INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH

LYT1201-001A

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM50 GR-FXM404 GR-FXM40 GR-SX26 GR-FX16
S-VHS is compatible with GR-SXM50/SX26 only

VHS PAL

Printed in Malaysia 1003-AS-YL-PJ
COPYRIGHT 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder. Before use, please read PRECAUTIONS ( pg. 3, 4) to ensure safe use of this product.

AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION

Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON (factory-preset).
Available when the Power Switch @ is set to or while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume. DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off. To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch @ to and press the MENU Wheel 1 in while the demo is in progress. This takes you directly to the demo modes Setting Menu (so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen). Rotate the 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 activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder.
* Applicable models only.
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PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

Battery Pack BN-V10U
AC Adapter AP-V14E OR AP-V15E

Power Cord

Shoulder Strap

A/V (Audio/Video) Cable

Lens Cap

Cable Adapter

S-Video Cable (GR-SXM50/SX26 only)
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.
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PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONS To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. When you are not using the AC Adapter for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet. NOTES: The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating information and safety caution of the AC 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-V10U/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 different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

CAUTIONS

To avoid electric shock or damage to the unit, first firmly insert the small end of the power cord into the AC Adapter until it is no longer wobbly, and then plug the larger end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark
For BN-V12U (optional) The Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC. Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Cassettes marked and can be used with this camcorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible* only with cassettes marked

* GR-SXM50/SX26 only.

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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. 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.)

ND Effect Mode... pg. 24 Nega/Posi Mode.. pg. 24 Night-Scope... pg. 23

Zooming.. pg. 13

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GETTING STARTED

Hook on.

USING THE BATTERY PACK

Perform step 1) of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK.
Approximate recording time (unit: min.) Battery pack Push in. BN-V10U Viewfinder on LCD monitor on
95 (50) 100 (55) 160 (85) 380 (210)
100 (55) 110 (60) 170 (90) 410 (220)
80 (45) 85 (50) 140 (80) 330 (195)

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

Power Switch
BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional)

Battery pack

BN-V400U (optional)
To AC outlet To DC IN connector AC Adapter
1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-SX26/FX16
( ):when the video light is on(GR-SXM50/FXM404/SX26)

USING AC POWER

Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder ( step 2) and 3) of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK). The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V. ATTENTION Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camcorder malfunction.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1) Hook the end of the battery pack to the camcorder and push the battery in until it locks in place. If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur. 2) Set the Power Switch @ to OFF while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. Connect the AC Adapter to the DC IN connector 9, then connect the Power Cord to the AC Adapter. 3) Plug the Power Cord into an AC outlet. The CHARGE lamp ) blinks to indicate charging has started. 4) When the CHARGE lamp ) stops blinking but stays lit, charging is finished. Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. To Detach The Battery Pack. slide BATTERY RELEASE 8 and pull out the battery pack.
Battery pack BN-V10U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 30 min. approx. 1 hr. 40 min. approx. 2 hrs. 40 min. approx. 5 hrs. 10 min.

REFRESH:

Be sure to fully discharge a battery pack before recharging or storing it for a long period of time, otherwise the battery performance will be reduced. 1) Perform steps 1) through 3) of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK. 2) Press REFRESH q for over 2 seconds. The POWER lamp $ blinks to indicate discharging has started. 3) When discharging is finished, charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp ) blinks.

Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack.
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The following steps have the same function as REFRESH ( pg. 6). 1. Attach the battery to the camcorder with no cassette inserted. 2. Set the Power Switch @ to or while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. During charging or discharging, the camcorder cannot be operated. Charging and discharging is not possible if the wrong type of battery is used. When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE lamp ) may not light. Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, then try charging again. If a fully-charged batterys operation time remains extremely short, the battery is worn out. Please purchase a new one. Perform charging where the temperature is between 10C and 35C. 20C to 25C is the ideal temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold, charging may be incomplete. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack. 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: , or . Set the Power Switch @ to Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder. Unplug the AC Adapters power cord from the AC outlet. Detach the battery from the camcorder. Using the optional AA-V15EG AC Power Adapter/ Charger, you can charge the BN-V10U/V12U/ V20U/V400U battery pack without the camcorder. However, it cannot be used as an 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 down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. 2) Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The Menu Screen appears. You can select the language (ENGLISH or RUSSIAN) used in all messages displayed on screen ( pg. 18, 22 MENU LANG. in SYSTEM MENU). 3) Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU. Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4NEXT and press it to display the next page. 4) Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select DATE/ TIME and press it. The DATE/TIME Menu appears. 5) To set YEAR, MONTH, DAY or TIME (hour/minute), rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select the desired item, and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 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 the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4EXIT, and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on 4RETURN. 7) Press the MENU Wheel 1 in to close the Menu Screen. To display the date and time in the camcorders display and on a connected TV, see DATE/TIME DISP. ( pg. 21) in SYSTEM MENU. The date/time cannot be stored in memory if the built-in clock battery runs out. Consult an authorised JVC dealer for replacement, or set the date/time as necessary before you start shooting.

