this case,  
manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT  
OFF/AUTO/ON.  
While the Sportsor High Speed Shuttermode  
(pg. 23) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.  
While the Twilightmode (pg. 23) is engaged,  
the light will not activate.  
It is recommended that you consult your  
nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video  
light.  
EN21  
Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a  
snapshot, or several of them in succession.  
SNAPSHOT Button  
Snapshot (GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only)  
Set the Power Switch to AUTOor PRO..  
1
Press SNAPSHOT.  
2 If you press during Record-Standby . . .  
.... a still image will be recorded for approx. 6  
seconds, then the camcorder re-enters the  
Record-Standby mode.  
If you press during Recording . . .  
.... a still image will be recorded for approx. 6  
seconds, then the normal recording resumes.  
Power Switch  
Display  
SNAPSHOT  
NOTES:  
After SNAPSHOT is pressed, there is a momentary  
camera shutter-type blackout together with the sound  
effect of a shutter closing, which is recorded together with  
the image.  
Snapshot is available during playback as well. However,  
the shutter sound is not heard.  
RECORDING Advanced Features  
22  
EN  
Fade/Wipe Effects  
These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions.  
Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or  
wipe-out works at recording end.  
EFFECT  
Button  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
1
Press EFFECT repeatedly until the desired modes  
2
name and indication appear.  
They are displayed for approx  
name disappears so that only the indication remains.  
The effect is reserved.  
3
. 2 seconds, then the  
Power Switch  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate fade-  
in/out or wipe-in/out.  
3
4
To cancel a fade or wipe, press EFFECT repeatedly  
until OFFappears.  
OFFis displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the  
fade/wipe standby mode is cancelled.  
FADER  
Fades in/out to a black screen.  
MOSAIC (Fader)  
Gradually turns/returns the picture into/from a mosaic  
pattern.  
SHUTTER (Wipe)  
A black screen moves in from the top and bottom, closing  
over the image like a shutter, or a new image pushes open  
the black screen vertically from the centre.  
SLIDE (Wipe)  
A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover  
the image, or a new image moves in from right to left.  
DOOR (Wipe)  
Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the  
left and right, revealing the scene, or wipes out and the  
black screen reappears from left and right to cover the  
scene.  
CW:CORNER (Wipe)  
Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the  
lower left corner, revealing the scene, or wipes out from  
lower left to upper right, leaving a black screen.  
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.  
WW:WINDOW (Wipe)  
Wipes in on a black screen from the centre of the screen  
towards the corners, revealing the scene, or wipe out from  
the corners to the centre, leaving a black screen.  
The screen becomes slightly reddish when  
the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia (pg. 23).  
EN23  
Programme AE With Special Effects  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
P.AE  
Button  
1
2
Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired modes name  
and indication appear.  
They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the  
name disappears so that only the indication remains.  
The mode is activated.  
To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until OFF”  
Power Switch  
3
appears. OFFis displayed for approx. 2 seconds.  
NOTES:  
Only one mode can be engaged at a time.  
The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/  
Wipe (pg. 22) is used in the Sepia mode.  
The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed  
Shutter mode. Use in well-lit situations.  
In the High Speed Shutteror Sportsmodes, picture  
colour may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by  
alternating discharge-type light sources such as  
flourescent or mercury-vapour lights.  
SEPIA  
TWILIGHT  
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.  
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. 32).  
SPORTS  
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. 31).  
High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving  
action.  
ND:ND EFFECT  
A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND  
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on  
the subject.  
S1/2000 (1/2000 sec. High  
Speed Shutter)  
Captures faster action than Sports mode.  
FG:FOG  
NEGA POSI  
The colours of a picture are reversed.  
Makes the picture look misty white, as when an  
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the  
image and gives it a fantasylook.  
NEGA POSI mode  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
24  
EN  
Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment  
This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,  
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more  
detailed camcorder settings.  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
1
Menu access depends on the function you select.  
2 If you select the functions from the Menu Screen  
Select Wheel  
Display  
Available Using The Select Wheeldescribed on  
MENU Button  
pg. 25 . . .  
.... press the Select Wheel. 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 Buttondescribed on  
pg. 25 and 26 . . .  
Menu Screen 1  
4NEXT  
D. ZOOM  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
TELE MACRO  
.... press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
Rotate the Select Wheel to place the highlight bar on  
4BACK  
3
4
the desired function.  
REC T I ME  
I NT. T I ME  
T I TLE LANG.  
DATE / T I ME  
JL I P I D NO.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
Menu Screen 2  
OFF  
To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2, rotate  
the Select Wheel to NEXTand press it. To go back  
to Menu Screen 1 from Menu Screen 2, rotate the  
Select Wheel to BACK, and press it.  
To return to the previous setting, place the highlight  
bar on RETURN, then go to step 6.  
ENGL I SH  
0 6  
OFF  
4RETURN  
Setting Menu  
(ex. TITLE LANG.)  
T I TLE LANG.  
Press the Select Wheel. The setting procedure  
depends on the function you select.  
ENGL I SH  
CH I NESE  
ARAB I C  
If you select FOCUS, EXPOSURE, M.W.B.or  
DATE/ TIME. . .  
RUSS I AN  
.... see respective pages (FOCUS: pg. 31,  
EXPOSURE: pg. 30, M.W.B.: pg. 32,  
DATE/TIME: pg. 9) and perform each  
procedure from step 4.  
EX I T  
4BACK  
If you select JLIP ID NO.. . .  
REC T I ME  
I NT. T I ME  
T I TLE LANG.  
DATE / T I ME  
JL I P I D NO.  
DEMO MODE  
OFF  
OFF  
.... rotate the Select Wheel until the desired number  
appears, and press it. Then rotate the Select  
Wheel to move the highlight bar to EXIT.  
CH I NESE  
0 6  
OFF  
If you select any other functions . . .  
.... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar  
to the desired setting.  
4RETURN  
To return to the previous setting, place the  
highlight bar on EXIT.  
Normal Screen  
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears  
5
6
with the highlight bar on RETURN.  
Press the Select Wheel. The normal screen reappears.  
NOTE:  
No menu functions except FOCUSand EXPOSURE”  
are available while in the Record mode.  
EN25  
MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS  
Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel  
Refer to Focusing(pg. 31).  
FOCUS  
Refer to Exposure Control(pg. 30).  
EXPOSURE  
M.W.B.  
Refer to White Balance Adjustmentand Manual White Balance Operation”  
(pg. 32).  
OFF  
ON  
Does not display black bars.  
WIDE  
Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen  
to produce a cinema-like wide-screeneffect. If a snapshot  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only, pg. 21) is taken while the  
camcorder is in the WIDE mode, the snapshot image is recorded  
without the black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.  
NORMAL  
To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more  
convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the  
subject becomes slightly dark.  
GAIN  
(GR-SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA/  
SX21EA only)  
OFF  
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness  
adjustment.  
MAX  
To record a subject in a darkly lit environment, when it is more  
convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the  
picture becomes slightly coarse.  
S.LX  
(GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/  
SX210A only)  
NORMAL  
OFF  
To record a subject in a dimly lit environment, when it is more  
convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the  
subject becomes slightly dark.  
Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness  
adjustment.  
Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (pg. 27).  
TITLE  
Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor  
(pg. 27).  
DATE/TIME  
DISP.  
Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button  
This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.  
D. ZOOM  
ON  
Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and  
magnifying images, zooming is possible from 16X (the optical  
zoom limit), to a maximum of 450X (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SX210A/SXM46EA)/50X (GR-SXM26EA/SX21EA) digital  
magnification.  
