| ENGLISH   CONTENTS   SAFETY PRECAUTIONS   QUICK OPERATION GUIDE   MAJOR FEATURES   2 – 5   6 7 COMPACT   VHS CAMCORDER   PROVIDED ACCESSORIES   GETTING STARTED   7 8 – 15   RECORDING   16 – 30   GR-SXM320   GR-SX851   GR-AX750   Basic Recording ..........................16   Basic Features ...........................18   Advanced Features ......................21   PLAYBACK   31 – 35   Basic Playback ...........................31   Features ..................................32   Using The Cassette Adapter ...........33   Connections...............................34   USING THE REMOTE   CONTROL UNIT   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) 36 – 39   Animation And Time-Lapse .............37   Insert Editing .............................38   Audio Dubbing ...........................39   TROUBLESHOOTING   40 – 41   42 – 45   INDEX   Controls, Connectors And   Indicators ...............................42   Indications ................................44   CAUTIONS   46 – 47   48   TERMS   *GR-SXM320/SX851 only   USER MAINTENANCE   SPECIFICATIONS   ESPAÑOL   50   51   INSTRUCTIONS   52 – 53   FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) 54   WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) 55   For Customer Use:   Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the   bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.   Model No.   Serial No.   LYT0465-001A   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN   EN3   This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-type color 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-SXM320 only.   ATTENTION:   The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At   the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into   the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for   recycling options or proper disposal.   The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates JVC is   voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their   useful life, when taken out of service in the United States. The RBRC® program provides a convenient   alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be   illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and   disposal bans/restrictions in your area. JVC’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to   preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.   When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that is has sufficient space on all   sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).   Do not block the ventilation holes.   (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)   No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.   When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws   governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.   The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.   Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.   Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases,   potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.   (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   4 EN   5. Ventilation   IMPORTANT PRODUCT   SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS   Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for   ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product   and to protect it from overheating, these openings must   not be blocked or covered.   •Do not block the openings by placing the product on a   bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.   •Do not place the product in a built-in installation such   as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is   provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been   adhered to.   Electrical energy can perform many useful functions.   But improper use can result in potential electrical   shock or fire hazards. This product has been   engineered and manufactured to assure your   personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in   safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its   installation, use and servicing.   6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting   The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only   as recommended by the manufacturer.   ATTENTION:   Follow and obey all warnings and instructions   marked on your product and its operating instruc-   tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and   operating instructions before you operate this   product and keep this manual for future reference.   ANTENNA INSTALLATION   INSTRUCTIONS   1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding   If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the   product, be sure the antenna or cable system is   grounded so as to provide some protection against   voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of   the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides   information with regard to proper grounding of the mast   and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire   to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding   conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,   connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements   for the grounding electrode.   INSTALLATION   1. Grounding or Polarization   (A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized   alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade   wider than the other). This plug will fit into the   power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.   If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the   outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still   fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your   obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of   the polarized plug.   (B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire   grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground-   ing) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type   power outlet. This is a safety feature.   2. Lightning   For added protection for this product during a lightning   storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long   periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and   disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will   prevent damage to the product due to lightning and   power-line surges.   If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,   contact your electrician to replace your obsolete   outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the   grounding-type plug.   3. Power Lines   An outside antenna system should not be located in the   vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or   power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines   or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,   extreme care should be taken to keep from touching   such power lines or circuits as contact with them might   be fatal.   2. Power Sources   Operate your product only from the type of power   source indicated on the marking label. If you are not   sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult   your product dealer or local power company. If your   product is intended to operate from battery power, or   other sources, refer to the operating instructions.   EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER   NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70   3. Overloading   Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral   convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire   or electric shock.   ANTENNA   LEAD IN WIRE   GROUND CLAMP   4. Power Cord Protection   Power supply cords should be routed so that they are   not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed   upon or against them, paying particular attention to   cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point   where they exit from the product.   ANTENNA   DISCHARGE UNIT   (NEC SECTION   ELECTRIC SERVICE   EQUIPMENT   810-20)   GROUNDING CONDUCTORS   (NEC SECTION 810-21)   GROUND CLAMPS   POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM   (NEC ART 250. PART H)   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. AllNMECan–uNaAlTsIOSNeAaLrEcLhEACTnRdICDAoLwCOnDloEad.   EN5   USE   SERVICING   1. Accessories   1. Servicing   To avoid personal injury:   If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a   marked change in performance and you are unable   to restore normal operation by following the detailed   procedure in its operating instructions, do not   attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing   covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other   hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service   personnel.   •Do not place this product on an unstable cart,   stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing   serious injury to a child or adult, and serious   damage to the product.   •Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table   recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the   product.   •Use a mounting accessory recommended by the   manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s   instructions for any mounting of the product.   •Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across   thresholds or deep-pile carpets.   2. Damage Requiring Service   Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer   servicing to qualified service personnel under the   following conditions:   a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.   b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen   into the product.   2. Product and Cart   PORTABLE CART WARNING   (Symbol provided by RETAC)   Combination   c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.   d. If the product does not operate normally by   following the operating instructions. Adjust only   those controls that are covered by the operating   instructions as an improper adjustment of other   controls may result in damage and will often   require extensive work by a qualified technician   to restore the product to its normal operation.   e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in   any way.   A product and cart   combination should be   moved with care. Quick   stops, excessive force, and   uneven surfaces may cause   the product and cart   combination to overturn.   3. Water and Moisture   Do not use this product near water—for example,   near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry   tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and   the like.   f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in   performance—this indicates a need for service.   3. Replacement Parts   4. Object and Liquid Entry   When replacement parts are required, be sure the   service technician has used replacement parts   specified by the manufacturer or have the same   characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized   substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other   hazards.   Never push objects of any kind into this product   through openings as they may touch dangerous   voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a   fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind   on the product.   5. Attachments   4. Safety Check   Do not use attachments not recommended by the   manufacturer of this product as they may cause   hazards.   Upon completion of any service or repairs to this   product, ask the service technician to perform safety   checks to determine that the product is in safe   operating condition.   6. Cleaning   Unplug this product from the wall outlet before   cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol   cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.   7. Heat   The product should be situated away from heat   sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or   other products (including amplifiers) that produce   heat.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   QUICK OPERATION GUIDE   6 EN   SUPPLY POWER   INSERTING A VIDEO   CASSETTE   A Hook on.   B Push in.   PUSH Button   EJECT Switch   BATTERY RELEASE   Using the battery pack   Hook its end to the camcorder   1 Open the LCD monitor fully (GR-SXM320   only).   and push the   battery pack in until it locks in place   . 2 Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder.   (Charging procedure, ੬ pg. 8)   3 Insert a video cassette.   To remove the battery pack   4 Press PUSH to close the cassette holder.   Slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery   (For more details, ੬ pg. 10)   pack.   PLAYBACK   SHOOTING   Rewind (2) Button   2 1 LENS COVER   Open/Close Ring   2 Set to “AUTO”   or “PRO.”.   Play/Pause (4/6)   Button   3 Set to   “PLAY”.   1 Stop (5) Button   Recording Start/Stop Button   3 1 Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.   2 Press   2.   — The tape will automatically stop at the   beginning of the tape.   1 Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to   open the lens cover.   2 Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”.   — The power lamp will light and an image   will appear.   3 Press 4/6.   — Playback starts and the playback picture   appears.   •To stop playback, press 5.   (For more details, ੬ pg. 31.)   For GR-SXM320 Owners:   •The viewfinder switches off automatically to   save power when the LCD monitor is opened   at an angle of over 60 degrees.   •The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is   opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.   3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.   — Recording starts.   •To stop recording temporarily, momentarily   press the Recording Start/Stop Button once   again.   (For more details, ੬ pgs. 16, 17)   For GR-SXM320 Owners:   •The viewfinder switches off automatically to   save power when the LCD monitor is opened   at an angle of over 60 degrees.   •The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is   opened/closed at approx. 60 degrees.   Or simply play back the tape on a VHS VCR   using the Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak).   ੬ pg. 33   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   MAJOR FEATURES   EN7   Integrated Auto Light   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only)   (੬ pg. 20)   TBC (Time Base Corrector)   (੬ pg. 32)   Picture Stabilizer (੬ pg. 18)   Program AE with Special   Effects (੬ pg. 22)   Ⅲ Electronic Fog Filter Ⅲ ND Effect   Ⅲ Sepia Ⅲ Twilight Ⅲ Sports Ⅲ Nega/Posi   Ⅲ 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter   Super VHS-ET (GR-SXM320/   SX851 only) (੬ pg. 13)   Digital Hyper Zoom   (੬ pg. 18)   PROVIDED ACCESSORIES   •AC Power   Adapter/   Charger   •Cassette Adapter   (VHS Playpak)   C-P7U   •Battery Pack   BN-V11U   AA-V16U   •Lithium Battery   CR2025   (for clock operation)   •Shoulder Strap   •DC Cord   NOTES about Automatic Demonstration   Automatic Demonstration takes place when ”DEMO MODE” is set to ”ON” (factory-preset).   Ⅲ Available when the Power Switch is set to ”AUTO” or ”PRO.”.   DEMO MODE   Ⅲ Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the   OFF   ON   demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more   than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume.   Ⅲ To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “PRO.” and press   MENU while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo mode’s   Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen.) Rotate   the Select Wheel to select “OFF” and press it. The Menu Screen appears with the   EX I T   highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press it to close the Menu Screen.   * ”DEMO MODE” remains ”ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off.   Setting Menu   NOTE:   When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder,   demonstration is not available.   Cassettes marked   with this camcorder.   and   can be used   *S-VHS recording is possible with GR-SXM320/SX851 only.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   GETTING STARTED   8 EN   Battery pack BN-V11U,   BN-V12U or BN-V20U   Power   This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you   choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use   provided power supply units with other equipment.   Marks   To AC outlet   CHARGE   indicator   CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK   Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from   the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/   Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet.   1 2 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.   AC Power   Adapter/Charger   AA-V16U   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/Charger’s power cord from   the AC outlet.   3 Battery pack   Charging time   BN-V11U   approx. 1 hr. 10 min.   approx. 1 hr. 10 min.   approx. 1 hr. 50 min.   BN-V12U (optional)   BN-V20U (optional)   Charge Marker   Charge marker   A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help   you remember whether it has been charged or not. Two   colors are provided (red and black)—you choose which   one means charged and which means discharged.   NOTES:   ● Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°   and 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20° to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is   the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environ-   ment 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 camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter   during battery charging, power is supplied to the   camcorder and charging stops.   ● 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.   ATTENTION:   Charging a battery with some charge   remaining reduces that battery’s capacity.   Perform the procedure below to fully   discharge the battery pack before   recharging.   1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder   and make sure a cassette is not inserted,   then set the Power Switch to ”AUTO” or   ”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.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN9   USING THE BATTERY PACK   Hook on.   A Hook its end to the camcorder   until it locks in place   If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a   malfunction may occur.   and push the battery pack in   . B Push in.   • To Detach The Battery Pack . . .   .... slide BATTERY RELEASE and pull out the battery pack.   Approximate recording time (unit: min.)   LCD   monitor off/   Viewfinder on   LCD   monitor on/   Viewfinder off   LCD   Battery pack   monitor on/   Viewfinder on   1 90   2 105   3 1 80   (45)   1 70   (40)   BATTERY RELEASE Switch   BN-V11U   100   100   165   670   (45) (50)   BN-V12U   (optional)   90   105   80   (45)   70   (40)   ATTENTION:   (45) (50)   Before detaching the power source,   make sure that the camcorder’s   power is turned off. Failure to do so   can result in a camcorder   BN-V20U   (optional)   140 170   (65) (90)   130   (75)   115   (70)   BN-V856U   (optional)   570 670   (330) (360)   520   (310)   460   (290)   malfunction.   ( ) : when the video light is on.   1 When using GR-SXM320   2 When using GR-SX851   3 When using GR-AX750   INFORMATION:   VU-V856KIT is a set composed of the   BN-V856U battery pack and AA-V80U   AC Power Adapter/Charger.   Read the VU-V856KIT’s instruction   manuals before using.   It is impossible to charge the BN-V856U   battery pack using the provided AC   Power Adapter/Charger. Use the   optional AA-V80U AC Power Adapter/   Charger.   NOTES:   ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the following   conditions:   •Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.   •The LCD monitor is used repeatedly (GR-SXM320 only).   ● Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare   enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting   time.   To DC IN   connector   USING AC POWER   Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in   the illustration).   To AC outlet   To DC OUT   connector   NOTES:   Core   ●The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features   automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V   to 240 V.   filter   AC Power   Adapter/   Charger   DC Cord   ● For other notes, ੬ pg. 8.   AA-V16U   USING A CAR BATTERY   Use the optional Car Battery Cord or Car Battery Charger/   Adapter (connect as shown in the illustration).   To car’s   cigarette   lighter   socket   NOTES:   Car Battery Cord   AP-V7U (optional)   ●When using the car battery, leave the engine idling.   ● The optional Car Battery Charger (BH-V3U) can also be   used to charge the battery pack (except BN-V20U/   V856U).   ● When using the optional Car Battery Charger or Car   Battery Cord (AP-V7U), refer to the respective instruction   booklet.   Car Battery   Charger/Adapter   BH-V3U (optional)   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   GETTING STARTED (cont.)   10   EN   Slot   Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal   This battery is necessary for clock operation and to   perform date/time settings.   Switch off the unit’s 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 Battery holder   Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to have   the “+” mark visible.   Slide the holder back into the slot until you hear a   click.   NOTES:   ● See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” (੬ pg. 2) for information   on safe handling of lithium batteries.   Cassette holder   ● 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.   Loading/Unloading A Cassette   Open the LCD monitor fully (GR-SXM320 only).   1 Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens. Do not   use force to open.   2 3 4 5 PUSH Button   EJECT Switch   Insert or remove a cassette. When inserting, make   sure the label is facing outward.   Cassette holder   Press PUSH to close the cassette holder until it locks   into place.   Close the LCD monitor (GR-SXM320 only).   NOTES:   ● Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still   open may cause damage to the LCD monitor   (GR-SXM320 only).   PUSH Button   EJECT Switch   ● The cassette holder can’t be opened unless a power   supply is attached.   ● Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the   cassette. If there is any slack, turn the gear on the   cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the   slack.   ● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that   allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes   have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover   the hole with adhesive tape.   Turn to take   up slack.   Erase Protection tab   Gear   ● The cassette holder cannot be opened while the   camcorder is in the record mode.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN11   Date/Time Settings   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. The power lamp   comes on.   1 2 3 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   “NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display   Menu Screen 2. Then, rotate it to move the highlight   bar to “DATE/TIME” and 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 “EXIT” and   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”, “MONTH” or “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   4 NEXT   4 5 D. ZOOM   TELE MACRO   ON   OFF   ON   Repeat for other date settings.   4 BACK   REC T I ME   OFF   OFF   ENGL I SH   I NT. T I ME   T I TLE LANG.   DATE / T I ME   JL I P I D NO.   DEMO MODE   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   “TIME” and 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   4 RETURN   DATE / T I ME   DATE/TIME Menu   YEAR   MONTH   DAY   2 0 0 0   JUN   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   PM   8 2 0   12-hour indication   with AM or PM   6 7 EX I T   Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen.   4 BACK   REC T I ME   OFF   OFF   ENGL I SH   I NT. T I ME   T I TLE LANG.   DATE / T I ME   JL I P I D NO.   DEMO MODE   0 6   OFF   NOTE:   To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display   and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert”   (੬ pg. 26).   4 RETURN   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   GETTING STARTED (cont.)   12   EN   Recording Mode Setting   Set depending on your preference.   Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SP/   1 EP for more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play)   provides higher picture and sound quality and is better   for dubbing, while “EP” (Extended Play) is more   economical, providing three times the recording time.   NOTE:   Select Wheel   If the recording mode is switched during recording, the   playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.   Power Switch   SP/EP Recording   Mode Button   MENU Button   Tape Length Setting   Viewfinder   Display   Set the tape length according to the length of the tape   used.   T3 0   Tape length indicator   SP   Recording mode   indicator   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”, then press MENU.   1 TELE MACRO   OFF   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   TAPE LENGTH   T3 0   2 “TAPE LENGTH”, then press it. The TAPE LENGTH   Setting Menu appears.   Menu Screen   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   the correct tape length setting. T20=20 minutes of   recording time, T30=30 minutes, T35=35 minutes,   and T40=40 minutes (in SP).   •To return to the previous setting, rotate the Select   Wheel to move the highlight bar to “EXIT”.   4 RETURN   3 TAPE LENGTH   TAPE LENGTH   Setting Menu   T2 0   T3 0   T3 5   T4 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   TELE MACRO   TAPE LENGTH   OFF   T4 0   NOTE:   The tape remaining time (੬ pg. 16) displayed in the   viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has   been selected.   4 RETURN   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN13   Recording Format Setting (GR-SXM320/   SX851 only)   Set the recording format according to the format of the   tape used or type of recording you wish to perform.   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Press MENU.   1 If a VHS cassette is loaded . . .   Select Wheel   2 .... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar   to “S-VHS ET”, then press it. The S-VHS ET   Setting Menu appears.   Power Switch   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.   MENU Button   Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded.   Rotate the Select Wheel to set to either of the   parameters, then press it. The highlight bar moves to   “EXIT”.   3 Menu Screen   4 NEXT   D. ZOOM   ON   TELE MACRO   OFF   OFF   T3 0   – S VHS ET   In the S-VHS ET Setting Menu,   TAPE LENGTH   ON : Records with S-VHS picture quality on a VHS   cassette (factory-preset). This is called Super   VHS ET (Expansion Technology).   When an S-VHS   cassette is loaded:   S-VHS   4 RETURN   S OFF: Records in VHS.   In the S-VHS Setting Menu,   – VHS ET   ON : Records in S-VHS on an S-VHS cassette   (factory-preset).   Setting Menu   ON   OFF   OFF: Records in VHS on an S-VHS cassette.   Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears   with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select   Wheel again to close the Menu Screen.   •When the S-VHS ET mode is engaged, “S-ET” is   displayed.   •During S-VHS record mode, “S“ is displayed.   •When S-VHS ET or S-VHS recording starts, “S-VHS   REC.” is displayed for approx. 3 seconds.   4 EX I T   TELE MACRO   TAPE LENGTH   OFF   T3 0   Menu Screen   4 RETURN   NOTE:   If a cassette is not loaded, “S-VHS” will be displayed in the   Menu Screen.   