*1 Applicable models only. *2 GR-SXM50/SX26 only. *3 GR-FXM404/FXM40/FX16 only. *4 GR-SXM50/FXM404/SX26 only.
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RECORDING

Set REC MODE, S-VHS (S-VHS ET)**, TAPE LENGTH and DATE/TIME in SYSTEM MENU. ( pg. 18 22, MENU SETTINGS)

PLAYBACK

1 Load a tape ( pg. 8, Loading/Unloading A Cassette).
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 r. Press 2 e to rewind, or 3 * to fast-forward the tape. High-speed picture search (Shuttle Search) is possible by pressing 2 e or 3 * during playback (holding 2 e or 3 * down during playback continues search until released). To resume normal playback, press 4/6 &. For VIDEO RECORDING/VIDEO PLAYBACK The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in the Record-Standby or Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch @ to. OFF, then to , or When the Power Switch @ is set to , or 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. The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder (with the LCD monitor* shut), on the LCD monitor* or on a connected TV ( pg. 15, Connections To A TV/VCR). To remove the indications, pg. 21, DISPLAY or OSD OUTPUT in SYSTEM MENU. To control the speaker* volume, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 towards + to turn up, or towards to turn down. While shooting, sound is not heard from the speaker*. Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search. This is normal. If TBC ( pg. 14) is engaged during Still Playback, noise bars will not appear (GR-SXM50/ SX26 only).
1 Remove the lens cap. Set the Power Switch @
to or while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the LCD monitor* is closed and locked. Shooting while using the LCD monitor*: Make sure the LCD monitor* is fully open. The camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode and PAUSE D is displayed. The viewfinder and LCD monitor cannot be used simultaneously on this camcorder. Therefore, when opening the LCD monitor and tilting it upward to 180, you cannot view any image in the viewfinder, however you can shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD monitor.

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 0. P appears while recording is in progress. To stop recording, press the Recording Start/Stop Button 0. The camcorder re-enters the RecordStandby mode. To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor*: When the Power Switch @ is set to , adjust LCD BRIGHT in SYSTEM MENU ( pg. 18, 22). When the Power Switch @ is set to or OFF, this adjustment cannot be performed.
* Applicable models only. ** GR-SXM50/SX26 only.
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BASIC FEATURES

Snapshot

(GR-SXM50/SX26 only)

Backlight Compensation
To quickly increase the brightness of the subject relative to the background. 1) Press BACK LIGHT r during recording. is displayed and the subject is brightened. 2) To cancel Backlight Compensation, press BACK LIGHT r again. disappears and the brightness returns to the previous level. Backlight Compensation functions in both recording modes ( or ). Using BACK LIGHT r may make the subject too bright, resulting in a washed out or white image. BACK LIGHT r cannot be used when the manual Exposure Control mode ( pg. 18) is engaged.
You can record still images that look like photographs onto a tape. 1) Perform step 1) of RECORDING ( pg. 11). 2) Press SNAPSHOT 2. There is a momentary camera shutter-type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing. Snapshot is also available during playback. However, the shutter sound is not heard.
5Sec. Rec (5-sec. Recording)
(GR-FXM404/FXM40/FX16 only)
To record a scene for 5 seconds, providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programmes. 1) Make sure the recording mode is set to SP. 2) During RecordStandby, press 5SEC. REC 2. 5S g appears and 5Sec. Rec is reserved. 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 0. Recording starts, and after 5-second recording is finished, the camcorder re-enters the Record Standby mode automatically. 4) To cancel the 5Sec. Rec. function, press 5SEC. 5S g disappears. REC 2 again so that Fade/Wipe ( pg. 23) cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC. REC 2.

Auto/Manual Focus

If correct focus cannot be obtained with Auto Focus, use Manual Focus. 1) Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. FOCUS 4. appears. 2) Press 3) To focus on a distant subject, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 upward. appears and blinks. To focus on a close subject, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 downward. appears and blinks. FOCUS 4) To cancel the Manual Focus, press 4. disappears and the Auto Focus is applied. When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, or will blink.