OFF  
Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum  
16x magnification) can function. When set to OFFduring  
Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 16X.  
Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus  
depends on the zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance of  
more than 1 m to the subject, the lens is out of focus at the  
maximum telephoto setting. When set to ON, you can shoot a  
subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm.  
OFF  
ON  
TELE MACRO  
Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.  
: Factory-preset  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.)  
26  
EN  
S-VHS*  
(S-VHS ET*)  
ON  
Records in S-VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (pg. 12).  
OFF  
Records in VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (pg. 12).  
TAPE LENGTH  
Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (pg. 10).  
Refer to Animation(pg. 28) and Time-Lapse(pg. 29).  
Refer to Time-Lapse(pg. 29).  
REC TIME  
INT. TIME  
TITLE LANG.  
Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, CHINESE, ARABIC or RUSSIAN) of  
Instant Titles (pg. 27).  
DATE/TIME  
JLIP ID NO.  
Allows you to set the current date and time (pg. 9).  
This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a  
computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory  
setting is 06.  
DEMO MODE  
ON  
Demonstrates certain functions such as Fade/Wipe, etc. When  
DEMO MODEis set to ONand the Menu Screen is closed,  
the demonstration starts.  
Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration  
stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is  
not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration  
will resume.  
NOTE:  
When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is  
not available.  
OFF  
Automatic demonstration will not take place.  
*S-VHS ET is displayed when a VHS cassette is loaded, and S-VHS is displayed when an S-VHS cassette is  
loaded (pg. 12). If a cassette is not loaded, S-VHSwill be displayed in the Menu Screen.  
S-VHS ET is preset to OFF.  
: Factory-preset  
EN27  
Date/Time Insert  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
1
2
3
Allows you to display the date and time in the  
camcorder or on a connected colour monitor,  
as well as to record them manually or automati-  
cally.  
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.  
You should have already performed the Date/  
Time Setting procedure (pg. 9).  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
DATE/TIME DISP.then press it to display the Date/  
Time DISP. Menu.  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is  
activated.  
4
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
RETURN. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu  
Screen.  
5
NOTES:  
Select Wheel  
Power Switch  
DISPLAY  
The selected display can be recorded.  
If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF  
mode before shooting.  
2 5 . 1 2 . 9 9  
AUTO DATE  
Your camcorder automatically records the date for about  
5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following  
situations:  
AUTO DATE  
After changing the date.  
25. 12. 99  
(DATE)  
After loading a cassette.  
After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating  
the Select Wheel.  
22 : 25 : 00  
(TIME)  
In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with  
AUTO DATEbut this is not recorded.  
25. 12. 99  
22 : 25 : 00  
(DATE&TIME)  
No indication  
(OFF)  
Instant Titles  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
1
2
3
4
The camcorder has eight preset titles in  
memory. You can superimpose one of them  
over the video image.  
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.  
Instant Titles can be displayed not only in  
English but also in Chinese, Arabic and Russian.  
Change the setting in TITLE LANG. in the Menu  
Screen (pg. 24, 26).  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
TITLEthen press it to display the TITLE Menu.  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is  
activated.  
T I TLE  
OFF  
HAPPY B I RTHDAY  
HAPPY HOL I DAYS  
OUR FAM I LY  
MOV I E STAR  
PARTY T I ME  
MERRY CHR I STMAS  
WEDD I NG DAY  
CONGRATULAT I ONS  
EX I T  
To make the title indication disappear, select OFF.  
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
RETURN. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu  
Screen.  
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NOTE:  
The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the  
TITLE Menu.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
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Animation  
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.  
NOTES:  
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.  
Select Wheel  
Recording  
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
Start/Stop Button  
1
MENU Button  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
2
NEXTin Menu Screen 1 and press it to display  
Menu Screen 2. Then, move the highlight bar to  
REC TIMEand press it. The REC TIME Menu  
appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the  
highlight bar to the desired recording time, then press  
it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar  
on RETURN. Press the Select Wheel again to close  
the Menu Screen.  
Display  
REC T I ME  
REC TIME Menu  
OFF  
1 / 4  
1 / 2  
S
S
1
5
S
S
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after focusing  
on the subject. The recording stops automatically  
after the selected period of time.  
EX I T  
3
Repeat step 3 for the desired number of pictures.  
4
5
Recording time  
indicator  
To release the Animation mode, set REC TIMEin  
the Menu screen to OFF.  
1S  
REC TIME indication on the normal screen  
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Time-Lapse  
You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving  
the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record  
subtle changes over an extended period of time.  
NOTES:  
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.  
Select Wheel  
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
Recording  
1
Start/Stop Button  
MENU Button  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
2
NEXTin Menu Screen 1 and press it. Menu Screen  
2 appears with the highlight bar on REC TIMEand  
press it. The REC TIME Menu appears. Rotate the  
Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to the desired  
recording time, then press it. The Menu Screen  
reappears.  
Display  
REC T I ME  
REC TIME Menu  
OFF  
1 / 4  
1 / 2  
S
S
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
INT. TIME, then press it. The INT. TIME Menu  
appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the  
highlight bar to the desired interval time, then press it.  
The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
RETURN. Press the Select Wheel again to close the  
Menu Screen.  
1
5
S
S
3
EX I T  
I NT. T I ME  
INT. TIME Menu  
OFF  
1 5  
3 0  
1
S
S
Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and  
intervals alternate automatically.  
M I N  
M I N  
4
5
5
To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “  
displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to  
display “ ”, then set REC TIMEand  
INT. TIMEin the Menu Screen to OFF.  
is not  
EX I T  
NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse):  
For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured  
when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.  
Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed during  
Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.  
Before performing other operations following Animation  
or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation or  
Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.  
Interval time  
indicator  
1 5S  
1S  
Recording time  
indicator  
INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal  
screen  
Animation and Time-Lapse are cancelled when the  
power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected.  
RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)  
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Exposure Control  
This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best  
available picture quality, but you can override it and make  
the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is  
recommended in the following situations:  
When shooting using reverse lighting or when the  
background is too bright.  
When shooting on a reflective natural background such  
as at the beach or when skiing.  
When the background is overly dark or the subject light.  
Select Wheel  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
Power Switch  
1
2
3
4
5
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.  
Manual Exposure  
Screen  
0 0  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
EXPOSUREand press it. The EXPOSURE Menu  
Exposure control  
level counter  
appears.  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
MANU, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears  
and 00(exposure control level counter) appears.  
To brighten the image  
To brighten the image, rotate the Select Wheel  
upward. The exposure control level counter increases  
(maximum +06).  
To darken the image, rotate the Select Wheel  
downward. The exposure control level counter  
decreases (maximum 06).  
+
06  
06  
To darken the image  
Press the Select Wheel. The setting is complete. The  
Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
RETURN.  
6
7
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen disappears  
and the exposure control level counter reappers to  
indicate the exposure is adjusted.  
NOTES:  
To return to the factory setting, select AUTOin step 4.  
To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.  
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Focus detection zone  
Focusing  
AUTO FOCUS  
The camcorders Full Range AF system offers continuous  
shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct  
focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below  
(in these cases use manual focusing):  
When two subjects overlap in the same scene.  
When illumination is low.*  
When the subject has no contrast (difference in bright-  
ness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall, or a  
clear, blue sky.*  
When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*  
When the scene contains minute patterns or identical  
patterns that are regularly repeated.  
When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light  
reflecting off the surface of a body of water.  
When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.  
NOTES:  
If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate  
focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean,  
wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets  
dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with  
a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.  