Normal Screen   CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   GETTING STARTED (cont.)   14   EN   NOTES about S-VHS and S-VHS ET (GR-SXM320/SX851 only)   Ⅲ JVC EHG (Extra High Grade) tapes are recommended for superior results.   Use S-VHS tape for storing recordings for an extended period or for recording important scenes, as it   enables higher-quality recording and playback.   Ⅲ With some tapes, better picture quality may not be obtained even with S-VHS ET recording. It is   recommended that you do test record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained.   Ⅲ If the S-VHS ET mode or recording format is switched during recording, the playback picture will be   blurred at the switching point.   Ⅲ It is recommended that tapes recorded in the SP mode on this camcorder be played back on this   camcorder.   Ⅲ Noise may appear on-screen when tapes recorded in the EP mode are played back.   Ⅲ Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode can be played back not only on this camcorder but also on   a Super VHS VCR or a VCR equipped with the SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) function.   — When tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode are played back on a VCR equipped with the   SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) function, S-VHS picture quality is not available.   — Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs   (eg: HR-S6600U, HR-SC1000U, etc.).   Ⅲ Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR.   Ⅲ You can play back S-VHS ET recordings not only on this VCR but also on another VHS VCR equipped   with S-VHS ET.   — It is recommended to specifically label S-VHS ET recordings so you can easily distinguish them from   regular VHS recordings.   Ⅲ S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes.   Ⅲ To avoid on-screen noise, do not perform Still Playback or Shuttle Search repeatedly.   Ⅲ If the picture contains a lot of jitter or noise, use a cleaning cassette.   Compatibility Between S-VHS And VHS (GR-SXM320/SX851 only)   Recording   Playback   Blank tape   Camcorder   Recorded tape   Cassette adapter   S-VHS VCR   VHS VCR with SQPB   function   S-VHS-C   cassette   S-VHS   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,   other than those equipped with the   SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)   function.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN15   Grip Adjustment   Power Zoom Lever   Separate the Velcro strip.   1 2 3 Recording   Start/Stop Button   Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the   grip.   Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily   operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power   Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip.   3 Viewfinder Adjustment   2 Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or   180°   1 2 3 “PRO.”).   Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability.   1 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the   indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.   Set to “CAMERA”   (“AUTO” or “PRO.”).   PAUSE   Shoulder Strap Attachment   Following the illustration, thread the strap through the   1 eyelet 1, then fold it back and thread it through the   buckle 2. Repeat the procedure to attach the other   end of the strap to the other eyelet 3, making sure   the strap is not twisted.   1 4 2 Adjust as shown in the illustration 4.   2 3 Tripod Mounting   Align the screw and camera direction stud on the   tripod with the camera’s mounting socket and stud   hole. Then tighten the screw.   1 CAUTION:   When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend   its legs fully to stabilize the camcorder. To   prevent damage to the unit caused by falling   over, do not use a small-sized tripod.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   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 (੬ pg. 8)   ● Recording Mode Setting (੬ pg. 12)   ● Load A Cassette (੬ pg. 10)   ● Grip Adjustment (੬ pg. 15)   ● Viewfinder Adjustment (੬ pg. 15)   Shooting While Watching The   Viewfinder   Power Switch   Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked   Recording Start/Stop Button   (GR-SXM320 only). Turn the LENS COVER Open/   1 Close Ring to open the lens cover. Set the Power   Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). The   power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the   Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the   viewfinder.   2 5M I N   Tape remaining time   indicator   (Approximate)   Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “   ” appears   MIN   120MIN   1MIN   119MIN   2MIN   in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.   2 (Now calculating)   0MIN   (Blinking)   3MIN   To Stop Recording . . .   (Blinking)   (Blinking)   .... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder   re-enters the Record-Standby mode.   Shooting While Watching The   LCD Monitor (GR-SXM320 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.   “PAUSE” is 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.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   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-SXM320 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 (੬ pg. 12).   ● “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the power goes off automatically if left in this   condition for 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded.   ● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the   camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA” to   turn the camcorder on again.   ● If the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed after the Record-Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes,   recording may not start immediately.   ● If you are recording on a cassette from the middle (such as when a tape is removed and re-inserted during   recording), use the Retake function (੬ 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-SXM320 only).   JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING (GR-SXM320   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-SXM320 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 INDICA-   TIONS   Press DISPLAY for more than 1 second to make the following   indications appear/disappear from the camcorder’s display:   cassette warning, tape remaining time, battery pack remaining   power indicator and tape length indicator (੬ pg. 44, 45).   Self-Recording   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-SXM320 only.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   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”.   Ⅲ 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 Record–Standby,   lock the focus by using the manual focus   (੬ pg. 29), then zoom in or out in Record mode.   ● The zoom level indicator (5) moves during zoom.   Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of   the zoom indicator bar, all magnification from that   point is through digital processing.   Approximate   zoom ratio   Picture stabilizer indicator   Power Zoom Lever   ● When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may   suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set “D.ZOOM”   to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (੬ pg. 24).   P. STABILIZER Button   FEATURE: Picture Stabilizer   PURPOSE:   To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-   shake, particularly at high magnification.   OPERATION:   Press P. STABILIZER. “ ”appears.   Ⅲ To switch off the Picture Stabilizer, press   P. STABILIZER. The indicator disappears.   NOTES:   ● Accurate stabilization 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 Stabilizer when recording   with the camcorder on a tripod.   ● The “   ” indicator appears blinking if the   Stabilizer cannot be used.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN19   5 SEC. REC Button   FEATURE: Quick Review   PURPOSE:   To check the end of the last recording.   RETAKE   OPERATION:   ( 2 / 3 ) 1) Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or   Button   “PRO.”).   2) Press   2 and release quickly during the Record–   Standby mode.   Ⅲ Tape is rewound for approx. 2 seconds and played   back automatically, then pauses in Record–Standby   mode for the next shot.   NOTE:   Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is   normal.   Display   FEATURE: Retake   PAUSE   PURPOSE:   To re-record certain segments.   5S   OPERATION:   1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby   mode.   5 Sec. Rec mode indicator   2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point   for new recording. Pressing   3 forwards the tape   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)   PURPOSE:   To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene   transitions like those seen in TV programs.   OPERATION:   Ⅲ Make sure the recording mode is set to “SP”.   1) During Record–Standby, press 5SEC. REC. “   5S”   appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved.   2) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording   starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the   camcorder reenters the Record–Standby mode   automatically.   Ⅲ To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. REC   again so that “   5S” disappears.   NOTE:   Fade/Wipe (੬ pg. 21) cannot be activated by   pressing 5SEC. REC.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)   20   EN   FEATURE: Video Light   (GR-SXM320/SX851 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.   ON   : Always keeps the light on as long as the   camcorder is turned on.   LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch   Ⅲ The video light can only be used with the   camcorder’s power on.   Ⅲ It is recommended to set the white balance   (੬ pg. 30) to   when you use the video light.   Ⅲ When not using the video light, turn it off to save   DANGER   battery power.   Ⅲ The video light can become extremely   hot. Do not touch it either while in   operation or soon after turning it off,   otherwise serious injury may result.   Ⅲ Do not place the camcorder into the   carrying case immediately after using the   video light, since it remains extremely   hot for some time.   NOTES:   ● Even if the battery indicator (   ) does not blink if   the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may   turn off automatically when you turn on the video   light, or when you start recording with the video light   turned on.   ● When 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 “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter” mode   (੬ pg. 22) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.   •While the “Twilight” mode (੬ pg. 22) is engaged,   the light will not activate.   Ⅲ When operating, keep a distance of   about 30 cm (11-13/16") between the   video light and people or objects.   Ⅲ Do not use near flammable or explosive   materials.   Ⅲ It is recommended that you consult your   nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video   light.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Advanced Features   EN21   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 or when you enter   Record–Standby mode.   EFFECT   Button   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.   1 Press EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode’s   2 name and indication appear.   They are displayed for approx   name disappears so that only the indication remains.   The effect is reserved.   Power Switch   3 . 2 seconds, then the   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 “OFF” appears.   “OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds and the   fade/wipe standby mode is canceled.   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 center.   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.   NOTES:   ● Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop   Button allows you to vary the length for the   image during fade in/out or wipe in/out.   ● The screen becomes slightly reddish when   the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia (੬ pg. 22).   ● With the Electronic fog filter mode   (੬ pg. 22) engaged, the image fades in/out   to a white screen.   CW:CORNER (Wipe)   Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the   lower left corner, or wipes out from lower left to upper   right, leaving a black screen.   WW:WINDOW (Wipe)   The next scene gradually wipes in from the center of the   screen toward the corners, covering the previous scene.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)   22   EN   Program AE With Special Effects   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.   P.AE   Button   1 2 Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name   and indication appear.   They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the   name disappears so that only the indication remains.   The mode is activated.   To cancel the effect, press P.AE repeatedly until “OFF”   Power Switch   3 appears. “OFF” is displayed for approx. 2 seconds.   NOTES:   ● Only one mode can be engaged at a time.   ● The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/   Wipe (੬ pg. 21) 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 Shutter” or “Sports” modes, picture   color may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by   alternating discharge-type light sources such as   flourescent or mercury-vapor 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 (੬ pg. 24)   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 (੬ pg. 30).   SPORTS   •Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of   10 m (32 ft.) to infinity. To focus when the subject-   to-camera distance is less than 10 m (32 ft.), use   manual focusing (੬ pg. 29).   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   Captures faster action than Sports mode.   NEGA POSI   FG:FOG   The colors 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 “fantasy” look.   