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LYT0671-001B

EN

COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

GR-SXM607
GR-SXM57
GR-SXM47
GR-SX202
GR-SX22
GR-FXM37
GR-FX12

VHS
PAL

625

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 – 3

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

4

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

4

GETTING STARTED

6 – 13

RECORDING

14 – 29

Basic Recording

.......................... 14

Basic Features

........................... 16

Zooming, 5-Sec. Recording, Picture Stabilizer,
Quick Review, Video Light, Retake

Advanced Features

...................... 18

Snapshot, Night-Scope, Fade/Wipe Effects,
Program AE with Special Effects,
Digital Effects, Using Menu For Detailed
Adjustment, Date/Time Insert, Instant Titles,
Animation, Time-Lapse, Exposure Control,
Focusing, White Balance Adjustment,
Manual White Balance Operation

PLAYBACK

30 – 34

Basic Playback

........................... 30

Features

.................................. 31

Connections

............................... 32

Using The Cassette Adapter

........... 34

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
UNIT

(GR-SXM607/SXM57/

SX202 only)

35 – 43

Playback Zoom

.......................... 37

Animation And Time-Lapse

............. 37

Insert Editing

............................. 38

Audio Dubbing

........................... 39

Random Assembly Editing

.............. 40

DETAILS

44 – 45

TROUBLESHOOTING

46 – 47

INDEX

48 – 51

Controls, Connectors

And Indicators

......................... 48

Indications

................................ 50

CAUTIONS

52 – 54

SPECIFICATIONS

55

S-VHS is compatible with
GR-SXM607/SXM57/SXM47/
SX202/SX22 only.

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Summary of Contents for GR-FX12

Page 1: ...ffects Digital Effects Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment Date Time Insert Instant Titles Animation Time Lapse Exposure Control Focusing White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation PLAYBACK 30 34 Basic Playback 30 Features 31 Connections 32 Using The Cassette Adapter 34 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GR SXM607 SXM57 SX202 only 35 43 Playback Zoom 37 Animation And Time Lapse 37 Insert Ed...

Page 2: ...re use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product Cassettes marked and can be used with this camcorder However S VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked GR SXM607 SXM57 SXM47 SX202 SX22 only 625 CAUTIONS n To prevent shock do not open the cabinet No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified ...

Page 3: ...on signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the JVC BN V11U V12U V20U V400U battery packs and to recharge them or to supply power to the camcorder from an AC outlet use the provided multi voltage AC Adapter An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate di...

Page 4: ...MONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset n Available when the Power Switch is set to or n 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 n DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off n ...

Page 5: ...re Filter Wind the cable around the outside of the Core Filter as shown in the illustration Wind the cable so that it is not slack NOTE Take care not to damage the cable 3Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut Connect the end of the cable with the Core Filter to the camcorder 5 cm Stopper 1 3 2 How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as show...

Page 6: ...he camcorder then try charging again If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced Please purchase a new one Using the optional AA V15EG AC Power Adapter Charger you can charge the BN V11U V12U V20U V400U battery pack without the camcorder However it cannot be used as an AC adapter To AC outlet Battery pa...

Page 7: ...alfunction NOTES Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly The LCD monitor is used repeatedly models equipped with LCD monitor only Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Z p...

Page 8: ...y to Stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod Tripod Mounting 1 Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the camera s mounting socket and stud hole Then tighten the screw Grip Adjustment 1 Separate the Velcro strip 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip 3 Adjust so that your thumb and finger...

Page 9: ... the setting begins blinking rotate MENU until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking 6 When none of these settings YEAR MONTH DAY TIME blinks rotate MENU to select EXIT and press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN 7 Press MENU to close the Menu Screen NOTE To display the date and time in the camcorder s display and on a connected TV see...

Page 10: ...en appears 3 Rotate MENU to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU If a VHS cassette is loaded rotate MENU to select S VHS ET then press it The S VHS ET Setting Menu appears If an S VHS cassette is loaded rotate MENU to S VHS then press it The S VHS Setting Menu appears 4 Rotate MENU to set to either of the parameters then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight ba...

Page 11: ... is recommended that tapes recorded on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder n Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode can be played back not only on this camcorder but also on a Super VHS VCR Tapes recorded in S VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs including some JVC VCRs n Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR n S VHS ET...

Page 12: ...ct only if the correct tape length has been selected REC MODE Menu Recording mode indicator Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference 1 Set the Power Switch to The power lamp comes on 2 Press MENU The Menu Screen appears 3 Rotate MENU to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU 4 Rotate MENU to select REC MODE and press it The REC MODE Menu ap...

Page 13: ... LCD monitor models equipped with LCD monitor only 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 h...

Page 14: ... Blinking Blinking To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor rotate BRIGHT until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached RECORDING Basic Recording Power Switch Position Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities OFF Switches of...

Page 15: ...To remove the indications from the camcorder s display during recording Z pg 22 24 Self Recording JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING models equipped with LCD monitor 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 SELF RECORDING models...