When shooting a subject close to the lens,  
zoom out first (pg. 18). If zoomed in in  
the auto focus mode, the camcorder could  
automatically zoom out depending on the  
distance between the camcorder and the  
subject. This does not occur with TELE  
MACRO(pg. 25).  
* The low-contrast warning “  
appears  
MANUAL FOCUS  
Make the necessary viewfinder adjustments to use the  
viewfinder (pg. 14).  
Set the Power Switch to PRO..  
1
Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.  
2
3
4
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
FOCUSand press it. The FOCUS Menu appears.  
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to  
MANU, then press it. The Menu Screen disappears  
and “ ” and “ ” appear. The focus is locked at this  
point.  
Select Wheel  
Power Switch  
To focus on a farther subject, rotate the Select Wheel  
upward. “ ” appears and blinks.  
To focus on a nearer subject, rotate the Select Wheel  
downward. “ ” appears and blinks.  
5
Press the Select Wheel. The setting is complete. The  
Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on  
RETURN.  
6
7
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen disppears  
and “  
reappears to indicate the focus is locked.  
NOTES:  
To return to Auto Focus, select AUTOin 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.)  
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White Balance Adjustment  
Manual White Balance Operation  
A term that refers to the correctness of colour  
Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under  
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, more advanced camcorder operators  
control this function manually to achieve a more  
professional colour/tint reproduction.  
various types of lighting.  
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance  
1
2
adjustment, and select MWB.  
Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the  
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that  
the white paper fills the screen.  
Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.  
Press the Select Wheel until MWBbegins  
blinking.  
When the setting is completed, MWBstops  
blinking, and the Menu Screen reappears with  
the highlight bar on RETURN.  
1
3
Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.  
2
3
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight  
bar to “M.W.B.”, then press it. The Menu Screen  
disappears and the M.W.B. Menu appears.  
Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu  
Screen.  
4
Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight  
bar to the desired setting.  
4
AUTO”  
White balance is adjusted automatically (factory  
preset).  
: FINE”  
Outdoors on a sunny day.  
: CLOUD”  
Outdoors on a cloudy day.  
: HALOGEN”  
White paper  
A video light or similar type of lighting is used.  
MWB”  
White balance is set manually.  
Power Switch  
MENU Button  
Select Wheel  
Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen  
reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.  
Press the Select Wheel again to close the Menu  
Screen.  
5
To Change The Tint For Recording . . .  
.... in step 2, substitute coloured paper for white.  
The white balance is adjusted based on the  
colour, changing the tint. Red paper = deeper  
green; blue paper = orange; yellow paper =  
deeper purple.  
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .  
.... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or set the Power  
Switch to “AUTO”.  
NOTE:  
White balance cannot be used when Sepia  
(pg. 23) is activated.  
NOTES:  
In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white  
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually  
(pg. 31).  
A subject can be shot under various types of  
lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,  
candlelight, etc.). Because the colour temperature  
is different depending on the light source, the  
subject tint will differ depending on the white  
balance settings. Use this function for a more  
natural result.  
Once you adjust white balance manually, the  
setting is retained even if the power is turned off or  
the battery removed.  
PLAYBACK Basic Playback  
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Power Zoom Lever (VOL.*)  
Load a tape (pg. 11).  
1
2
Set the Power Switch to PLAY. To start playback,  
press 4/6.  
Speaker*  
To stop playback, press 5.  
Press  
2
to rewind, or  
3
to fast-forward the tape  
during Stop mode.  
NOTES:  
The camcorder shuts off automatically after about  
5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power  
Switch to OFF, then to PLAY.  
When the Power Switch is set to PLAYand the LCD  
monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the  
LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches  
off automatically to save power (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
Select Wheel  
(BRIGHT*)  
Set to “PLAY”.  
Rewind (2) Button  
The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder  
(with the LCD monitor* shut), on the LCD monitor* or  
on a connected TV (pg. 36, 37).  
*GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only.  
You can also view the playback picture on the LCD  
monitor with it flipped over and retracted (GR-  
SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only).  
If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen  
may become black. This is not a malfunction.  
Fast-Forward (3) Button  
Play/Pause (4/6) Button  
Stop (5) Button  
* GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only  
LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA only): Rotate the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) towards +to brighten, or towards to  
darken.  
The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images recorded in  
Wide Mode (pg. 25).  
Speaker Volume Control (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only):  
Slide the Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) towards +to turn up the volume, or towards to turn down the  
volume.  
The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the Date/Time Display when you play back images  
recorded in Wide Mode (pg. 25).  
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.  
1) Press 4/6 during playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.  
Noise bars will appear and the picture will become monochrome during Still Playback.  
If TBC (pg. 34) is engaged, noise bars will not appear. This mode is called Fine Still (GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only).  
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.  
1) Press  
3
for forward or  
2
for reverse search during playback.  
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.  
During playback, press and hold or 3. The search continues as long as you hold the button. Once you  
release it, normal playback resumes.  
Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This is normal.  
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PLAYBACK Features  
Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen  
during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking.  
To activate Manual Tracking:  
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P.STABILIZER Button  
1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. MTappears.  
2) Press P.AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until  
the noise bars disappear.  
EFFECT Button  
To return to Auto Tracking, press P.AE and EFFECT  
simultaneously. ATblinks. When Auto Tracking  
finishes, the indication disappears.  
P.AE Button  
When noise bars appear during playback, the  
camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and ATis  
displayed.  
Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on  
other VCRs or camcorders.  
Set to “PLAY”.  
COUNTER R/M  
Button  
TBC (Time Base Corrector): Removes jitter from  
fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even  
with old tapes. Factory-preset: TBC is engaged.  
To activate/release the TBC mode, press P.STABILIZER  
during playback for more than 1 second. When the TBC  
mode is activated, TBCis displayed.  
Rewind (2) Button  
Fast-Forward (3) Button  
The TBCindicator turns green (grey with a camcorder  
equipped with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is  
working.  
Play/Pause (4/6) Button  
TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle  
Stop (5) Button  
search.  
The TBCindicator turns white while TBC is not  
operative.  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only)  
CLASSIC FILM  
Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect.  
It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts  
working.  
The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is  
activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out points or  
when normal playback resumes after still playback or  
shuttle search.  
If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to  
on, turn off TBC.  
MONOTONE  
Like classic black and white films, your  
footage is shot in B/W. Used together with  
the WIDE mode (pg. 25), it enhances  
the classic filmeffect.  
Counter Memory Function: Makes it easier to  
locate a specific tape segment.  
SEPIA  
1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1 second.  
Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like  
old photos. Combine this with the WIDE  
mode for a classic look.  
The counter resets to 0:00:00.  
2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second. M”  
appears.  
STROBE  
Your recording looks like a series of  
consecutive snapshots.  
3) After recording or playback, press 5, then 2. The tape  
automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.  
4) Press 4/6 to start playback.  
The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and  
VIDEO ECHO  
Adds a ghostto the subject, giving your  
recording a fantasyfeeling.  
Rewind modes.  
To disable the Counter Memory Function, press COUN-  
TER R/M for less than 1 second so that Mdisappears.  
Playback Special Effects (GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only): Allows you to add creative  
effects to the playback image.  
1) Activate the TBC mode and Auto Tracking.  
2) Press and hold P.AE for 1 second repeatedly until the desired modes name and indication appear. They are  
displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the name disappears so that only the indication remains. The effect is  
reserved.  
3) To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until OFFappears. OFFis displayed for approx. 2 seconds.  
Playback Special Effects do not work during shuttle search.  
The selected effect mode cannot be changed during still playback.  
PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter  
Cassette Adapter  
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Use this to play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette  
recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully  
compatible with any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder.  