NEGA POSI mode   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN23   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   MENU Button   Available Using The Select Wheel” described on   pg. 24 . . .   .... 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 Button” described on   pg. 24 and 25 . . .   Menu Screen 1   4 NEXT   D. ZOOM   TELE MACRO   ON   OFF   ON   .... press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.   Rotate the Select Wheel to place the highlight bar on   4 BACK   3 4 the desired function.   REC T I ME   OFF   Menu Screen 2   I NT. T I ME   T I TLE LANG.   DATE / T I ME   JL I P I D NO.   DEMO MODE   OFF   •To go from Menu Screen 1 to Menu Screen 2, rotate   the Select Wheel to “NEXT” and 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   4 RETURN   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   FRENCH   SPAN I SH   PORTUGUESE   If you select “FOCUS”, “EXPOSURE”, “M.W.B.” or   “DATE/ TIME”. . .   .... see respective pages (FOCUS: ੬ pg. 29,   EXPOSURE: ੬ pg. 28, M.W.B.: ੬ pg. 30,   DATE/TIME: ੬ pg. 11) and perform each   procedure from step 4.   EX I T   4 BACK   If you select “JLIP ID NO.” . . .   REC T I ME   OFF   I NT. T I ME   T I TLE LANG.   DATE / T I ME   JL I P I D NO.   DEMO MODE   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”.   FRENCH   0 6   OFF   If you select any other functions . . .   .... rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar   to the desired setting.   4 RETURN   •To return to the previous setting, place the   highlight bar on “RETURN”.   Normal Screen   Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen reappears   with the highlight bar on “RETURN”.   5 6 Press the Select Wheel. The normal screen reappears.   NOTE:   No menu functions except “FOCUS” and “EXPOSURE”   are available while in the Record mode.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)   24   EN   MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS   Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel   Refer to “Focusing” (੬ pg. 29).   FOCUS   Refer to “Exposure Control” (੬ pg. 28).   EXPOSURE   M.W.B.   Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation”   (੬ pg. 30).   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-screen” effect.   S.LX   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.   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. This setting is suitable for   measuring sensitivity conforming to EIA-639 (EIA* Standard for   Low Light Sensitivity Measurement).   *EIA : Electronic Industries Alliance   OFF   Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness   adjustment.   Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles (੬ pg. 26).   TITLE   Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor   (੬ pg. 26).   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 400X (GR-SXM320)/300X   (GR-SX851/AX750) digital magnification.   OFF   Digital Zoom is not available. Only optical zoom (maximum   16x magnification) can function. When set to “OFF” during   Digital Zoom, zoom magnification changes to 16X.   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 (3.25 ft.) 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   (23-5/8").   TELE MACRO   OFF   ON   •Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.   : Factory-preset   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN25   Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.)   S-VHS*   ON   Records in S-VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (੬ pg. 13).   (S-VHS ET*)   (GR-SXM320/   SX851 only)   OFF   Records in VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette (੬ pg. 13).   Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used (੬ pg. 12).   Refer to “Animation” and “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 27).   Refer to “Time-Lapse” (੬ pg. 27).   TAPE LENGTH   REC TIME   INT. TIME   TITLE LANG.   Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH or PORTUGUESE)   of Instant Titles (੬ pg. 26).   DATE/TIME   JLIP ID NO.   Allows you to set the current date and time (੬ pg. 11).   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 MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed,   the demonstration starts.   Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration   stops the demonstration temporarily. If the Power Zoom Lever is   not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration   will resume.   NOTE:   When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that   allows recording is loaded in the camcorder, demonstration is   not available.   OFF   Automatic demonstration will not take place.   *S-VHS ET is displayed when a VHS cassette is loaded, and S-VHS is displayed when an S-VHS cassette is   loaded (੬ pg. 13). If a cassette is not loaded, “S-VHS” will be displayed in the Menu Screen.   S-VHS ET is preset to “OFF”.   : Factory-preset   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)   26   EN   Date/Time Insert   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.   1 Allows you to display the date and time in the   camcorder or on a connected color monitor, as   well as to record them manually or   automatically.   Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.   2 You should have already performed the Date/   Time Setting procedure (੬ pg. 11).   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   “DATE/TIME DISP.” while in Record-Standby, then   press it to display the Date/Time DISP. Menu.   3 4 5 Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is   activated.   The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on   “RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu   Screen.   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.   DEC 2 5 . 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.   DEC 25. 99   (DATE)   •After loading a cassette.   •After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating   the Select Wheel.   AM 10 : 25 : 00   (TIME)   ● In this mode, the date is replaced after 5 seconds with   “AUTO DATE” but this is not recorded.   DEC 25. 99 AM 10 : 25 : 00   (DATE&TIME)   No indication   (OFF)   Instant Titles   Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”.   1 2 3 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 French, Spanish and   Portuguese. Change the setting in TITLE LANG.   in the Menu Screen. (੬ pg. 23, 25).   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   “TITLE” while in Record-Standby, then press it to   display the TITLE Menu.   T I TLE   OFF   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   the desired mode, then press it. The desired mode is   activated.   HAPPY B I RTHDAY   OUR VACAT I ON   MERRY CHR I STMAS   4 A SPEC I AL DAY   •To make the title indication disappear, select “OFF”.   HAPPY HOL I DAYS   OUR NEW BABY   WEDD I NG DAY   CONGRATULAT I ONS   EX I T   The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on   “RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu   Screen.   5 NOTE:   The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the   TITLE Menu.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN27   NOTES:   Animation   Before performing the following steps, make   sure that:   You can shoot a series of pictures, each slightly different,   of the same object for a brief period of time.   ● The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”.   ● The camcorder is in the Record-Standby   mode.   Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.   1 ● The recording mode is set to “SP”.   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   “NEXT” in Menu Screen 1 and press it to display   2 Menu Screen 2. Then, move the highlight bar to   “REC TIME” and 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.   3 4 Select Wheel   Press the Recording Start/Stop Button after focusing   on the subject. The recording stops automatically   Recording   Start/Stop Button   after the selected period of time.   •Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures.   MENU Button   To release the Animation mode, set “REC TIME” in   the Menu screen to “OFF”.   Display   5 REC T I ME   REC TIME Menu   OFF   1 / 4   1 / 2   S S Time-Lapse   1 5 S S You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving   the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record   subtle changes over an extended period of time.   I NT. T I ME   INT. TIME Menu   OFF   1 5   Set “REC TIME” (੬ step 1 and 2 of “Animation”   S S 3 0   above).   1 2 1 5 M I N   M I N   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   “INT. TIME” and 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.   Interval time   indicator   1 5S   1S   Recording time   indicator   Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording and   intervals alternate automatically.   3 4 INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal   screen   To release the Time-Lapse mode, when “   ” is not   ”, then set “REC TIME” and   displayed, press the Recording Start/Stop Button to   display “   “INT. TIME” in the Menu Screen to “OFF”.   NOTES (for Animation and Time-Lapse):   ● For best results, make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time-Lapse mode.   ● Fade- or wipe-in/out cannot be performed during Animation or Time-Lapse shooting.   ● Before performing other operations following Animation or Time-Lapse recording, make sure the Animation   or Time-Lapse mode is deactivated.   ● Animation and Time-Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)   28   EN   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 Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen.   Manual Exposure   Screen   0 0   Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to   3 4 5 “EXPOSURE” and press it. The EXPOSURE Menu   appears.   Exposure control   level counter   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 “AUTO” in step 4.   ● To re-adjust exposure, repeat the procedure from step 2.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN29   Focus detection zone   Focusing   AUTO FOCUS   The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous   shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct   focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below   (in these cases use manual focusing):   •When two subjects overlap in the same scene.   •When illumination is low.*   •When the subject has no contrast (difference in bright-   ness and darkness), such as a flat, one-color wall, or a   clear, blue sky.*   •When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*   •When the scene contains minute patterns or identical   patterns that are regularly repeated.   •When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light   reflecting off the surface of a body of water.   •When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.   NOTES:   ● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate   focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean,   wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it gets   dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with   a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally.   ● When shooting a subject close to the lens,   zoom out first (੬ pg. 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” (੬ pg. 24).   * The low-contrast warning “   ” appears   MANUAL FOCUS   Make the necessary viewfinder adjustments to use the   viewfinder (੬ pg. 15).   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   “FOCUS” and 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 “AUTO” in step 4.   ● To re-adjust Manual Focus, repeat the procedure from step 2.   ● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If you   focus in on a certain subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when   zoomed in because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.   ● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.)   30   EN   White Balance Adjustment   Manual White Balance Operation   A term that refers to the correctness of color   Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under   reproduction under various lighting. If the white   balance is correct, all other colors 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 color/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 “MWB” begins   blinking.   When the setting is completed, “MWB” stops   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   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.   MENU Button   5 To Change The Tint For Recording . . .   .... in step 2, substitute colored paper for white. The   white balance is adjusted based on the color,   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   (੬ pg. 22) is activated.   NOTES:   ● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white   paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually   (੬ pg. 29).   ● A subject can be shot under various types of   lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,   candlelight, etc.). Because the color 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.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PLAYBACK Basic Playback   EN31   Power Zoom Lever (VOL.*)   Load a tape (੬ pg. 10).   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 “PLAY” 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-SXM320 only).   ● The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder   (with the LCD monitor* shut), on the LCD monitor* or   on a connected TV (੬ pg. 34, 35). *GR-SXM320 only   ● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD   monitor with it flipped over and retracted (GR-SXM320   only).   Select Wheel   (BRIGHT*)   Set to “PLAY”.   * GR-SXM320 only   Rewind (2) Button   Fast-Forward (3) Button   Play/Pause (4/6) Button   ● If a blank portion on the tape is played back, the screen   may become black. This is not a malfunction.   