Sliding Latch

Compartment Door Recording Safety Hole Hole

Reels Battery Cover

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MENU SETTINGS

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 background such as at the beach or when skiing. When the background is overly dark or the subject light. 1) Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select MANUAL, then press it. 2) To brighten the image, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 downward. To darken the image, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 upward. The exposure control level increases/decreases (maximum 06).
1 Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. 2 Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select the desired function. To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4TO SYSTEM MENU and press it. SYSTEM MENU is composed of 2 pages. To go to the next page, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4NEXT and press it. To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of SYSTEM MENU, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select 4TO CAMERA MENU and press it.
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3 Press the MENU Wheel 1 in to display the Setting Menu and rotate it to select the desired setting. 4 Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on 4RETURN. Press the MENU Wheel 1 in. The normal screen reappears.
STABILIZER The Picture Stabiliser compensates for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magnification. ON : The Picture Stabiliser is activated. f appears. OFF : The Picture Stabiliser is disactivated. f disappears. Accurate stabilisation may not be possible in certain conditions including excessive hand shake. f appears blinking if the Stabiliser cannot be used. This function cannot be activated during the Night-Scope, CLASSIC FILM, STROBE and VIDEO ECHO modes ( pg. 24, Digital Effects).

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M.W.B.

If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. AUTO : White balance is adjusted automatically. FINE : Outdoors on a sunny day. CLOUD : Outdoors on a cloudy day. HALOGEN : A video light or similar type of lighting is used. MWB: White balance is set manually. 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. If it is difficult to focus on the white paper, adjust focus manually ( pg. 12, Auto/ Manual Focus). Press the MENU Wheel 1 in until MWB begins blinking. When the setting is completed, MWB stops blinking. Once you adjust white balance manually, the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed. White balance cannot be used when the SEPIA or MONOTONE mode ( pg. 24, Digital Effects) is activated.
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). j shows the selected title which remains until OFF is selected.

TITLE SETUP

Adjust the settings for TITLE. SIZE : When LARGE is selected, the title is twice enlarged vertically more than selected NORMAL. SCROLL : When ON is selected, the title is scrolled from right to left. LANGUAGE : Select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, RUSSIAN, UKRAINIAN, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH, CZECH, POLISH, HUNGARIAN, BULGARIAN) for TITLE. To set SIZE, SCROLL or LANGUAGE, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 to select the desired item, and press it. When the setting begins blinking, rotate the MENU Wheel 1 until the correct setting appears and then press it. The setting stops blinking.
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SYSTEM MENU

This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.

REC MODE

Allows you to set the recording mode. LP (Long Play) is more economical, providing twice the recording time. If the recording mode is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
D. ZOOM Zooming is possible from 16X (the optical zoom limit), to a maximum of 50X or 700X digital magnification. When set to OFF only optical zoom (maximum 16x magnification) can function. 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. OFF: Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment. WIDE When set to ON black bars will be recorded at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinemalike wide-screen effect. Not effective with Snapshot (GR-SXM50/SX26 only, pg. 12). S-VHS (S-VHS ET)

TELE MACRO

When set to ON, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm. Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.

OSD OUTPUT

ON: On-screen indications are displayed. OFF: On-screen indications are turned off except Date/Time, Instant Title and Warning Indication.

REC TIME

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 function, it is recommended that SCROLL in TITLE SETUP ( pg. 18, 19) be set to OFF.
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MENU LANG.

Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH or RUSSIAN) used in all messages displayed on screen.

LCD BRIGHT

(Applicable models only)

DEMO MODE

Demonstrates certain functions automatically. Available when the Power Switch @ is set to or and DEMO MODE is set to ON (factorypreset). Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily. Set to OFF to stop completely. 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 activated on the LCD monitor* or viewfinder.
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 BRIGHT Wheel 1 in to return to normal screen. 3) Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel 1 to display the bright level indicator k. 4) Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel 1 until the appropriate brightness is reached. After the BRIGHT Wheel 1 is released, the indicator soon disappears and adjustment is completed.

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Programme AE With Special Effects 1) Set the Power Switch @ to while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. 2) Press P.AE ^ repeatedly until the desired mode
appears. To cancel the effect, press P.AE ^ repeatedly until OFF appears. Only one mode can be engaged at a time. In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes, picture colour may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by alternating discharge-type light sources such as flourescent or mercury-vapour lights. This function cannot be activated during NightScope ( pg. 23). SPORTS: 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. FG : FOG: 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. This mode cannot be used when the VIDEO ECHO mode ( Digital Effects) is activated. TWILIGHT: Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., 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. SUNSET: Makes scenes have a reddish tint like a sunset. SURF & SNOW: Compensates for subjects that may otherwise appear too dark when shooting in extremely bright surroundings such as in the snow or beach. In this mode, the fast-moving images can be recorded since the shutter speed becomes fast.

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 cancel the effect, press DIGIFECT % repeatedly until OFF appears. This function cannot be activated during NightScope ( pg. 23). Picture Stabiliser ( pg. 18) cannot be activated during the CLASSIC FILM, STROBE and VIDEO ECHO mode. SEPIA: Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos. Combine this with WIDE in SYSTEM MENU for a classic look. MONOTONE: Like black and white films, your footage is shot in B/W. Combine this with WIDE in SYSTEM MENU for a classic look. B. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a bluish tint. R. FILTER: Recorded scenes have a reddish tint. SOLARI: The picture is recorded with an effect similar to a painting. NEGA 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 the subject, giving your recording a fantasy feeling. Zoom magnification of over 10X is not available.