The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically  
performs tape loading and unloading.  
Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one  
1
2
R6 (AA)size battery as shown, then reattach the  
cover.  
Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment  
door, then insert the cassette and close the compart-  
ment door.  
VCR  
Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the  
tape back as you would any other.  
Compartment door  
3
4
Slide the latch and the compartment door opens  
automatically. This may take around 10 seconds. Do  
not attempt to force the adapter open. Then, insert  
your finger in the hole on the underside of the  
adapter as shown in the illustration at left, and push  
up and remove the cassette.  
NOTES:  
During tape loading and unloading, do not touch the  
reels for safety and tape protection.  
Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be  
played back on a regular VHS VCR. Playback is possible  
with a VCR equipped with the S-VHS function.  
During special-effect playback (slow motion, still frame,  
etc.), the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear  
on the screen.  
Sliding latch  
Compact video cassette  
To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the  
adapter, cover the adapters recording safety hole with  
adhesive tape.  
Reels  
Recording safety hole  
PLAYBACK Connections  
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These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV  
instruction manuals.  
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors  
Use the provided Audio/Video (A/V) cable.  
To TV or VCR  
TV  
Yellow to  
A/V cable  
Yellow to VIDEO  
Video Output  
(provided)  
White to  
Audio Output  
White to AUDIO  
(L/MONO)  
VCR  
Connector cover*  
*When connecting the cables, open this cover.  
B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors  
Use the provided Audio/Video (A/V) cable and S-Video cable.  
To TV or VCR  
TV  
Yellow: not  
connected  
Yellow: not  
connected  
A/V cable  
(provided)  
White to  
AUDIO in  
White to  
Audio Output  
S-Video cable  
(provided)  
To S-VIDEO  
IN  
To S-Video  
Output  
VCR  
Connector cover*  
*When connecting the cables, open this cover.  
EN37  
Basic Connections  
Tape Dubbing  
Make sure all units are turned off.  
Following the illustration on pg. 36, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR.  
1
2
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as  
Set the camcorders Power Switch to PLAY,  
turn on the VCRs power, and insert the  
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the  
VCR.  
shown in the illustration (pg. 36).  
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.  
If not . . . go to step 4.  
Connect the VCR output to the TV input,  
Engage the VCRs AUX and Record-Pause  
3
4
5
referring to your VCRs instruction manual.  
3
4
modes.  
Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.  
Engage the camcorders Play mode to find a  
spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is  
reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.  
Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the  
TV to its VIDEO mode.  
Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the  
VCRs Record mode.  
5
6
7
NOTES:  
Engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode and press  
4/6 on the camcorder.  
It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/  
Charger as the power supply instead of the battery  
pack (pg. 7).  
Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing,  
then stop the VCR and camcorder when  
finished.  
If your VCR has an S-Video input connector,  
connect the camcorder and the VCR using the  
provided S-Video cable. This can improve the  
dubbed picture quality.  
To monitor the picture and sound from the  
camcorder without inserting a tape, set the  
camcorders Power Switch to CAMERA(AUTO”  
or PRO.), then set your TV to the appropriate  
input mode.  
Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its  
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound  
when the camcorder is turned on.  
If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially  
shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to the  
TV as interference will occur in the camcorder  
playback picture.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT  
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The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic  
operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR.  
1
0
2
4
!
3
5
@
$
^
*
#
%
&
(
6
8
7
9
RM-V716U  
)
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA)  
Functions  
With the camcorder’s Power  
Switch set to “CAMERA”  
(“AUTO” or “PRO.”).  
With the camcorder’s Power  
Switch set to “PLAY”.  
Buttons  
1 Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal.  
2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons  
3 DISPLAY Button*  
4 SHIFT Button  
Zoom in/out (pg. 18)  
Zoom in/out (pg. 41)  
pg. 41, 44  
5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons*  
Left/Right Buttons  
pg. 41  
6 REW Button  
Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search  
(pg. 33)  
7 FADE/WIPE Button*  
8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button*  
9 EFFECT Button*  
0 PAUSE IN Connector  
! START/STOP Button  
@ MBR SET Button  
pg. 45  
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.  
pg. 44  
Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.  
# SNAPSHOT Button  
$ Up Button  
pg. 41  
% Down Button  
pg. 41  
pg. 43  
A. DUB Button  
^ PLAY Button  
Playback start (pg. 33)  
& FF Button  
Forward, Forward Shuttle Search  
(pg. 33)  
* STOP Button  
Stop (pg. 33)  
Pause (pg. 33)  
pg. 46  
( PAUSE Button  
) R.A.EDIT Buttons  
*This function is unavailable with this camcorder.  
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1
3
9
!
0
@
2
4
5
7
#
%
6
8
$
^
&
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
Functions  
Buttons  
With the camcorder’s Power Switch set  
to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”).  
With the camcorder’s Power Switch  
set to “PLAY”.  
1 PAUSE IN Connector  
pg. 45  
pg. 44  
2 MBR SET Button  
3 INT. TIME Button  
Time-Lapse (pg. 48)  
SELF TIMER Button*  
4 REC TIME Button  
Animation, Time-Lapse (pg. 48)  
ANIM. Button  
5 FF Button  
Retake (forward) (pg. 19)  
Fast-Forward, Forward Shuttle Search  
(pg. 33)  
6 REW Button  
Retake (rewind), Quick Review  
(pg. 19)  
Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search  
(pg. 33)  
7 PAUSE Button  
Pause (pg. 33)  
8 PLAY Button  
Playback start (pg. 33)  
9 Infrared beam  
Transmits the beam signal.  
transmitting window  
0 START/STOP Button  
Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.  
! VISS Button*  
@ ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (pg. 18)  
# VCR CTL Button  
$ A.DUB Button  
% STOP Button  
pg. 44  
Audio dubbing (pg. 43)  
Stop (pg. 33)  
^ INSERT Button  
& R.A.EDIT Buttons  
Insert Editing (pg. 42)  
pg. 46  
*This function is unavailable with this camcorder.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
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Installing The Batteries  
1
(RM-V716U , provided with  
3
Tab  
GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only)  
The remote control uses two R03 (AAA)size batteries.  
See General Battery Precautions(pg. 49).  
Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated.  
1
2
3
Insert two R03 (AAA)size batteries in the correct  
direction.  
+
2
Replace the battery compartment cover.  
+
Installing The Battery  
A
B
(RM-V700U, optional)  
1
The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025).  
: Pull out the battery holder while sliding the lock  
2
1
hole.  
3
: Pinch the release tab and pull out the battery  
holder.  
1
Lock hole  
Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have  
2
3
the +mark visible.  
Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.  
Read the caution concerning lithium batteries  
(pg. 2).  
2
3
1
Knob  
1
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.  
Transmitted beam  
effective area  
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.  
Remote sensor  
EN41  
Playback Zoom (GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA  
only)  
Remote sensor  
To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time  
during playback.  
NOTES:  
Use the RM-V716U remote control unit to perform this  
procedure.  
Make sure that the TBC mode is activated (pg. 34).  
Press PLAY to find the scene of interest.  
1
2
Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control.  
Make sure the remote control is pointed at the  
camcorders remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.  
Zoom Buttons  
Up Button  
To move the image on screen around to find a particular  
portion of the picture . . .  
SHIFT  
Left Button  
Down  
Button  
.... while holding down SHIFT, press  
(Left),  
(Right),  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
STOP  
(Up) and  
(Down).  
To End Zoom . . .  
Right Button  
.... press and hold W until magnification returns to  
RM-V716U  
(provided)  
normal. Or, press STOP and then press PLAY.  