Page 16: ...F in SYSTEM MENU Z pg 23 Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO ECHO mode Z pg 21 is activated Picture Stabiliser To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification 1 Press P STABILIZER appears 2 To switch off the Picture Stabiliser press P STABILIZER The indicator disappears Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under...

Page 17: ...tion or soon after turning it off otherwise serious injury may result n Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time n When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects n Do not use near flammable or explosive materials n It is recommended that you consult your neares...

Page 18: ...T SCOPE repeatedly until OFF appears OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds NOTES During Night Scope the following functions or settings cannot be activated Picture Stabilizer Z pg 16 Program AE With Special Effects Z pg 20 and Digital Effects Z pg 21 GAIN or S LX in CAMERA MENU Z pg 23 Night Scope does not work when LIGHT OFF AUTO ON is set to AUTO or ON Z pg 17 During Night Scope it may be diffic...

Page 19: ...from a mosaic pattern SHUTTER Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre SLIDE Wipe A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left DOOR Wipe Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right revea...

Page 20: ...eworks 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 Z pg 29 Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m use manual focusing Z pg 28 S1 2000 1 2000 sec H...

Page 21: ... POSI The colours of a picture are reversed MOSAIC Turns recorded scenes into a mosaic pattern STRETCH Doubles the width of the picture horizontally CLASSIC FILM Makes your footage look like a classic movie by shooting in black and white with a strobing effect and black bars added at the top and bottom STROBE Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots VIDEO ECHO Adds a ghost to th...

Page 22: ...ENU The Menu Screen appears 3 Rotate MENU to select the desired function To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU rotate MENU to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it SYSTEM MENU is composed of 2 pages To go to the next page rotate MENU to select NEXT and press it To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of SYSTEM MENU rotate MENU to select TO CAMERA MENU and press it 4 Press MENU to display the Setting Men...

Page 23: ...oot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles Z pg 25 Makes the date time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor Z pg 25 Allows you to set the recording mode SP or LP depending on your preference Z pg 12 50X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 16X t...

Page 24: ...ecessary 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 ON Demonstrates certain functions automatically When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed the demonstration starts Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily If the Power Zoom Lever is ...

Page 25: ...h O H H O M P M W C E F A A U O A E E O X F P P R V R R D N I P P I T R D G T Y Y F E Y Y I R A N A T B H M S T C G T I I O I T I H U T R L L A M R D L L T I Y R E I A A E H D S Y T D A T I A Y M O Y S A N S S Instant Titles The camcorder has eight preset titles in memory You can superimpose one of them over the video image Instant Titles can be displayed not only in English but also in French Cha...

Page 26: ...wing steps make sure that The Power Switch is set to The camcorder is in the Record Standby mode The recording mode is set to SP 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 ...

Page 27: ... 4 Rotate MENU to select MANU then press it The Menu Screen disappears and 00 exposure control level counter appears 5 To brighten the image rotate MENU downward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 To darken the image rotate MENU upward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 6 Press MENU The setting is complete The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar o...

Page 28: ...cus on a farther subject rotate MENU upward appears and blinks To focus on a nearer subject rotate MENU downward appears and blinks 6 Press MENU The setting is complete The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN 7 Press MENU The Menu Screen disappears and reappears to indicate the focus is locked NOTES If the lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the len...

Page 29: ...al White Balance Operation Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance adjustment and select MWB 2 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the subject Adjust zoom or position yourself so that the white paper fills the screen 3 Press MENU until MWB begins blinking When the setting is completed MWB stops blinking an...

Page 30: ... LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment models equipped with LCD monitor only Rotate BRIGHT towards to brighten or towards to darken The Bright Level Indicator is displayed under the Date Time Display when you play back images recorded in Wide Mode Z pg 23 Speaker Volume Control models equipped with LCD monitor only Slide the Power Zoom Lever VOL towards to turn up the volume or towards to turn down th...

Page 31: ...C mode is activated TBC is displayed 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 function...

Page 32: ...apter GR FXM37 FX12 S Video cable Y C CVBS Video Out Select Switch Cable Adapter NOTES Set the video out select switch of the cable adapter as required Y C When connecting to a TV or VCR which accepts Y C signals and uses an S Video cable GR SXM607 SXM57 SXM47 SX202 SX22 only CVBS When connecting to a TV or VCR which does not accept Y C signals and uses an A V cable Yellow A V cable TV or VCR TV o...

Page 33: ...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 To view the playback picture on a connected SECAM TV or dub a tape to a SECAM VCR set VIDEO OUT to SE...

Page 34: ...r into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other 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...

Page 35: ...tion Time Lapse Z pg 37 Functions the same as the Recording Start Stop Button on the camcorder Retake forward Z pg 17 Time Lapse Z pg 37 Ineffective With the camcorder s Power Switch set to Zoom in out Z pg 37 Playback start Z pg 30 Rewind Reverse Shuttle Search Z pg 30 Stop Z pg 30 Insert Editing Z pg 38 Fast Forward Forward Shuttle Search Z pg 30 Pause Z pg 30 Audio dubbing Z pg 39 Z pg 41 Z pg ...

