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For Your Maintenance

1. After Use

1

Set the 

Power Switch

 to “OFF” to turn off the

camcorder.

2

Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60 degrees.
Slide 

EJECT

 to open the cassette holder, then remove

the cassette.

3

Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing the
Close button.

4

Close and lock the LCD monitor.

5

Slide 

BATTERY RELEASE

 to remove the battery pack.

6

Attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder’s lens.

2. Cleaning The Camcorder

1

Wipe gently the exterior with a soft cloth. Put cloth in
diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt,
then wipe again with a dry cloth.

2

Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the
LCD monitor.

3

Blow the lens with a blower brush, then wipe it gently
with lens cleaning paper.

4

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.

5

Remove dust from the viewfinder using a blower brush.

6

Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.

• Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or

alcohol.

• Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has

been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

• Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
• When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to

the cautions that came with it.

• When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the viewfinder

securely.

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 phenomenon occurs on the
head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool
place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under
extremely humid conditions or in a place directly
subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

• Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to

the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the
camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately
and consult your local JVC dealer.

LCD Monitor

1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,

DO NOT . . .

.... 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.

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Summary of Contents for GR-SXM195

Page 1: ...kes you directly to the demo mode s Setting Menu so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select OFF and press it NOTES When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available If you do not detach the Lens Cap you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration a...

Page 2: ... R6 Battery for Cassette Adapter NOTE In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter If a cable has only one core filter the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camcorder AC Adapter AP V13A 1 GR SXM195AS_EN_Japan 03 01 24 9 19 AM 2 ...

Page 3: ...ating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter are on its bottom CAUTIONS This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL type colour television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the JVC BN V11U V12U V20U V400U battery packs and to recharge them or to supply po...

Page 4: ...ced 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 f...

Page 5: ... Manual Focus pg 12 Menu Screen pg 18 22 Monotone Effect pg 24 Mosaic Effect pg 24 N ND Effect Mode pg 24 Nega Posi Mode pg 24 P Picture Stabiliser pg 18 Playback pg 11 Playback Special Effects pg 14 Programme AE with Special Effects pg 24 Provided Accessories pg 2 Q Quick Review pg 13 R Recording Advanced Features pg 23 24 Recording Start Stop pg 11 Recording Format S VHS S VHS ET pg 20 Recording...

Page 6: ...for a fully discharged battery pack USING THE BATTERY PACK Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Approximate recording time unit min Battery pack BN V11U BN V12U optional BN V20U optional BN V400U optional Viewfinder on 90 90 140 340 LCD monitor on 80 80 130 305 USING AC POWER Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder step 2 and 3 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK The provided AC Adapter features a...

Page 7: ...n AC adapter To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Adapter near a radio Recording time is reduced significantly when Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly or the LCD monitor is used repeatedly Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time Date Time Settings 1 Set the Power Switch to while pressing...

Page 8: ...e removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode or detached from the power source Tripod Mounting Align the screw and camera direction stud on the tripod with the tripod mounting socket p Then tighten the screw CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to stabil...

Page 9: ...ME S E T 1 6 S 2 P 3 4 4 A 5 T e i t w r u y o t r 1 2 9 0 6 7 8 5 3 4 u 180 180 90 90 i o Eyepiece During shooting Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder Cassette holder Turn the gear to take up slack Erase protection tab LCD monitor Microphone During Recording During Playback Viewfinder Speaker pg 25 for Warning Indications LCD Monitor Vi...

Page 10: ...ensor necessary for shooting is built in here o Grip Strap pg 8 p Tripod Mounting Socket pg 8 1 Tape Remaining Time pg 21 2 Recording Mode Indicator pg 20 3 Digital Effect Indicator pg 24 Programme AE Indicator pg 24 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator pg 23 4 Backlight Compensation Indicator pg 12 5 Recording Format Indicator S S ET pg 20 6 Tape Length Indicator pg 21 7 Zoom Indicator Bar pg 13 Zoom Leve...

Page 11: ...ding A Cassette 2 Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch To start playback press 4 6 To stop playback temporarily Still Playback press 4 6 To stop playback press 5 e Press 2 w to rewind or 3 to fast forward the tape High speed picture search Shuttle Search is possible by pressing 2 w or 3 during playback holding 2 w or 3 down during playback continues sea...