NOTES:  
Zoom can also be used during still playback.  
Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image  
may suffer.  
Press T  
Normal playback  
After zooming in on a still video image, when normal  
playback is started, the zoomed-in effect is momentarily  
cancelled but then resumes, returning magnification to  
the previously set level.  
To move image,  
press  
(Right)  
while keeping  
SHIFT held down.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
42  
EN  
Insert Editing  
You can record a new scene onto a previously recorded  
tape, replacing a section of the original recording with  
minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The  
original audio remains unchanged.  
NOTE:  
Use the remote control unit to perform this procedure.  
Set the Power Switch to PLAY.  
1
2
3
Power Switch  
COUNTER R/M Button  
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and  
press PAUSE (6).  
Press and hold COUNTER R/M on the camcorder for  
more than 1 second to reset the tape counter, then  
press it again for less than 1 second so that M”  
appears.  
Display  
w
Insert editing  
indicator  
Press REW (2) to go a little beyond the beginning of  
the scene you want to replace, press PLAY (4) to  
view the recorded tape, and press PAUSE (6) exactly  
at the Edit-In point where the new scene should start.  
4
5
:
:
M
0
1 2 3 4  
Tape Counter  
Press and hold INSERT (w), and without releasing  
INSERT (w), press and release PAUSE (6). The Insert  
Editing indicator appears and the Insert Editing mode  
is engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed  
at appears on the screen, go to the next step.  
Remote sensor  
To begin Insert Editing, press START/STOP. When the  
counter reaches 0:00:00, editing stops automati-  
cally and the camcorder enters the Insert-Pause  
mode.  
6
7
To end Insert Editing, press STOP (5).  
NOTES:  
During Insert Editing, the original audio will be heard  
from the speaker.  
After step 5, Retake (pg. 19) 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  
INSERT  
PLAY  
PAUSE  
STOP  
If Programme AE (pg. 23) is set during Insert Editing,  
press and hold P. AE for more than 1 second.  
RM-V716U  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
OR  
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
EN43  
Display  
Audio Dubbing  
e
4
Audio dubbing  
indicator  
You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape.  
The existing original sound is erased and replaced by the  
sound from the built-in microphone.  
:
:
M
0
0 5 2 0  
Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure  
(pg. 42) before continuing.  
During Audio  
Dubbing  
NOTE:  
Use the remote control unit to perform the following  
procedures.  
Press REW (2) to go a little beyond the beginning of  
Remote sensor  
1
the scene onto which you want to dub the new  
audio, press PLAY (4) to view the recorded tape, then  
press PAUSE (6) at exactly the point where dubbing  
should start.  
Press and hold A. DUB (e), and without releasing  
A. DUB (e), press and release PAUSE (6). The Audio  
Dub-Standby mode is engaged.  
2
3
To begin Audio Dubbing, press PLAY (4). When the  
counter reaches 0:00:00, Audio Dubbing stops  
automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio  
Dub-Standby mode.  
Microphone  
To end Audio Dubbing, press STOP (5).  
4
NOTES:  
REW  
A.DUB  
PLAY  
Do not press FF (3) or REW (2) during Audio Dub-  
Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate.  
If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TVs  
volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.  
PAUSE  
STOP  
NOTES  
RM-V716U  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
(for Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing):  
Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing may not work  
correctly if the tape contains blank segments, or if the  
recording speed was changed during the original  
recording.  
OR  
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
To edit/dub onto a tape, make sure the Erase Protection  
tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide  
the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab  
has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
Do not press STOP (5) during Insert Editing or Audio  
Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.  
During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert-  
Pause or Audio Dub-Standby is engaged, the counter  
may go slightly past 0:00:00. Recording, however,  
stops at exactly 0:00:00.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
44  
EN  
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]  
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as  
the source player. You can select up to 8 cutsfor  
VCR (Recording deck)  
automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is  
more easily performed when the RM-V716U/RM-  
V700U MBR (Multi-Brand Remote, pg. 38, 39) is  
set to operate with your brand of VCR (see VCR  
CODE LIST), but can also be performed by operating  
the VCR manually.  
SHIFT  
Before operation, make sure the lithium battery is  
installed in the remote control RM-V716U/RM-  
V700U (pg. 40).  
MBR SET  
3
4
SET REMOTE/VCR CODE  
2
5
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
1
6
Turn off the power to the VCR and point the  
1
2
remote towards the VCRs infrared sensor. Then,  
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold  
MBR SET, and press button (A) and then (B).  
The code is automatically set once you release  
MBR SET, and the VCRs power comes on.  
0
VCR CTL  
7
8
9
`
RM-V716U  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
OR  
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
Make sure the VCRs power is on. Then, while  
holding SHIFT (RM-V716U)/VCR CTL (RM-  
V700U), press the button on the remote for the  
desired function. The functions the remote can  
control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW and  
VCR REC STBY (you do not need to press SHIFT  
(RM-V716U)/VCR CTL (RM-V700U) for this  
one).  
VCR CODE LIST  
VCR BRAND  
NAME  
BUTTONS  
(A) (B)  
VCR BRAND  
NAME  
BUTTONS  
(A) (B)  
You are now ready to try Random Assemble  
Editing.  
AKAI  
6
6
7
2ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
7
PHILIPS  
1
9
1
9
9
9
1
3
7
3
3
9
9
1
1
6
6
3
3
9
9
9
3
9ꢀ  
5ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
3ꢀ  
2ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
5
1ꢀ  
6
5ꢀ  
`
5ꢀ  
`ꢀ  
9ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
2
IMPORTANT  
BLAUPUNKT  
FERGUSON  
1
3
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and  
those of many other makers, it may not work with  
yours or may offer limited functions.  
9
9
3
7ꢀ  
8ꢀ  
2
NOTES:  
GRUNDIG  
HITACHI  
1
3
4ꢀ  
4
If the VCRs power does not come on in step 1, try  
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.  
Some brands of VCR do not come on automati-  
cally. In this case, turn the power on manually and  
try step 2.  
SANYO  
6
6
6ꢀ  
3
SELECO,  
REX  
JVC  
A
B
C
9
9
9
1ꢀ  
6ꢀ  
3
If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,  
use the controls on the VCR.  
When the remote controls battery runs out, the  
VCR brand you have set will be erased.  
In that case, replace the old battery with a new one  
and reset the VCR brand.  
SHARP  
SONY  
MITSUBISHI  
6
6
7ꢀ  
8
NEC  
3
3
7ꢀ  
8
THOMSON,  
TELEFUNKEN,  
SABA,  
PANASONIC  
1
1
1
9
1
3ꢀ  
7ꢀ  
1ꢀ  
4ꢀ  
8
NORDMENDE  
TOSHIBA  
6
6
9ꢀ  
1
EN45  
MAKE CONNECTIONS  
JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
1
PAUSE TERMINAL  
Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE  
terminal.  
JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE  
PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH  
R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR  
Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT  
connector.  
Open the  
cover.  
Open the cover.  
To Video  
VCR OTHER THAN TYPE  
OR  
To J  
To S-Video  
output  
output  
Connect the editing cable to the RM-V716U/RM-  
terminal  
(JLIP)  
and Audio  
output  
connectors  
V700Us PAUSE-IN connector.  
connector  
Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder and set the  
Power Switch to PLAY.  
2
3
Audio/Video  
(A/V) cable  
(provided)  
Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and  
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCRs  
instructions).  
S-Video cable  
(provided)  
NOTE:  
Editing cable*  
If your VCR has an S-Video input connector or a SCART  
connector compatible with Y/C signals, connect the  
camcorder and the VCR using the provided S-Video cable.  