Stop (5) Button   LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment   (GR-SXM320 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 (੬ pg. 24).   Speaker Volume Control (GR-SXM320   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 (੬ pg. 24).   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.   Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either   direction.   1) Press   playback.   2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.   ● During playback, press and hold or 3. The search   3 for forward or   2 for reverse search during   2 continues as long as you hold the button. Once you   release it, normal playback resumes.   ● Noise bars appear and pictures may become mono-   chrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This is normal.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PLAYBACK Features   Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen   during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking.   To activate Manual Tracking:   32   EN   P.STABILIZER Button   1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. “MT” appears.   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. “AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking   finishes, the indication disappears.   P.AE Button   ● When noise bars appear during playback, the   camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is   displayed.   ● Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on   other VCRs or camcorders.   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, “TBC” is displayed.   ● The “TBC” indicator turns green (gray with a camcorder   equipped with a black/white viewfinder) while TBC is   working.   Rewind (2) Button   Fast-Forward (3) Button   Play/Pause (4/6) Button   ● TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle   search.   Stop (5) Button   ● The “TBC” indicator turns white while TBC is not   operative.   ● It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts   working.   ● The picture may be distorted if the TBC mode is   activated or deactivated at the edit-in/-out points or   when normal playback resumes after still playback or   shuttle search.   ● If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to   on, turn off TBC.   Counter Memory Function: Makes it easier to   locate a specific tape segment.   1) Press COUNTER R/M and hold for more than 1 second.   The counter resets to “0:00:00”.   2) Press COUNTER R/M for less than 1 second. “M”   appears.   3) After recording or playback, press 5, then 2. The tape   automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00.   4) Press 4/6 to start playback.   ● The counter memory functions in the Fast-Forward and   Rewind modes.   ● To disable the Counter Memory Function, press COUN-   TER R/M for less than 1 second so that “M” disappears.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter   Cassette Adapter (VHS Playpak)   EN33   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   “AA (R6)” size battery as shown, then reattach the   cover.   1 2 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 or SQPB (S-VHS   QUASI PLAYBACK) function (GR-SXM320/SX851 only).   ● 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   Reels   ● To record on a VCR using a compact cassette and the   adapter, cover the adapter’s recording safety hole with   adhesive tape.   Recording safety hole   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PLAYBACK Connections   34   EN   These are some basic types of connections. When making connections, refer also to your VCR and TV   instruction manuals.   A.Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input   connectors (GR-SXM320/SX851 only)   TV   To Audio   Output   Audio cable   (optional)   To AUDIO IN   To TV or VCR   S-Video cable (optional)   To S-Video Output   To S-VIDEO IN   VCR   (Recording deck)   Connector cover*   * When connecting the cables, open this cover.   B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors   TV   To Video   Output   To   Video cable   (optional)   VIDEO IN   To TV or VCR   Audio cable (optional)   To Audio Output   To AUDIO IN   VCR   (Recording deck)   Connector cover*   * When connecting the cables, open this cover.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN35   Basic Connections   Tape Dubbing   Make sure all units are turned off.   Following the illustration on pg. 34, connect the   camcorder and the VCR.   1 2 1 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as   Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”,   turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the   appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the   VCR.   shown in the illustration (੬ pg. 34).   If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.   If not . . . go to step 4.   Connect the VCR output to the TV input,   referring to your VCR’s instruction manual.   Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause   modes.   3 4 5 3 4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.   Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a   spot just before the edit-in point. Once it is   reached, press 4/6 on the camcorder.   Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the   TV to its VIDEO mode.   Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the   VCR’s Record mode.   5 6 7 NOTES:   Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press   4/6 on the camcorder.   ● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/   Charger as the power supply instead of the battery   pack (੬ pg. 9).   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 an   optional S-Video cable. This can improve the   dubbed picture quality (GR-SXM320/SX851 only).   ● To monitor the picture and sound from the   camcorder without inserting a tape, set the   camcorder’s Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO”   or “PRO.”), then set your TV to the appropriate   input mode.   ● 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.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM320/SX851 only)   36   EN   The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate   this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic   A B 1 operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and   Rewind) of your VCR. The RM-V700U remote   control unit (optional) makes additional recording   functions possible.   2 2 3 3 1 1 Installing The Batteries   Release tab   Lock hole   1 The remote control uses one lithium battery   (CR2025).   1 2 0 ! : Pull out the battery holder while sliding the   1 lock hole.   : Pinch the release tab and pull out the   battery holder.   3 5 4 @ # Insert the battery in the holder, and be sure to   have the “+” mark visible.   2 3 6 8 7 9 $ % Slide the holder back in until you hear a click.   •Read the caution concerning lithium batteries   (੬ pg. 2).   ^ 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*   — — 2 Infrared beam   Transmits the beam signal.   transmitting window   3 MBR SET Button*   4 INT. TIME Button   Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 37)   — — SELF-TIMER Button*   5 REC TIME Button   Animation/Time-Lapse (੬ pg. 37)   ANIM. Button   6 FF Button   Retake (forward) (   ੬ pg. 19)   Fast-Forward, Forward Shuttle Search   (੬ pg. 31)   7 REW Button   Retake (rewind), Quick Review   (੬ pg. 19)   Rewind, Reverse Shuttle Search   (੬ pg. 31)   8 PAUSE Button   9 PLAY Button   — — Pause (੬ pg. 31)   Playback start (੬ pg. 31)   0 START/STOP Button   ! VISS Button*   Functions same as the Recording Start/Stop button on the camcorder.   — @ ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out (   # VCR CTL. Button*   $ A.DUB Button   ੬ pg. 18)   — — — — — Audio dubbing (੬ pg. 39)   Stop (੬ pg. 31)   % STOP Button   ^ INSERT Button   Insert Editing (੬ pg. 38)   & R. A. EDIT Buttons*   — *This function is unavailable wih this camcorder.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN37   FEATURE: Animation and Time-Lapse   Transmitted beam   effective area   PURPOSE:   The remote control lets you set/release Interval Time   and Recording Time without using the Menu Screen.   OPERATION:   Animation   1) Set   Remote sensor   Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. 27   (“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).   When using the remote control, be sure to point it at   the remote sensor. The illustration shows the   approximate transmitted beam effective area for   indoor use.   The transmitted beam may not be effective or may   cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the   remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or   powerful lighting.   2) Release   Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 27, 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. 27   (“Time-Lapse”), press INT. TIME and REC TIME on   the remote control. Each time INT. TIME is pressed,   the Interval Time indicator appears, changing in the   following order: 15S, 30S, 1MIN, 5MIN and no   indication (off). 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).   Interval time   indicator   1M I N   1 / 2S   Recording time   indicator   2) Release   Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg. 27, press   INT. TIME and REC TIME on the remote control until   the indicators disappear.   Remote sensor   NOTE:   Also refer to page 27.   START/STOP   INT. TIME   REC. TIME   RM-V700U   (optional)   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (GR-SXM320/SX851 ony) (cont.)   38   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 RM-V700U remote control unit to perform this   procedure.   Set the Power Switch to “PLAY”.   1 2 3 Power Switch   Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and   press PAUSE.   COUNTER R/M Button   Press and hold COUNTER R/M on the camcorder for   more than 1 second to reset the tape counter, then   press again for less than 1 second so that “M”   appears.   Display   w Insert editing   indicator   Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the   scene you want to replace, press PLAY to view the   recorded tape, and press PAUSE exactly at the Edit-In   point where the new scene should start.   4 5 – : : M 0 1 2 3 4   Tape Counter   Press and hold INSERT, and without releasing   INSERT, press and release PAUSE. The Insert Editing   indicator appears and the Insert Editing mode is   engaged. When the scene the camcorder is aimed at   appears on the screen, go to the next step.   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.   NOTES:   ● During Insert Editing, the original audio will be heard   from the speaker.   ● After step 5, Retake (੬ 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   PAUSE   STOP   REW   PLAY   INSERT   RM-V700U   (optional)   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN39   Display   Audio Dubbing   e Audio dubbing   indicator   4 You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape   (normal audio only). The sound is recorded from the built-   in microphone.   – : : M 0 0 5 2 0   Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure   (੬ pg. 38) before continuing.   During Audio   Dubbing   NOTE:   Use the RM-V700U remote control unit to perform the   following procedures.   Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the   Remote sensor   1 scene onto which you want to dub the new audio,   press PLAY to view the recorded tape, then press   PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should   start.   Press and hold A. DUB, and without releasing   A. DUB, press and release PAUSE. The Audio Dub-   Standby mode is engaged.   2 3 To begin Audio Dubbing, press PLAY. When the   counter reaches “0:00:00”, Audio Dubbing stops   automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio   Dub-Standby mode.   Microphone   To end Audio Dubbing, press STOP.   4 NOTES:   A.DUB   ● Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub-Standby, or   the edit points will not be accurate.   PLAY   REW   STOP   PAUSE   ● If the microphone is too close to the TV, or if the TV’s   volume is too high, whistling or howling may occur.   NOTES   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.   ● To edit/dub onto a tape, make sure the Erase Protection   tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide   the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab   has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.   ● Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio   Dubbing, or the edit points will not be accurate.   ● During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing, when Insert-   Pause or Audio Dub-Standby is engaged, the counter   may go slightly past “0:00:00”. Recording, however,   stops at exactly 0:00:00.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   TROUBLESHOOTING   40   EN   If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer.   The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,   etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery   pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as   usual from the beginning.   SYMPTOM   POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)   POWER   No power is supplied.   ● The battery pack has not been attached correctly   (੬ pg. 8).   ● The battery pack is not charged (੬ pg. 8).   ● The power supply has not been correctly connected   (੬ pg. 9).   The power suddenly goes off and   does not come back on by itself.   ● The battery pack has completely discharged.   ● Remove the cassette and disconnect the power source, then   after a few minutes, try turning the power back on. If it still   does not come on, consult your nearest JVC dealer.   RECORDING   Recording cannot be performed.   ● Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that   allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have   removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the   hole with adhesive tape (੬ pg. 10).   