INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH

LYT1061-001B

COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM49 GR-FXM39 GR-SX25 GR-FX15
S-VHS is compatible with GR-SXM49/SX25 only

VHS PAL

Printed in Malaysia 0902-MK-UN-PJ
COPYRIGHT 2002 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-V11U
AC Adapter AP-V13E, AP-V12EG or AP-V11E

Power Cord

Shoulder Strap

A/V (Audio/Video) Cable

Lens Cap

Cable Adapter

S-Video Cable (GR-SXM49/SX25 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

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt consult a competent electrician.

SOME DOS AND DONTS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DONT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DONT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DONT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DONT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DONT listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DONT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DONT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DONT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock; NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry!
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80 (45) 80 (45) 130 (75) 305 (185)

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

Power Switch
BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional)

Battery pack

1 When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR-SX25/FX15
( ): when the video light is on (GR-SXM49/SX25 only)

To AC outlet

To DC IN connector

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.

AC Adapter

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-V11U BN-V12U (optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V400U (optional) Charging time approx. 1 hr. 40 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.
Charge marker helps you remember whether the battery pack has been charged or not. Two colours are provided (red and black)you choose which one means charged and which means discharged.
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-V11U/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.

* Applicable models only. Cassette holder
Shoulder Strap Attachment Thread the strap through the eyelet t, then fold it
back and thread it through the buckle. Repeat the procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other eyelet t, making sure the strap is not twisted. Adjust the length.
Gear Turn to take up slack.

Erase Protection tab

Cassette holder
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CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS

Eyepiece

Refer to this diagram while reading the instructions. During shooting

# $ % ^& *

90 ! @
Viewfinder Keep the lens cap attached to the camcorder.
Speaker (applicable models only)
Turn the gear to take up slack.

o u 180

LCD monitor (applicable models only)

Erase protection tab

Microphone Video light (GR-SXM49/SX25 only)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
During Recording During Playback

W P a s d f g h k j

ER T Y U I

A SET T30

J KL : z

0M I N REC S P

L I GH T S VHS REC P AU S E

MWB 1 / 2S

SP 4 SET 1 : 23 : 45 T BC AT MONOT ON E

5M I N

CONGRA T U L A T I ON S 25. 12. : 45 : 18 BR I GH T 6 +

VO L UME

6 +
pg. 25 for Warning Indications.
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1 MENU Wheel [, +].. pg. 18
BRIGHT Wheel [, +]*1.. pg. 11 Speaker Volume Control [VOL.]*1. pg. 11 TRACKING Wheel [, +]. pg. Snapshot Button [SNAPSHOT]*2. pg. 12 5-Second Recording Button [5 SEC. REC]*3.. pg. Power Zoom Lever [T/W].. pg. Manual Focus Button [ FOCUS]. pg. 12 Time Base Corrector Button [TBC]. pg. S-Video Output Connectors [S]*2. pg. Audio Output Connector [A]. pg. Video Output Connector [V]. pg. Battery Release Switch [BATTERY RELEASE]. pg. DC IN Connector.. pg. Recording Start/Stop Button. pg. 11 ! Lock Button.. pg. 11 @ Power Switch [ , OFF, , ]. pg. 11 # Video Light Button [LIGHT]*2. pg. 13 $ POWER Lamp.. pg. 6 % Digital Effect Button [DIGIFECT]. pg. 24 ^ Programme AE Button [P.AE]. pg. 24 & Play/Pause Button. pg. 11 * Retake Forward Button [RETAKE F].. pg. 13 Fast-Forward Button [F]. pg. 11 ( EJECT Switch.. pg. 8 ) CHARGE Lamp... pg. 6 q REFRESH Button. pg. 6 NIGHT Button*2.. pg. 23 w Fade/Wipe Button [FADE/WIPE]. pg. 23 Counter Reset/Memory Button [COUNTER R/M].. pg. 14 e Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R]. pg. 13 Quick Review Button [ R].. pg. 13 Rewind Button [R].. pg. 11 r Stop Button [STOP].. pg. 11 Backlight Compensation Button [BACK LIGHT].. pg. 12 t Shoulder Strap Eyelets.. pg. 8 y Battery Pack Mount.. pg. 6 u Close Button... pg. 8 i Dioptre Adjustment Control. pg. 8 o Camera Sensor Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor necessary for shooting is built-in here. p Grip Strap.. pg. 8 Q Tripod Mounting Socket.. pg. 8

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-FXM39/FX15 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. FOCUS 4. appears. 1) Press 2) 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 3) 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.
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Video Light (GR-SXM49/SX25 only)
To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim. Pressing LIGHT # changes the Video Light mode sequentially as shown below.
OFF (no indication) AUTO ( ) ON ( )

Zooming

To produce the zoom in/out effect. Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom. Slide the Power Zoom Lever 3 towards T to zoom in, or W to zoom out. The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever 3, the quicker the zoom action. Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In this case, set the zoom while in Record Standby, lock the focus by using the manual focus ( pg. 12, Auto/Manual Focus), then zoom in or out in Record mode. The zoom level indicator O- moves during zoom. Once the zoom level indiator Oreaches the top, all magnification from that point is through digital processing. When using Digital Zoom, the quality of image may suffer. To deactivate Digital Zoom, set D.ZOOM ( pg. 20) to OFF in SYSTEM MENU. Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO ECHO mode ( pg. 24, Digital Effects) is activated.