This can improve the dubbed picture quality.  
To AUDIO  
(L/MONO),  
VIDEO and  
S-VIDEO IN  
connectors  
To Remote  
PAUSE  
VCR  
To PAUSE-IN  
TV  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
RM-V716U  
OR  
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
*Provided with GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only.  
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
46  
EN  
SELECT SCENES  
Power  
Switch  
Point the remote control at the camcorders remote  
sensor. Press PLAY (4), then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF  
(RM-V716U)/ON/OFF (RM-V700U) on the remote  
control. The R.A. Edit counter display appears.  
4
5
6
Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the beginning of  
the scene you want, then press EDIT IN/OUT (RM-  
V716U)/IN/OUT (RM-V700U) to register that point.  
The data appears under INon the display.  
Remote sensor  
Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the end of the  
scene and press EDIT IN/OUT (RM-V716U)/IN/OUT  
(RM-V700U) to register it.  
The data appears under OUTon the display.  
The total time of the registered scene(s) is displayed  
at the bottom of the screen.  
Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional scene (as  
7
8
many as 8).  
To make corrections, press CANCEL during steps 5  
and 6 to erase the most recently registered point.  
REW  
FF  
NOTES:  
There must be at least one second between an in-point  
and its corresponding out-point.  
PLAY  
R.A.EDIT  
ON/OFF  
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 VCRs Record-Pause mode is cancelled and editing  
does not take place.  
IN/OUT  
CANCEL  
EDIT IN/OUT  
ON/OFF  
RM-V716U  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
OR  
Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF (RM-V716U)/ON/OFF  
(RM-V700U) 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 camcorders power erases all registered  
in- and out-points.  
I N  
:
OUT  
:
:
:
- - - - - -  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
0 0 2 5  
:
:
:
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0
0
0 0 2 5  
:
0 0 0 0  
I N  
OUT  
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
0
0
0
0 0 2 5  
0
0
0
0 1 0 5  
:
:
0 3 1 8  
0 3 3 1  
:
:
0 2 3 3  
0 2 5 3  
:
:
:
- - - - - -  
0 4 1 1  
:
:
:
COUNTER  
TOTAL  
0
0
0 4 1 1  
:
0 1 1 3  
EN47  
Original tape (camcorder)  
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR  
1
3
2
IN  
Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of  
the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).  
IN  
OUT  
IN OUT  
OUT  
9
10  
Point the remote control towards the VCRs infrared  
sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually  
engage the VCRs Record-Pause mode.  
Press MENU on the camcorder to begin Automatic  
Editing, and the previously selected scenes are copied  
to the VCR in the specified order.  
While editing, the R.A. Edit counter of the scene  
which is being copied is shown with a blinking  
highlight.  
Edited tape (VCR)  
11  
Power Switch  
Pressing START/STOP on the remote control does  
not start editing.  
When all selected scenes have been copied, the  
camcorder and VCR enter the Still or Pause mode.  
Press STOP (5) on both units. To make the R.A. Edit  
counter display disappear, press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF  
(RM-V716U)/ON/OFF (RM-V700U).  
When finished editing, be sure to disconnect the  
editing cable and the audio/video cable.  
12  
Recording Start/Stop Button  
MENU Button  
NOTES:  
PAUSE (6) Button  
STOP (5) Button  
If you performed step 1  
on page 45 (MAKE  
CONNECTIONS), keep the remote control pointed at  
the VCR during editing.  
REW (2) Button  
The on-screen display only appears while the camcorder  
searches for each scene.  
There may be noise at in- or out-points on the edited  
tape with certain VCRs.  
Remote Sensor  
STOP  
PAUSE  
R.A.EDIT  
ON/OFF  
VCR REC STBY  
ON/OFF  
RM-V700U  
RM-V716U  
(provided with  
GR-SXM460A/  
SXM46EA only)  
OR  
(optional)  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)  
48  
EN  
FEATURE: Animation and Time-Lapse  
Interval time  
indicator  
PURPOSE:  
The remote control lets you set/release Interval Time  
1M I N  
1 / 2S  
and Recording Time without using the Menu Screen.  
Recording time  
indicator  
OPERATION:  
Animation  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 28  
(Animation), press REC TIME on the remote  
control. Each time REC TIME is pressed, the  
Recording Time indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and no indication  
(off).  
Remote sensor  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 28, press  
REC TIME on the remote control until the Recording  
Time indicator disappears.  
Time-Lapse  
1) Set  
Instead of performing steps 1 through 3 on pg. 29  
(Time-Lapse), press REC TIME and INT. TIME on  
the remote control. Each time REC TIME is pressed,  
the Recording Time indicator appears, changing in  
the following order: 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, 5S and no  
indication (off). Each time INT. TIME is pressed, the  
Interval Time indicator appears, changing in the  
following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and no  
indication (off).  
START/STOP  
INT. TIME  
REC TIME  
2) Release  
Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 29, press  
REC TIME and INT. TIME on the remote control until  
the indicators disappear.  
RM-V700U  
(optional)  
NOTE:  
Also refer to pgs. 28 and 29.  
CAUTIONS  
EN49  
Video Light  
Battery Packs  
The battery packs are nickel-cadmium  
or nickel metal-hydride batteries.  
Before using the supplied battery pack  
or an optional battery pack, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
DANGER:  
The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not  
touch it either while in operation or soon after  
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.  
Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case  
immediately after using the video light, since it  
remains extremely hot for some time.  
When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm  
between the video light and people or object.  
Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
It is recommended that you consult your nearest  
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.  
1. To avoid hazard . . .  
... do not burn.  
Terminals  
... do not short-circuit the terminals.  
... do not modify or disassemble.  
... use only specified chargers.  
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .  
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.  
... avoid repeated charging without fully discharg-  
ing.  
... charge in an environment where temperatures  
are within the tolerances shown in the chart  
below. This is a chemical reaction type  
batterycooler temperatures impede chemical  
reaction, while warmer temperatures can  
prevent complete charging.  
General Battery Precautions  
If the remote control or cassette adapter is not  
functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the  
batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh  
ones.  
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to  
high temperatures will increase natural  
discharge and shorten service life.  
... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.  
... remove from charger or powered unit when  
not in use, as some machines use current even  
when switched off.  
Use only the following batteries:  
Remote control ................. R03 (AAA) size x 2  
(RM-V716U)  
Cassette adapter ............... R6 (AA) size x 1  
(C-P6U or C-P7U)  
Please make note of the following rules for battery  
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or  
explode.  
NOTES:  
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after  
charging, or after use.  
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 40 for the  
remote control, or read the cassette adapter  
(C-P6U/C-P7U) instructions.  
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from  
those specified.  
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.  
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.  
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as  
they can leak or explode.  
Temperature Range Specifications  
Charging .................... 10°C to 35°C  
Operation .................. 0°C to 40°C  
Storage ...................... 10°C to 30°C  
Recharging time is based on room temperature of  
20°C.  
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging  
takes.  
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.  
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be  
stored for an extended period to avoid battery  
leakage which can cause malfunctions.  
CAUTIONS (cont.)  
50  
EN  
Cassettes  
Main Unit  
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to  
read the following cautions:  
1. During use . . .  
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .  
... open the camcorders chassis.  
... disassemble or modify the unit.  
... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.  
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in  
use.  
... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects  
to enter the unit.  
... remove the battery pack or disconnect the  
power supply while the power is on.  
... leave the battery pack attached when the  
camcorder is not in use.  
... make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or  
VHS-C mark.  
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes  
automatically erases the previously recorded  
video and audio signals.  