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, power turns off automatically. : Blinks when no cassette is loaded, or when the erase protection tab is not in the position that allows recording. TAPE END: Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward. LENS CAP: Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached. CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAIT: These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case, all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. Remove the tape, turn the unit off (without removing the power supply), wait a few minutes for the warnings to clear, and turn it on again. HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED 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. E01E06 UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY: The error indications (E01 E06) show what type of malfunction has occured. If an error indication and warning appear, turn the unit off, remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
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Video Light (for applicable models)

DANGER:

The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time. When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or object. Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
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 battery use. When misused, the batteries can leak or explode. 1. When replacing batteries, read the cassette adapter (C-P6U/C-P7U) instructions. 2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those specified. 3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction. 4. Do not use rechargeable batteries. 5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode. 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.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life. do not subject to unnecessary shock. avoid repeated charging without fully discharging. charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type batterycooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging. store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life. fully charge and then fully discharge the battery every 6 months when storing the battery pack over a long period time. remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as some machines use current even when switched off. It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging, or after use. Temperature Range Specifications Charging. 10C to 35C Operation.. 0C to 40C Storage. 10C to 30C Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20C. The lower the temperature, the longer recharging takes.

Cassettes

To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. During use. make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark. be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes automatically erases the previously recorded video and audio signals. make sure the cassette is positioned properly when inserting. do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all. This slackens the tape and can result in damage. do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust. 2. Store cassettes. away from heaters or other heat sources. out of direct sunlight. where they wont be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration. where they wont be exposed to strong magnetic fields (such as those generated by motors, transformers or magnets). vertically, in their original cases.

Battery Packs

The battery packs are nickel-cadmium or nickel metal-hydride batteries. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: 1. To avoid hazard. do not burn. do not short-circuit the terminals. do not modify or disassemble. use only specified chargers.

Terminals

Main Unit
1. For safety, DO NOT. open the camcorders chassis. disassemble or modify the unit. short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use.
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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. near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). in places subject to extremely high (over 40C) extremely low (under 0C) temperatures. 3. DO NOT leave the unit. in places of over 50C. in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). in direct sunlight. in a closed car in summer. near a heater. in dusty places such as a beach. 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT. allow it to become wet. drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun. carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD monitor*. Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Camcorder

General

Format Power source : S-VHS (GR-SXM50/SX26 only)/ VHS PAL standard : DC 11 V (Using AC Adapter) (Using battery pack) DC 6 V Pickup Lens : 1/6" format CCD : F1.6, f = 2.7 mm to 43.2 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and macro control, filter diameter 40.5 mm : Electronic viewfinder with 0.5" black/white CRT

Viewfinder

Power consumption Viewfinder on : 3.7 W (GR-SXM50/FXM404/ FXM40 only) 3.5 W (GR-SX26/FX16 only) LCD monitor* on : 4.3 W Video light** : 3.0 W
* Applicable models only. ** GR-SXM50/FXM404/SX26 only.
White balance adjustment : Auto/Manual adjustment LCD monitor : 2.50" diagonally measured, LCD (Applicable models panel/TFT active matrix system only) Speaker : Monaural (Applicable models 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 minutes LP : 120 minutes (with EC-60 cassette) Operating temperature : 0C to 40C Operating humidity : 35% to 80% Storage temperature : 20C to 50C Weight : Approx. 830 g (GR-SXM50/FXM404/FXM40 only) Approx. 750 g (GR-SX26 only) Approx. 740 g (GR-FX16 only) Dimensions : 113 mm x 117 mm x 199 mm (W x H x D) (GR-SXM50/FXM404/FXM40 only) 108 mm x 117 mm x 199 mm (GR-SX26/FX16 only) (with the LCD monitor* closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward)

Connectors

Video : 1 V (p-p), 75 unbalanced, analogue output (via Video output connector) : 300 mV (rms), 1 k, analogue output (via Audio output connector) : Y : 1 V (p-p), 75 , analogue output C : 0.30 V (p-p), 75 , analogue output
S-Video (GR-SXM50/ SX26 only)

AC Adapter

Power requirement : AC 110 V 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz ,1A Output : DC 11 V

Optional Accessories

Battery Packs BN-V12U, BN-V20U, BN-V400U Compact S-VHS ( ) Cassettes SE-C45/30 Compact VHS ( ) Cassettes EC-60/45/30 Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U Cassette Adapter C-P7U Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability.
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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