Page 36: ...uses two AAA R03 size batteries See General Battery Precautions Z pg 52 1 Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated 2 Insert two AAA R03 size batteries in the correct direction 3 Replace the battery compartment cover 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 be...

Page 37: ...ication to the previously set level Animation and Time Lapse The remote control lets you set release Interval Time and Recording Time without using the Menu Screen Animation 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 26 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control Each time REC TIME is pressed the Recording Time indicator appears changing in the following order 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S and no indica...

Page 38: ...o replace press PLAY to view the recorded tape and press PAUSE exactly at the Edit In point where the new scene should start 5 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 6 To begin Insert Editing press START S...

Page 39: ...mode 4 To end Audio Dubbing press STOP NOTES Do not press FF or REW during Audio Dub Standby or the edit points will not be accurate If the microphone is too close to the TV or if the TV s volume is too high whistling or howling may occur NOTES 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 ...

Page 40: ... power to the VCR and point the remote towards the VCR s infrared sensor Then referring to the VCR CODE LIST on the left press and hold MBR SET and press button A and then B The code is automatically set once you release MBR SET and the VCR s power comes on 2 Make sure the VCR s power is on Then while holding VCR CTL press the button on the remote for the desired function The functions the remote ...

Page 41: ... connector compatible with Y C signals connect the camcorder and the VCR using the provided S Video cable This can improve the dubbed picture quality If you use the cable adapter set the Y C CVBS video out select switch as required Y C When connecting to a VCR which accepts Y C signals and uses an S Video cable CVBS When connecting to a VCR which does not accept Y C signals and uses an A V cable I...

Page 42: ...s corresponding out point To ensure correct operation there should be at least 15 seconds between an out point and the next in point Blank portions of a tape cannot be registered as in points or out points If it takes more than 5 minutes to search for an in point the VCR s Record Pause mode is cancelled and editing does not take place Pressing ON OFF clears all in and out points from memory Leave ...

Page 43: ...control does not start editing 12 When all selected scenes have been copied the camcorder and VCR enter the Still or Pause mode Press STOP on both units To make the R A Edit counter display disappear press ON OFF When finished editing be sure to disconnect the editing cable and the A V cable NOTES If you performed step 1 on page 41 MAKE CONNECTIONS keep the remote control pointed at the VCR during...

Page 44: ...AC Adapter near a radio Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas The following operation stops charging or discharging Set the Power Switch to or Disconnect the AC adapter from the camcorder Unplug the AC adapter s power cord from the AC outlet Detach the battery from the camcorder The date time cannot be store...

Page 45: ...if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded If the Recording Start Stop button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately While shooting sound is not heard from the speaker models equipped with LCD monitor only The TBC indicator turns green grey with a cam...

Page 46: ...er supply has not been correctly connected Z pg 6 7 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 Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If th...

Page 47: ...tor 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 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 uni...

Page 48: ...48EN INDEX Controls Connectors And Indicators I 2 1 3 5 6 7 8 9 0 y u Y U T Q W E R p i t r w e q o 4 ...

Page 49: ...n Z pg 14 Battery Release Switch BATTERY RELEASE Z pg 6 Dioptre Adjustment Control Z pg 8 Connectors The connectors q to t are located beneath the cover q S Video Output Connector S GR SXM607 SXM57 SXM47 SX202 SX22 only Z pg 32 w Audio Output Connector A Z pg 32 e Video Output Connector V Z pg 32 r J Terminal Edit Connector JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol EDIT Connect the editing cable when pe...

Page 50: ...cope is switched from one mode to another by pressing NIGHT SCOPE then only the indicator remains at 9 3 0 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator Z pg 19 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Fade Wipe is switched from one effect to another by pressing FADE WIPE then only the indicator remains at 0 4 Recording Format Indicator S S ET GR SXM607 SXM57 SXM47 SX202 SX22 only Z pg 10 5 Tape Length Indicato...

Page 51: ... 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 Indications During Playback TAPE END E01 E06 UNIT IN...

Page 52: ...sive heat as they can leak or explode 6 Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire 7 Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions CAUTIONS Battery Packs The battery packs are nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack be sure to read the f...

Page 53: ...mables 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 2 Avoid using the unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove in places subject to excessive shock or vibration near a television set ...

Page 54: ...nits have been disconnected Mould may form if the lens is left dirty When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions that came with it When removing the eyepiece be sure to hold the viewfinder securely CAUTIONS cont About moisture condensation You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass outer surface This same ...

Page 55: ...FX12 only LCD monitor on viewfinder off 4 5 W GR SXM607 SXM57 SXM47 FXM37 only Video light 3 0 W Models equipped with LCD monitor only GR SXM607 SXM57 SXM47 SX202 SX22 only Signal system PAL type Video recording system Luminance FM recording Colour Converted sub carrier direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette cassette Tape speed SP 23 39 mm sec LP 11 70 mm sec Recording time max SP 60 m...

Page 56: ...COPYRIGHT 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD EG Printed in Japan 1000MKV UN SN VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED EN GR SXM607 GR SXM57 GR SXM47 GR SX202 GR SX22 GR FXM37 GR FX12 ...

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