... make sure the cassette is positioned properly  
when inserting.  
... do not load and unload the cassette  
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at  
all. This slackens the tape and can result in  
damage.  
2. Avoid using the unit . . .  
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near  
a cooking stove.  
... in places subject to excessive shock or  
vibration.  
... near a television set.  
... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes  
the tape to fingerprints and dust.  
2. Store cassettes . . .  
... away from heaters or other heat sources.  
... out of direct sunlight.  
... where they wont be subject to unnecessary  
shock or vibration.  
... where they wont be exposed to strong  
magnetic fields (such as those generated by  
motors, transformers or magnets).  
... vertically, in their original cases.  
... near appliances generating strong magnetic or  
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,  
etc.).  
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C)  
or extremely low (under 0°C) temperatures.  
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .  
... in places of over 50°C.  
... in places where humidity is extremely low.  
(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).  
... in direct sunlight.  
... in a closed car in summer.  
... near a heater.  
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .  
... allow it to become wet.  
... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.  
... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during  
transportation.  
... keep the lens directed at extremely bright  
objects for long periods.  
... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.  
... carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD  
monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with  
both hands or use the grip.  
... swing it excessively when using the shoulder  
strap.  
EN51  
LCD Monitor  
For Your Maintenance  
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,  
DO NOT . . .  
1. After Use  
1 Set the Power Switch to OFFto turn off the  
... push it strongly or apply any shocks.  
... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on  
the bottom.  
camcorder.  
2 Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60  
degrees. Slide EJECT to open the cassette  
holder, then remove the cassette.  
2. To prolong service life . . .  
... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.  
3 Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing  
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD  
monitor use. These are not malfunctions:  
the Close button.  
4 Close and lock the LCD monitor.  
While using the camcorder, the surface around the  
LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor  
may heat up.  
If you leave power on for a long time, the surface  
around the LCD monitor becomes hot.  
5 Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery  
pack.  
6 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to  
close the lens cover.  
2. Cleaning The Camcorder  
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR  
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.  
Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well  
to wipe off heavy dirt, then wipe again with a  
dry cloth.  
About moisture condensation . . .  
You may have observed that pouring a cold  
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to  
form on the glassouter surface. This same  
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a  
camcorder when it is moved from a cool place  
to a warm place, after heating a cold room,  
under extremely humid conditions or in a  
place directly subjected to the cool air from an  
air conditioner.  
2 CLEAN LCD MONITOR  
Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with  
a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the  
monitor. Close the LCD monitor.  
3 CLEAN LENS  
Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe it gently  
with lens cleaning paper.  
4 REMOVE EYEPIECE  
Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it  
out.  
Moisture on the head drum can cause severe  
damage to the video tape, and can lead to  
internal damage to the camcorder itself.  
5 CLEAN VIEWFINDER  
Remove dust using a blower brush.  
Serious malfunctioning  
6 RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE  
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit  
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.  
Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.  
NOTES:  
Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine  
or alcohol.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery  
pack has been removed or other power units have  
been disconnected.  
Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.  
When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth,  
refer to the cautions that came with it.  
When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the  
viewfinder securely.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
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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. 6).  
The battery pack is not charged (pg. 6).  
The power supply has not been correctly connected  
(pg. 7).  
The power suddenly goes off and  
does not come back on by itself.  
The battery pack has completely discharged.  
Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then  
after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still  
does not come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
RECORDING  
Recording cannot be performed.  
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that  
allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have  
removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the  
hole with adhesive tape (pg. 11).  
Recording does not start.  
The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to  
CAMERA(AUTOor PRO.) (pg. 16).  
Animation or Time-Lapse is not  
available.  
Before recording in the Animation mode at the very  
beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording  
mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly.  
Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to  
begin an animated programme (pg. 28, 48).  
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 TVs 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. 34).  
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot  
be performed.  
The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.  
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SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)  
OTHER  
During recording, the indications do  
not appear.  
Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the  
indications appear (pg. 17).  
The tape will not eject.  
The battery pack is running low.  
If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees, the EJECT  
Switch does not function.  
Some functions are not available.  
The Power Switch is set to 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 LCD monitor and the viewfinder.  
Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is not a defect of  
the camcorder.  
The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.  
The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be  
hot. Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power  
Switch to OFF, and let the unit cool down.  
Coloured bright spots appear all over  
the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high-  
precision technology. However, black spots or bright spots  
of light (red, green or blue) may appear constantly on the  
LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. These spots are not  
recorded on the tape. This is not due to any defect of the  
unit. (Effective dots: more than 99.99 %.)  
The indicators and the picture colour  
on the LCD monitor are not clear.  
This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD  
monitor is pressed.  
The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and  
the lens have become dirty (ex.  
fingerprints).  
Wipe them gently with a soft cloth. Gently wipe in a  
semicircular motion, as wiping strongly spreads the stain  
and it wont come out easily.  
An error number (i.e. E03) appears.  
Turn the camcorders power off, then disconnect the power  
source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again.  
If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult  
your nearest JVC dealer.  
The image is out of focus.  
The dioptre needs to be adjusted (pg. 14).  
The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of  
Auto Focus (pg. 31).  
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. 10).  
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 camcorders power off before disconnecting  
the power source.  
The wrong date and time are  
displayed/recorded.  
If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (pg. 9), 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  
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1
2
3
4 5 6  
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u
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Y
q
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r
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Controls  
Connectors  
1 Dioptre Adjustment Control ................. pg. 14  
q DC IN Connector................................... pg. 7  
2 Lens Cover Open/Close Ring................ pg. 16  
The connectors w to t are located beneath the  
cover.  
3 Video Light Switch  
[LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]  
w Video Output Connector ...................... pg. 36  
e Audio Output Connector ..................... pg. 36  
r S-Video Output Connector ................... pg. 36  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only) ................... pg. 20  
4 Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]  
t J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only) .......... pg. 21  
5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC. REC]  
(GR-SXM260A/SX210A/  
Connector]  
Connect the editing cable when performing  
Random Assemble Editing (pg. 44 47).  
It is used to connect the camcorder to a device  
such as a personal computer.  
SXM26EA/SX21EA only) .................... pg. 19  
5 Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. pg. 18  
Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]  
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.  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only) ................. pg. 33  
6 Picture Stabiliser Button  
[P.STABILIZER] .................................. pg. 18  
Time Base Corrector Button ............... pg. 34  
Indicators  
7 Programme AE Button [P.AE] ................ pg. 23  
8 Fade/Wipe Button [EFFECT] ................. pg. 22  
y Power Lamp ........................................ pg. 16  
9 Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... pg. 19  
Quick Review Button [ R] ............. pg. 19  
Rewind Button [REW] ....................... pg. 33  
Other Parts  
u Battery Pack Mount ............................... pg. 7  
i Viewfinder ........................................... pg. 14  
o Grip Strap ............................................ pg. 14  
0 Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... pg. 19  
Fast-Forward Button [FF] ................... pg. 33  
! Stop Button [STOP] .............................. pg. 33  
@ Play/Pause Button [PLAY/PAUSE] ......... pg. 33  
p Camera sensor  
Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor  
necessary for shooting is built-in here.  