Recording does not start.   ● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to   “CAMERA” (“AUTO“ or “PRO“.) (੬ 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 program (੬ pg. 27, 37).   PLAYBACK   The tape is running, but there is no   playback picture.   ● The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.   ● If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has   not been set to VIDEO.   Playback picture is blurred or   interrupted.   ● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest   JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.   The counter indication is blurred   during Still playback.   ● This is normal.   TAPE TRANSPORT   The tape stops during fast-forward or   rewind.   ● The Counter Memory Function has been activated   (੬ pg. 32).   Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot   be performed.   ● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN41   SYMPTOM   POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)   OTHER   During recording, the indications do   not appear.   ● Press DISPLAY for longer than 1 second to make the   indications appear (੬ 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.   Colored 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 color   on the LCD monitor are not clear.   ● This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD   monitor is pressed.   The LCD monitor, the viewfinder and   the lens have become dirty (ex.   fingerprints).   ● Wipe them gently with a soft cloth. Gently wipe in a   semicircular motion, as wiping strongly spreads the stain   and it won’t come out easily.   The picture is blurred in the Quick   Review or Retake mode.   ● This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise   may be present while recording in the SP mode (੬ pg. 12).   An error number (i.e. E03) appears.   ● Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power   source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again.   If the error number still appears in the viewfinder, consult   your nearest JVC dealer.   The image is out of focus.   ● The diopter needs to be adjusted (੬ pg. 15).   ● The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of   Auto Focus (੬ pg. 29).   The date and time displays   disappear.   ● If you remove the power source from the camcorder while   the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make   sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting   the power source.   The wrong date and time are   displayed/recorded.   ● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (੬ pg. 11),   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.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators   42   EN   1 2 3 4 5 6   i u p E R Y q o w e   r W Q   t & * y (   7 8 T 9 ! 0 @ # ^ $ % Model with   LCD monitor   ) Model without   LCD monitor   ) U I Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN43   Controls   Connectors   1 Diopter Adjustment Control ................. ੬ pg. 15   2 Lens Cover Open/Close Ring................ ੬ pg. 16   q DC IN Connector................................... ੬ pg. 9   The connectors w to t are located beneath the   cover.   3 Video Light Switch   [LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON]   w Video Output Connector ...................... ੬ pg. 34   e Audio Output Connector ..................... ੬ pg. 34   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) .................... ੬ pg. 20   4 5-Second Recording Button   r S-Video Output Connector   [5 SEC. REC] ........................................ ੬ pg. 19   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) .................... ੬ pg. 34   5 •Power Zoom Lever [T/W] .................. ੬ pg. 18   •Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]   t J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol)   Connector]   (GR-SXM320 only) ............................ ੬ pg. 31   •It is used to connect the camcorder to a device   such as a personal computer.   For further details consult your nearest JVC   dealer.   6 •Picture Stabilizer Button   [P.STABILIZER] .................................. ੬ pg. 18   •Time Base Corrector Button ............... ੬ pg. 32   •JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR   is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a   J terminal.   7 Program AE Button [P.AE]..................... ੬ pg. 22   8 Fade/Wipe Button [EFFECT] ................. ੬ pg. 21   9 •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]..... ੬ pg. 19   •Quick Review Button [ R] ............. ੬ pg. 19   •Rewind Button [REW] ....................... ੬ pg. 31   0 •Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F] .... ੬ pg. 19   •Fast-Forward Button [FF] ................... ੬ pg. 31   ! Stop Button [STOP] .............................. ੬ pg. 31   Indicators   y Power Lamp ........................................ ੬ pg. 16   Other Parts   u Battery Pack Mount ............................... ੬ pg. 9   i Viewfinder ........................................... ੬ pg. 15   o Grip Strap ............................................ ੬ pg. 15   @ Play/Pause Button   [PLAY/PAUSE] ..................................... ੬ pg. 31   # •Select Wheel [PUSH] ........................ ੬ pg. 23   •Bright Dial [BRIGHT]   (GR-SXM320 only) ...................... ੬ pg. 16, 31   $ MENU/DISPLAY Button ................. ੬ pg. 17, 23   p •Camera sensor   Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor   necessary for shooting is built-in here.   •Remote Sensor   % •Recording Mode Button [SP/EP] ......... ੬ pg. 12   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) ................. ੬ pg. 37   •Counter Reset/Memory Button   Q Video Light   [COUNTER R/M] .............................. ੬ pg. 32   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) .................... ੬ pg. 20   ^ EJECT Switch ....................................... ੬ pg. 10   & Recording Start/Stop Button.................. ੬ pg. 16   * Power Switch   W Microphone......................................... ੬ pg. 39   E Eyepiece .............................................. ੬ pg. 50   R Speaker (GR-SXM320 only).................. ੬ pg. 31   T LCD Monitor (GR-SXM320 only).......... ੬ pg. 17   Y Shoulder Strap Eyelets .......................... ੬ pg. 15   U Clock Battery Slot ................................ ੬ pg. 10   I Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... ੬ pg. 15   [ , OFF, AUTO, PRO.] .............. ੬ pg. 16, 31   ( Battery Release Switch   [BATTERY RELEASE] .............................. ੬ pg. 9   ) PUSH Button ....................................... ੬ pg. 10   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   INDEX Indications   44   EN   Indications During Recording   1 2 3 4 5 6 – 1 2 0M I N   REC EP   S ET   T4 0   7 % ^ 444   T W I L I GHT   – 8 0 + 0 2   9 ! @ $ & S VHS REC.   PAUSE   M W B a 1X   * 5M I N   1 / 2S   BR I GHT   CONGRATULAT I ONS   ( –––––6–––––   + – # b : : DEC 2 5 . 9 9   AM 1 1 4 5 1 8   1 Tape Remaining Time .......................... ੬ pg. 17   7 Recording Indicator ............................. ੬ pg. 16   0 Picture Stabilizer Indicator ................... ੬ pg. 18   Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end.   2 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ ੬ pg. 12   ! •Interval Timer/Recording Time   3,8 Program AE Indicator ...................... ੬ pg. 22   Displayed at 3 for approx. 2 seconds when   Program AE with special effects is switched from   one mode to another by pressing P.AE., then only   the indicator remains at 8.   3,9 Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 21   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 ........................................... ੬ pg. 27   •5 Sec. Rec Mode Indicator................. ੬ pg. 19   @ Bright Level Indicator   (GR-SXM320 only)............................... ੬ pg. 16   # Instant Title Display ............................. ੬ pg. 26   $ Date/Time Display ............................... ੬ pg. 26   % Focus Indicator .................................... ੬ pg. 29   ^ Exposure Control Level Counter ........... ੬ pg. 28   & White Balance Mode Indicator............. ੬ pg. 30   * S-VHS/S-VHS ET Recording Indicator   4 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) .................... ੬ pg. 13   (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) .................... ੬ pg. 13   ( Record–Standby Mode Indicator .......... ੬ pg. 16   5 Tape Length Indicator .......................... ੬ pg. 12   6 Zoom Indicator Bar.............................. ੬ pg. 18   Zoom Level Indicator   Approximate Zoom Ratio   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN45   1 •   : Cassette Indicator   Indications During Playback   Displayed when a tape is loaded.   •w: Insert Editing Indicator .................. ੬ pg. 38   Displayed during Insert Editing.   1 2 3 4 5   6 7 2 TBC Indicator ...................................... ੬ pg. 32   3 Recording Format Indicator (S/S-ET)   – S ET   SP   4 (GR-SXM320/SX851 only) .................... ੬ pg. 13   – : : TBC   1 2 3 4 5   AT   4 Tape Counter ................................. ੬ pg. 32, 38   5 Recording Mode Indicator (SP/EP) ........ ੬ pg. 12   6 Tape Running Indicator   4 : Playback   3 2 6 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle Search   : Rewind/Shuttle Search   : Pause   – : : M 0 1 2 3 4   e4   : Audio Dubbing   7 Tracking Indicator ................................ ੬ pg. 32   8 Tape Counter ....................................... ੬ pg. 38   Displayed only during Insert Editing.   –––––6–––––   + VOLUME   – 9 8 9 •BRIGHT: Bright Level Indicator   (GR-SXM320 only) ............................ ੬ pg. 31   •VOLUME: Speaker Volume   Indicator (GR-SXM320 only).............. ੬ pg. 31   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   (battery power warning).   blinks   When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.   Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the Erase Protection tab is not in   the position that allows recording.   (੬ pg. 10)   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.   (੬ pg. 10)   Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward.   TAPE END   (੬ pg. 17)   Blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the lens   LENS COVER   cover closed.   (੬ 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. Turn the unit off   (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear,   and turn it on again.   CONDENSATION   PLEASE WAIT   TAPE HEAD IS DIRTY   USE CLEANING   CASSETTE   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.   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.   E01 — E06   SAFEGUARD FUNCTION   HAS BEEN ACTIVATED   REATTACH BATTERY   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   CAUTIONS (cont.)   46   EN   When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in areas   other than the USA   Video Light   Ⅲ The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features   automatic voltage selection in the AC range from   110 V to 240 V.   USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER   In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC   wall outlet other than American National Standard   C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, called a   “Siemens Plug”, as shown.   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   (11-13/16" ft.) between the video light and people   or object.   For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC   dealer.   •Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.   •It is recommended that you consult your nearest   JVC dealer for replacing the video light.   Plug adapter   General Battery Precautions   •When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is not   functioning even when correctly operated, the   battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.   •Use only the following battery:   INFORMATION   This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.   Operation is subject to the following two   conditions:   C-P6U or C-P7U ..................... AA (R6) size   (1) This device may not cause harmful   interference, and (2) this device must accept any   interference received, including interference that   may cause undesired operation.   Please make note of the following rules for battery   use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.   1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when   replacing the battery.   Change or modifications not approved by the   party responsible for compliance could void the   user’s authority to operate the equipment. This   equipment has been tested and found to comply   with the limits for a Class B digital device,   pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These   limits are designed to provide reasonable   protection against harmful interference in a   residential installation. This equipment gener-   ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency   energy and, if not installed and used in accord-   ance with the instructions, may cause harmful   interference to radio communications. However,   there is no guarantee that interference will not   occur in a particular installation. If this equip-   ment does cause harmful interference to radio or   television reception, which can be determined   by turning the equipment off and on, the user is   encouraged to try to correct the interference by   one or more of the following measures:   Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.   Increase the separation between the equip-   ment and receiver.   2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it   can leak or explode.   3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.   4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be stored for   an extended period to avoid battery leakage which   can cause malfunctions.   