Page 12: ... is brightened 2 To cancel Backlight Compensation press BACK LIGHT e again disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level Backlight Compensation functions in both recording modes or Using BACK LIGHT e may make the subject too bright resulting in a washed out or white image BACK LIGHT e cannot be used when the manual Exposure Control mode pg 18 is engaged Auto Manual Focus If correct f...

Page 13: ... Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To deactivate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM pg 20 to OFF in SYSTEM MENU Quick Review To check the end of the last recording 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press 2 w and release quickly Tape is rewound for approx 1 second and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby mode for the next shot Distortion may occur at the s...

Page 14: ...or e turns green grey with a camcorder equipped with a black white viewfinder while TBC is working and white while TBC is not operative TBC does not work during Still Playback and Shuttle Search pg 11 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 S...

Page 15: ...occur in the camcorder playback picture Tape Dubbing 1 Connect the camcorder and the VCR Connections To A TV VCR Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch turn on the VCR s power and insert the appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR Engage the VCR s AUX and Record Pause modes 2 Press 4 6 to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is rea...

Page 16: ...empt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole and push up and remove the cassette During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode cannot be played back on a regular VHS VCR Playback is possible with a VCR equipped with the S VHS function During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc t...

Page 17: ...6 S 2 P 3 4 4 A 5 T e i t w r u y o t r 1 2 9 0 6 7 8 5 3 4 u 180 180 90 90 i o Eyepiece During shooting Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder Cassette holder Turn the gear to take up slack Erase protection tab LCD monitor Microphone During Recording During Playback Viewfinder Speaker pg 25 for Warning Indications LCD Monitor Viewfinder In...

Page 18: ... 4 R D S W S T D D 4 N E I A I A R E C Z L D V P S T E X O X E H E P E T T M O S L U S O M L A T R Y D E Y I N S E N M T G E E T M H D I M S 5 N O O T F S E P 0 O F N 3 U P N x R F 0 L U M L A L CAMERA MENU EXPOSURE 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 ba...

Page 19: ... is turned off or the battery removed White balance cannot be used when the SEPIA or MONOTONE mode pg 24 Digital Effects is activated TITLE Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles in 11 different languages Change the language in LANGUAGE in TITLE SETUP in CAMERA MENU pg 19 shows the selected title which remains until OFF is selected TITLE SETUP Adjust the settings for TITLE SIZE When ...

Page 20: ...order records with S VHS picture quality which is called Super VHS ET Expansion Technol ogy S VHS REC appears during recording OFF Records in VHS on a VHS or S VHS cas sette JVC EHG Extra High Grade tapes are recom mended 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 With some ...

Page 21: ...E You can shoot a series of pictures each slightly different of the same object for a brief selected period of time Animation REC MODE should be set to SP Select the desired recording time and press the Recording Start Stop Button 0 after focusing on the subject Fade or wipe in out cannot be performed This function is cancelled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected To use this...

Page 22: ... not detach the Lens Cap you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time pg 7 LCD BRIGHT To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor perform the following steps quickly within approx 1 second by each interval 1 Select LCD BRIGHT in SYSTEM MENU The BRIGHT ON message appears 2 Press the ...

Page 23: ...black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the centre SLIDE Wipe A black screen moves in from the left to gradually cover the image or a new image moves in from right to left DOOR Wipe Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right revealing the scene or wipes out and the b...

Page 24: ...tc look more natural and dramatic In this mode the Auto Focus pg 12 and S LX pg 20 may not work S1 2000 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter Captures faster action than Sports mode The screen becomes slightly dark Use in well lit situations Digital Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch 2 Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode appears To canc...

Page 25: ...er s power off before disconnecting the power source 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 Warning Indications high exhausted Displays the battery remaining power level As the battery power comes close to nil the battery indicator blinks battery power warning When the battery power is exhausted powe...

Page 26: ...er 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 CAUTIONS General Battery Precautions If the cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly the batteries are exhausted Replace them with fresh ones Please make note of the following rules for...

Page 27: ...he 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 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 phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is ...

Page 28: ...ro control filter diameter 40 5 mm Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT White balance adjustment Auto Manual adjustment LCD monitor 2 5 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system Speaker Monaural Some accessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability Optional Accessories Battery Pack...

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