Remote Sensor .................................. pg. 40  
# Select Wheel [PUSH] ........................ pg. 24  
Bright Dial [BRIGHT]  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
Q Video Light  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only) ............. pg. 16, 33  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
$ MENU/DISPLAY Button ................. pg. 17, 24  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only) ................... pg. 20  
% Recording Mode Button [SP/LP] ......... pg. 10  
W Microphone......................................... pg. 43  
E Eyepiece  
Counter Reset/Memory Button  
[COUNTER R/M] .............................. pg. 34  
R Speaker  
^ EJECT Switch ....................................... pg. 11  
& Recording Start/Stop Button.................. pg. 16  
* Power Switch  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only) ................... pg. 33  
T LCD Monitor  
[
, OFF, AUTO, PRO.] .............. pg. 16, 33  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only) ................... pg. 17  
( Battery Release Switch  
[BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. pg. 7  
Y Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... pg. 15  
U Clock Battery Slot .................................. pg. 8  
I Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... pg. 15  
) Close Button ........................................ pg. 11  
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Indications During Recording  
1
2
3
4
5
6
1 2 0M I N  
REC LP  
S ET  
T4 0  
7
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T
W
I L I GHT  
8
0
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0 2  
9
!
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S VHS REC.  
PAUSE  
M
W
B
a
1X  
*
5M I N  
1 / 2S  
BR I GHT  
CONGRATULAT I ONS  
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2 5 . 1 2 . 9 9  
1 1 4 5 1 8  
1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... pg. 17  
7 Recording Indicator ............................. pg. 16  
0 Picture Stabiliser Indicator.................... pg. 18  
Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.  
2 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) ........ pg. 10  
! Interval Time/Recording Time  
3,8 Programme AE Indicator .................. pg. 23  
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 8.  
3,9 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... pg. 22  
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 9.  
Indicator ..................................... pg. 28, 48  
5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator  
(GR-SXM260A/SX210A/SXM26EA/  
SX21EA only) ..................................... pg. 19  
@ Bright Level Indicator  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA only).................................... pg. 16  
# Instant Title Display ............................. pg. 27  
$ Date/Time Display ............................... pg. 27  
% Focus Indicator .................................... pg. 31  
^ Exposure Control Level Counter ........... pg. 30  
& White Balance Mode Indicator............. pg. 32  
* S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording Indicator ... pg. 12  
( RecordStandby Mode Indicator .......... pg. 16  
4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET) ..... pg. 12  
5 Tape Length Indicator .......................... pg. 10  
6 Zoom Indicator Bar.............................. pg. 18  
Zoom Level Indicator  
Approximate Zoom Ratio  
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1 •  
: Cassette Indicator  
Indications During Playback  
Displayed when a tape is loaded.  
w: Insert Editing Indicator .................. pg. 42  
Displayed during Insert Editing.  
1
2 3  
4
5 6  
7
8
2 TBC Indicator ...................................... pg. 34  
3 Playback Special Effect Indicator  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only) ............ pg. 34  
S ET  
SP  
:
4
4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET) ..... pg. 12  
5 Tape Counter ................................. pg. 34, 42  
6 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) ........ pg. 10  
7 Tape Running Indicator  
:
TBC  
1
2 3 4 5  
AT  
MONOTONE  
4
: Playback  
3
2
6
: Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search  
: Rewind/Shuttle Search  
: Pause  
:
:
M 0 1 2 3 4  
e4  
: Audio Dubbing  
8 Tracking Indicator ................................ pg. 34  
9 Tape Counter ....................................... pg. 42  
Displayed only during Insert Editing.  
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+
VOLUME  
0 BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator  
0
9
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA only) ................................. pg. 33  
VOLUME: Speaker Volume Indicator  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA only) ................................. pg. 33  
Warning Indications  
Indications  
Function  
Displays the battery remaining power.  
Remaining power level: high. It does not necessarily mean that the battery  
pack is fully charged.  
Remaining power level: exhausted  
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator  
power warning).  
blinks (battery  
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.  
Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the Erase Protection tab is not in the position  
that allows recording.  
(pg. 11)  
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. 8)  
Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward.  
(pg. 17)  
TAPE END  
Blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the lens cover closed.  
LENS COVER  
(pg. 16)  
These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case,  
all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Remove the tape, turn the  
unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to  
clear, and turn it on again.  
CONDENSATION  
OPERATION PAUSED  
PLEASE WAIT  
These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads  
during recording. In this case, use an optional cleaning cassette. If the warning remains  
after cleaning, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
HEAD CLEANING  
REQUIRED  
USE CLEANING  
CASSETTE  
E01E06  
UNIT IN  
SAFEGUARD MODE  
REMOVE AND  
REATTACH BATTERY  
The error indications (E01 E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an  
error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery,  
etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the  
camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
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Camcorder  
General  
Format  
Power source  
Power consumption  
: S-VHS/VHS PAL standard  
: DC 6.0 V  
LCD monitor* off, viewfinder on : 4.2 W (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA)  
3.7 W (GR-SX210A/SX21EA)  
LCD monitor* on, viewfinder off : 4.6 W (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA)  
LCD monitor* on, viewfinder on : 5.2 W (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA)  
Video light*  
: 3.0 W  
* GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only.  
Signal system  
Video recording system  
Luminance  
: PAL-type  
: FM recording  
Colour  
: Converted sub-carrier direct recording  
Conforms to VHS standard  
Cassette  
:
/
cassette  
Tape speed  
SP  
LP  
: 23.39 mm/sec.  
: 11.70 mm/sec.  
Recording time (max.)  
SP  
: 60 minutes  
LP  
: 120 minutes (with EC-60 cassette)  
: 0°C to 40°C  
: 35% to 80%  
Operating temperature  
Operating humidity  
Storage temperature  
Weight  
: 20°C to 50°C  
: Approx. 980 g (GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA)  
Approx. 970 g (GR-SXM260A/SXM26EA)  
Approx. 830 g (GR-SX210A/SX21EA)  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
: 198 mm x 119 mm x 99 mm (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/  
SXM26EA)  
198 mm x 119 mm x 91 mm (GR-SX210A/SX21EA)  
(with the LCD monitor* closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted  
downward)  
* GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only.  
Pickup  
Lens  
: 1/4" format CCD  
: F1.6, f = 3.9 mm to 62.4 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and  
macro control, filter diameter 40.5 mm  
Viewfinder  
White balance adjustment  
: Electronic viewfinder with 0.5" black/white CRT  
: Auto/Manual adjustment  
LCD monitor  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only)  
: 3" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA)  
2.5" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system  
(GR-SXM260A/SXM26EA)  
Speaker  
: Monaural  
(GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/  
SXM46EA/SXM26EA only)  
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Connectors  
JLIP  
: ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head jack (compatible with RC-5325 plug)  
Video  
: 1 V (p-p), 75 unbalanced, analogue output (via Video output  
connector)  
Audio  
: 300 mV (rms), 1 kanalogue output (via Audio output connector)  
S-Video  
: Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 , analogue output  
C : 0.29 V (p-p), 75 , analogue output  
AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V16A/AS/EA  
Power requirement  
Power consumption  
Output  
: AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz  
: 23 W  
Charge  
VTR  
: DC 8.5 V  
: DC 6.3 V  
, 1.3 A  
, 1.8 A  
Charging system  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
Weight  
: Constant current, peak detection, timer controlled  
: 125 mm x 42 mm x 68 mm  
: Approx. 270 g (AA-V16AS/EA)  
Approx. 250 g (AA-V16A)  
Cassette Adapter C-P7U  
: 188 mm x 25 mm x 104 mm  
: Approx. 240 g  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
Weight  
Accessory  
: R6 (AA)-size battery x 1  
Optional Accessories  
Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V856U  
Car Battery Charger BH-V3E  
Compact S-VHS (  
) Cassettes SE-C45/30  
Compact VHS (  
) Cassettes EC-60/45/30  
Remote Control Unit RM-V700U  
Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U  
Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on  
accessories and their availability.  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated.  
E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.  
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VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED  
®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
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