Connect the equipment into an outlet on a   circuit different from that to which the receiver   is connected.   Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV   technician for help.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN47   Battery Packs   Cassettes   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:   To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to   read the following cautions:   1. During use . . .   ... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.   ... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes   automatically erases the previously recorded   video and audio signals.   1. To avoid hazard . . .   ... do not burn.   ... do not short-circuit the terminals.   ... do not modify or disassemble.   ... use only specified chargers.   ... 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.   Terminals   2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .   ... do not subject to unnecessary shock.   ... avoid repeated charging without fully discharg-   ing.   ... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes   the tape to fingerprints and dust.   ... charge in an environment where temperatures   are within the tolerances shown in the chart   below. This is a chemical reaction type   battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical   reaction, while warmer temperatures can   prevent complete charging.   2. Store cassettes . . .   ... away from heaters or other heat sources.   ... out of direct sunlight.   ... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary   shock or vibration.   ... 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.   ... where they won’t be exposed to strong   magnetic fields (such as those generated by   motors, transformers or magnets).   ... vertically, in their original cases.   NOTES:   ●It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after   charging, or after use.   Temperature Range Specifications   Charging .............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)   Operation ............ 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)   Storage ................ –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)   ● Recharging time is based on room temperature of   20°C (68°F.)   ● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging   takes.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   CAUTIONS   48   EN   Main Unit   LCD Monitor   1. For safety, DO NOT . . .   1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,   DO NOT . . .   ... open the camcorder’s chassis.   ... disassemble or modify the unit.   ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.   Keep it away from metallic objects when not in   use.   ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects   to enter the unit.   ... remove the battery pack or disconnect the   power supply while the power is on.   ... leave the battery pack attached when the   camcorder is not in use.   ... push it strongly or apply any shocks.   ... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on   the bottom.   2. To prolong service life . . .   ... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.   3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD   monitor use. These are not malfunctions:   •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.   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.   About moisture condensation . . .   ... near a television set.   ● You may have observed that pouring a cold   liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to   form on the glass’ outer surface. This same   phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a   camcorder when it is moved from a cool place   to a warm place, after heating a cold room,   under extremely humid conditions or in a   place directly subjected to the cool air from an   air conditioner.   ... near appliances generating strong magnetic or   electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,   etc.).   ... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C   or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)   temperatures.   3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .   ... in places of over 50°C (122°F).   ... in places where humidity is extremely low.   (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).   ... in direct sunlight.   ● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe   damage to the video tape, and can lead to   internal damage to the camcorder itself.   ... in a closed car in summer.   ... near a heater.   Serious malfunctioning   4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .   ... allow it to become wet.   If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit   immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.   ... 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.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   TERMS   EN49   A M AC Power Adapter/Charger ......................... pg. 8, 9   Animation Recording .............................. pg. 27, 37   Audio Dubbing ............................................. pg. 39   Auto Date Record ......................................... pg. 26   Auto Focus.................................................... pg. 29   Auto Shut Off .......................................... pg. 17, 31   Manual Focus ............................................... pg. 29   Menu Screen......................................... pg. 23 – 25   N ND Effect Mode ............................................ pg. 22   Nega/Posi Mode ........................................... pg. 22   P B Picture Stabilizer ........................................... pg. 18   Power Switch Position .................................. pg. 16   Program AE With Special Effects ................... pg. 22   Provided Accessories ...................................... pg. 7   Battery Pack .......................................... pg. 8, 9, 46   Brighten The Image ....................................... pg. 28   Brighten The LCD Monitor ............................ pg. 16   C Q Car Battery ...................................................... pg. 9   Cassette Adapter ........................................... pg. 33   Charge Marker ................................................ pg. 8   Charging The Battery Pack .............................. pg. 8   Clean The Camcorder ................................... pg. 50   Clock (Lithium) Battery ................................. pg. 10   Connection To A VCR/TV ............................. pg. 34   Contents ................................................ cover page   Counter Memory ........................................... pg. 32   Quick Review ............................................... pg. 19   R Recording Format ......................................... pg. 13   Recording Mode ........................................... pg. 12   Record-Standby ............................................ pg. 16   Remote Control............................................. pg. 36   Retake ........................................................... pg. 19   Rewind The Tape .......................................... pg. 31   D S Darken The Image ........................................ pg. 28   Darken The LCD Monitor ............................. pg. 16   Date/Time Display ........................................ pg. 26   Date/Time Settings ........................................ pg. 11   Demonstration Mode ................................ pg. 7, 25   Digital Zoom ................................................ pg. 24   Diopter Adjustment ....................................... pg. 15   Self-Recording .............................................. pg. 17   Sepia Mode ................................................... pg. 22   Shoulder Strap Attachment ............................ pg. 15   Shuttle Search ............................................... pg. 31   Specifications ................................................ pg. 51   Sports Mode.................................................. pg. 22   Still Playback ................................................ pg. 31   Super LoLux (S.LX) ........................................ pg. 24   Super VHS Expansion Technology................. pg. 13   E Electronic Fog Filter Mode ............................ pg. 22   Erase Protection ............................................ pg. 10   Exposure Control .......................................... pg. 28   T Tape Counter .......................................... pg. 32, 38   Tape Dubbing ......................................... pg. 34, 35   Tape Length Setting ....................................... pg. 12   Tele Macro .................................................... pg. 24   Time Base Corrector ..................................... pg. 32   Time-Lapse Shooting ............................... pg. 27, 37   Tracking ........................................................ pg. 32   Tripod Mounting ........................................... pg. 15   Twilight Mode ............................................... pg. 22   F Fade-In/Out .................................................. pg. 21   Fast-Forward Tape ......................................... pg. 31   5 Sec. Recording ........................................... pg. 19   G Grip Adjustment............................................ pg. 15   H U High Speed Shutter Mode ............................. pg. 22   Unload A Tape .............................................. pg. 10   I V Insert Editing ................................................. pg. 38   Instant Titles .................................................. pg. 26   Interface Shooting ......................................... pg. 17   Video Light ................................................... pg. 20   Viewfinder Adjustment .................................. pg. 15   J W JLIP ID NO. ................................................... pg. 25   Journalistic Shooting ..................................... pg. 17   White Balance Adjustment ............................ pg. 30   Wide Mode ................................................... pg. 24   Wipe-In/Out.................................................. pg. 21   L Z LCD monitor/Viewfinder, Indications ...... pg. 44, 45   Load A Tape .................................................. pg. 10   Zooming ....................................................... pg. 18   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   USER MAINTENANCE   50   EN   After Use   LENS COVER Open/Close Ring   Turn off the camcorder.   1 2 3 4 5 6 Open the LCD monitor* fully. Slide EJECT to open the   cassette holder, then remove the cassette.   Press PUSH to close and lock the cassette holder.   Close and lock the LCD monitor*.   BATTERY RELEASE   Set to “OFF”.   Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack.   Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to close   the lens cover.   Cleaning The Camcorder   To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft cloth.   Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to   wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.   1 2 Remove.   PUSH Button   EJECT Switch   Open the LCD monitor* and wipe gently with a soft   cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor*. Close   the LCD monitor*.   To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, then   wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.   3 4 5 6 To detach the eyepiece, turn it counterclockwise and   pull it out.   Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower   brush.   Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.   Remove.   EJECT Switch   PUSH Button   *GR-SXM320 only.   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.   ● Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.   ● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer   to the cautions of each product.   ● When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the   viewfinder securely.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   SPECIFICATIONS   EN51   LCD monitor   (GR-SXM320 only)   : 2.5" diagonally measured,   LCD panel/TFT active matrix   system   Camcorder   General   Speaker   (GR-SXM320 only)   : Monaural   Format   : VHS NTSC standard   : DC 6.0 V   Power source   Power consumption   LCD monitor* off,   viewfinder on   Connectors   JLIP:   ø3.5 mm, 4-pole, mini-head jack   (compatible with RC-5325   plug)   : 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω unbalanced,   : 4.2 W (GR-SXM320)   3.6 W (GR-SX851)   3.7 W (GR-AX750)   Video   Audio   LCD monitor* on,   viewfinder off   LCD monitor* on,   viewfinder on   analog output   : 4.6 W   (via Video output connector)   : –8 dBs, 1 kΩ analog output   (via Audio output connector)   : Y : 1Vp-p, 75 Ω, analog   output   : 5.2 W   : 3.0 W   Video light**   S-Video   (GR-SXM320/   SX851 only)   * GR-SXM320 only.   ** GR-SXM320/SX851 only.   C : 0.29 Vp-p, 75 Ω, analog   Signal system   Video recording system   Luminance   : NTSC-type   output   : FM recording   AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V16U   Color   : Converted sub-carrier   direct recording   Conforms to VHS standard   Power requirement   U.S.A. and Canada : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz   Other countries   Power consumption : 23 W   Output   Charge   VTR   Charging system   Cassette   : / cassette   : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50/60 Hz   Tape speed   SP   EP   : 33.35 mm/sec. (1-5/16 ips)   : 11.12 mm/sec. (7/16 ips)   : DC 8.5 V   : DC 6.3 V   , 1.3 A   , 1.8 A   : Constant current, peak   detection, timer controlled   : 125 (W) x 42 (H) x 68 (D) mm   (4-15/16" x 1-11/16" x 2-11/16")   : Approx. 270 g (0.6 lbs)   Recording time (max.)   SP   : 40 minutes   EP   : 120 minutes (with TC-40)   Operating   temperature   Dimensions   Weight   : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)   Operating humidity : 35% to 80%   Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)   Weight   : Approx. 890 g (2.0 lbs)   Cassette Adapter C-P7U   (GR-SXM320)   Approx. 730 g (1.6 lbs)   (GR-SX851)   Dimensions   : 188 (W) x 25 (H) x 104 (D) mm   (7-7/16" x 1" x 4-1/8")   : Approx. 240 g (0.53 lbs)   : “AA (R6)”-size battery x 1   Approx. 750 g (1.7 lbs)   Weight   Accessory   (GR-AX750)   Dimensions   : 198 (W) x 119 (H) x 99 (D) mm   (7-13/16" x 4-11/16" x   3-15/16") (GR-SXM320)   198 (W) x 119 (H) x 91 (D) mm   (7-13/16" x 4-11/16" x   3-5/8") (GR-SX851/AX750)   (with the LCD monitor* closed   and with the viewfinder fully   tilted downward)   Optional Accessories   •Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V856U   •Car Battery Charger BH-V3U   •Battery Charger BH-VC10U   •Audio/Video Cable   •S-Video Cable QAM0004-004   •Car Battery Cord AP-V7U   *GR-SXM320 only.   Pickup   Lens   •Compact S-VHS (   •Compact VHS (   ) Cassettes ST-C-40/30/20   ) Cassettes TC-40/30/20   : 1/4" format CCD   : F1.6, f = 3.9 to 62.4 mm, 16:1   power zoom lens with auto iris   and macro control, filter   diameter 40.5 mm   •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.   Viewfinder   : Electronic viewfinder with   0.55" color LCD (GR-SX851)   Electronic viewfinder with 0.5"   black/white CRT   (GR-SXM320/AX750)   Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise   indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to   change without notice.   White balance   adjustment   : Auto/Manual adjustment   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   ESPAÑOL   52   EN   Batería BN-V11U, BN-V12U o BN-V20U   Marcas   Alimentación   Esta cámara de video posee un sistema de alimentación de 3   vías que le permite seleccionar la fuente de alimentación más   apropiada. No utilice las unidades de alimentación   suministradas con otro equipo.   A la toma de   corriente de CA   Indicador   CHARGE   (carga)   CARGA DE LA BATERIA   Asegúrese de desconectar el cable CC de la cámara de   video del adaptador/cargador de CA. Conecte el cable   de alimentación de CA del cargador a una toma de   corriente.   1 Adaptador/   Cargador de CA   AA-V16U   Alinee las marcas y deslice la batería en la dirección de   la flecha hasta que quede bloqueada en su lugar.   2 El indicador CHARGE comienza a destellar para indicar   que se ha iniciado la carga.   Conector DC OUT   Batería   BN-V11U   Tiempo de carga   aprox. 1 h 10 min   aprox. 1 h 10 min   aprox. 1 h 50 min   Cuando el indicador CHARGE deja de destellar y   permanece encendido, la carga ha terminado. Deslice la   3 batería en el sentido opuesto al de la flecha y retírela.   Recuerde de desconectar el cable de alimentación del   adaptador/cargador de CA de la toma de corriente alterna.   BN-V12U (opcional)   BN-V20U (opcional)   ATENCION:   La carga de la batería sin que esté completamente agotada afectará a la capacidad original de ésta. Efectué el   procedimiento abajo para descargar totalmente la batería antes de recargarla.   1. Coloque la batería en la cámara de video y asegúrese que el cassette esté no colocado, luego ajuste el   conmutador de alimentación en ”AUTO” o ”PRO.”.   2. La alimentación de la camára de video se desconectará automáticamente cuando la descarga termina.   Cuando usted no vaya a usar una batería por un período prolongado, asegúrese de descargarla totalmente antes   de almacenarla porque dejar la batería sin que esté completamente agotada afectará su rendimiento.   USO DE LA BATERIA   Enganche el extremo a la cámara de video   y presione la batería   hasta que se trabe en el lugar   . • Si la batería es colocada en la posición equivocada puede ocurrir un mal   funcionamiento.   Para la extracción de la batería . . .   ..... deslice BATTERY RELEASE y extraiga la batería.   A B Tiempo de grabación aproximado (unidad: min)   Enganche.   Empuje.   Monitor LCD   Monitor LCD   Monitor LCD   Batería   desconectado/   conectado/visor conectado/   BATTERY RELEASE   visor conectado desconectado   visor conectado   1 90   2 105   3 100   1 80   (45)   1 70   (40)   ATENCION:   BN-V11U   Antes de desmontar la fuente de   alimentación, asegúrese que la   alimentación de la cámara de video   esté desconectada. El no hacerlo   puede producir un error de   (45) (50)   BN-V12U   (opcional)   90   105   100   165   670   80   (45)   70   (40)   (45) (50)   BN-V20U   (opcional)   140 170   (65) (90)   130   (75)   115   (70)   funcionamiento en la cámara de video.   BN-V856U   (opcional)   570 670   (330) (360)   520   (310)   460   (290)   ( ) : Cuando está encendido el   foco.   1 Cuando utilice GR-SXM320   2 Cuando utilice GR-SX851   3 Cuando utilice GR-AX750   Indicador de carga*   *Se incorpora un indicador   de carga sobre la batería   para ayudarle a recordar si   ha sido cargada o no. Los   dos colores indicadores   (rojo y negro), le permiten   seleccionar la carga y la   descarga.   INFORMACION:   El VU-V856KIT es un juego compuesto de la batería   BN-V856U y del cargador/adaptador de CA AA-V80U. Lea los manuales   de instrucción del VU-V856KITU antes de utilizarlo.   Es imposible cargar la batería BN-V856U utilizando el cargador/adaptador   de CA suministrado. Use el cargador/adaptador de CA AA-V80U opcional.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   GUIA PARA OPERACION RAPIDA   EN53   Si la unidad comienza a funcionar mal, deje de usarla inmediatamente y consulte a su concesionario local de JVC.   ALIMENTACION   INSERCION DEL CASSETTE DE   VIDEO   A Enganche.   B Empuje.   Botón PUSH Conmutador EJECT   BATTERY RELEASE   Utilización de la batería   Enganche el lado extremo de la batería en la   cámara de video y empuje la batería hasta   que se bloquee en el lugar   1 Abra el monitor LCD completamente   (GR-SXM320 exclusivamente).   2 Deslice EJECT para abrir el portacassette.   . 3 Inserte cassette de video.   (Procedimiento para carga, ੬ p. 8)   4 Presione PUSH para cerrar el portacassette.   (Por más detalles, ੬ p. 10)   Para extraer la batería   Deslice BATTERY RELEASE y extraiga la batería.   REPRODUCCION   FILMACION   Botón de   2 rebobinado (2   ) 1 Anillo de abertura   del cubreobjetivo   (LENS COVER)   2 Colóquelo en   “AUTO” o “PRO.”.   Botón de   3 reproducción/pausa   (4/6)   Colóquelo   1 en “PLAY”.   Botón de inicio/parada de grabación   3 Botón de parada (5)   1 Gire el anillo LENS COVER de abertura/cierre   para abrir el cubreobjetivo.   2 Adjuste el conmutador de alimentación en   “AUTO” o “PRO.”.   — La lámpara de alimentación se encenderá   y aparecerá una imagen.   3 Presione el botón inicio/parada de grabación.   — Comenzará la grabación.   •Para detener temporariamente la grabación,   presione nuevamente el botón de inicio/parada   de grabación.   (Por más detalles, ੬ p. 16, 17)   Para los propietarios de la GR-SXM320:   •El visor se desconecta automáticamente para   ahorrar energía cuando el monitor LCD es   abierto a un ángulo mayor de 60 grados.   •El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando se   lo abre/cierre a 60 grados aprox.   1 Ajuste el conmutador de alimentación en “PLAY”.   2 Presione   2.   — La cinta se detiene automáticamente al   comienzo de la misma.   3 Presione 4/6.   — Comienza la reproducción y la imagen   aparece.   •Presione 5 para detener la grabación.   (Por más detalles, ੬ p. 31.)   Para los propietarios de la GR-SXM320:   •El visor se desconecta automáticamente para   ahorrar energía cuando el monitor LCD es   abierto a un ángulo mayor de 60 grados.   •El monitor LCD se activa/desactiva cuando se lo   abre/cierre a 60 grados aprox.   O simplemente reproduzca la cinta en un VCR   de VHS utilizando el adaptador de cassette   (VHS Playpak). ੬ p. 33   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)   54   EN   HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER   TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722   Dear customer:   In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before   operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location,   please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, call 1-800-   252-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.   — JVC   JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING   COMPANY OF AMERICA   DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.   FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS   10 New Maple Avenue   Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641   (973) 396-1000   1500 Lakes Parkway   Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857   (770) 339-2522   705 Enterprise Street   Aurora, IL 60504-8135   (630) 851-7855   5665 Corporate Avenue   Cypress, CA 90630-4727   (714) 229-8011   10700 Hammerly Blvd., Suite 110 2969 Mapunapuna Place, Suite 105   Houston, TX 77043-2310   (713) 935-9331   Honolulu, HI 96819-2000   (808) 833-5828   13 Cummings Park   Woburn, MA 01801   (781) 376-9100   8192 West State Road 84   Davie, FL 33324-4611   (954) 472-1960   890 Dubuque Avenue   South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804   (650) 871-2666   Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the   engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the   high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization   stands behind our products.   NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS   JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA   DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.   10 New Maple Avenue   Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641   If you ship the product...   Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit,   a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you   received when you purchased your JVC unit. Print your home return address on the outside and the   inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above.   Don’t service it yourself.   ACCESSORIES   To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you   may contact your local JVC Dealer.   Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free:   1-800-882-2345.   CAUTION   To prevent electrical shock, do not open the   cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.   Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)   EN55   LIMITED WARRANTY   CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90   JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO   THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP   from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. (“The Warranty Period”)   PARTS   LABOR   1 YR   90   DAYS   THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF   COLUMBIA AND IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.   WHAT WE WILL DO:   If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner.   Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized   service centers. Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All   products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for   Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in-home basis.   WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:   Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC   authorized service center, please call toll free: (800) 252-5722.   If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with   a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center,   the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.   If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.   WHAT IS NOT COVERED:   This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:   1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse,   faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility   authorized by JVC to render such service, or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if   the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;   2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;   3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner’s Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;   4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;   5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;   6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of   purchase;   7. Accessories;   8. Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);from the date   of purchase);   There are no other express warranties except as listed above.   THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF   MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.   JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY   OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT   LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT,   OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,   INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE   LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.   Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an   implied warranty lasts, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific   legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.   JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA   DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.   1700 Valley Road   Wayne, N.J. 07470   REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR   DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT   WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.   For customer use:   Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain   this information for future reference.   Model No.:   Serial No:   Name of dealer:   Purchase date:   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   EN   VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED   1P2ri9n9teMdKinV*JaUpNan*YP   U COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   |