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. It is recommended to set M.W.B. ( pg. 19) to in CAMERA MENU when you use the video light. ) does not blink Even if the battery indicator ( if the battery packs charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on. When the Video Light mode is set to AUTO: Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. Press LIGHT # repeatedly until ON or OFF is selected as required. While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode is engaged, the light is likely to stay on. While the Twilight mode is engaged, the light will not activate. ( pg. 24, Programme AE with Special Effects) DANGER The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time. When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects. Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

Quick Review

To check the end of the last recording. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode. 2) Press 2 e and release quickly. Tape is rewound for approx. 1 second and played back automatically, then pauses in RecordStandby mode for the next shot. Distortion may occur at the start of playback. This is normal.

Retake

To re-record certain segments. 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode. 2) Press and hold either RETAKE * or e to reach the start point for new recording. Pressing 3 * forwards the tape and pressing 2 e reverses it. 3) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 0 to start recording. Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake. This is normal.
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Tracking

Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen during playback. To activate Manual Tracking: 1) Press the TRACKING Wheel 1 for approx. 2 seconds. MT z appears. 2) Rotate the TRACKING Wheel 1 so that the noise bars disappear. To return to Auto Tracking, press the TRACKING Wheel 1 for approx. 2 seconds or set the Power again. AT z Switch @ to OFF and then blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears. When noise bars appear during playback, the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and AT z appears. Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders.

Counter Memory

Makes it easier to locate a specific tape segment. 1) Press COUNTER R/M w and hold for more than 1 second. The counter K resets to 0:00:00. 2) Press COUNTER R/M w for less than 1 second. M appears. 3) After recording or playback, press 5 r, then 2 e. The tape automatically stops at or close to 0:00:00. 4) Press 4/6 & to start playback. The counter memory functions in the FastForward and Rewind modes. To disable the counter memory function, press COUNTER R/M w for less than 1 second so that M disappears.

Playback Special Effects

TBC (Time Base Corrector)
Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes. To activate/release the TBC mode, press TBC 4 during playback for more than 1 second. When the TBC mode is activated, TBC G is displayed. The TBC indicator G 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 Still Playback or Shuttle Search ( pg. 11). If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on, turn off TBC.
Allows you to add creative effects to the playback image. ( pg. 24, Digital Effects) 1) Activate TBC and Auto Tracking. 2) Press DIGIFECT % repeatedly until the desired mode H appears. To cancel the effect, select OFF. NEGA POSI, MOSAIC and STRETCH are not available. Playback Special Effects do not work during Shuttle Search ( pg. 11). The selected effect mode cannot be changed during Still Playback ( pg. 11).
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Connections To A TV/VCR

1) Make sure all units are turned off. 2) Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR. If using both TV and VCR, connect the VCR output to the TV input. 3) Turn on all units. Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the TV to its VIDEO mode. Use the AC Adapter as the power supply. Be sure to 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. If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector, use the provided Cable Adapter. The S-Video cable connection can improve the dubbed picture quality. If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin connector, use a commercially available cable adapter with an S-Video connector (GR-SXM49/SX25 only).

Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles. 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. To set SIZE or SCROLL, 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-SXM49/SX25 only, pg. 12). S-VHS (S-VHS ET)
With some tapes, better picture quality may not be obtained even with S-VHS ET recording. It is recommended that you do test record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained. If the S-VHS ET mode or recording format is switched during recording, the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point. It is recommended that tapes recorded on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder. Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode can be played back not only on this camcorder but also on a Super VHS VCR. Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs. Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR. S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes. To avoid on-screen noise, do not perform Still Playback or Shuttle Search repeatedly. If the picture contains a lot of jitter or noise, use a cleaning cassette.
ON: With an S-VHS cassette, S appears and the camcorder records in S-VHS. With a VHS cassette, S-ET appears and the camcorder records with S-VHS picture quality, which is called Super VHS ET (Expansion Technology). S-VHS REC appears during recording. OFF: Records in VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette. 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.

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TAPE LENGTH

Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used: T30=30 minutes, T45=45 minutes, T50=50 minutes, T60=60 minutes. Tape remaining time W is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

INT. TIME

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 (Time-Lapse). REC MODE should be set to SP. (Please note that it is necessary to set the REC TIME (Animation) in the SYSTEM MENU before performing the INT. TIME (Time-Lapse) function.) Select the desired interval time and press the Recording Start/Stop Button 0. 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.

DISPLAY

FULL: Makes all of the indications appear on the LCD monitor*/viewfinder during playback or recording. SIMPLE: Makes the following indications disappear from the LCD monitor*/viewfinder during , tape remaining time, recording or playback: , tape length ( pg. 9, 17).

DATE/TIME DISP.

Makes the date/time appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor (set DATE/TIME in SYSTEM MENU first pg. 7). The selected display will be recorded. If you do not want to record the display, select OFF before shooting. In the AUTO DATE mode, the camcorder records the date for about 5 seconds when recording is initiated after the date is changed, a cassette is loaded, or AUTO DATE is selected. The date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded.
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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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.

LCD BRIGHT

(Applicable models only)
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.

DATE/TIME

Allows you to set the current date and time. ( pg. 7)
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ADVANCED FEATURES

Night-Scope (GR-SXM49/SX25 only)
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. 1) Set the Power Switch @ to or while pressing down the Lock Button ! located on the switch. 2) Press NIGHT q repeatedly until the desired mode appears. A NIGHT AUTO: The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (maximum 1/2 sec.). 1 NIGHT 20X (only when the Power Switch @ is set to ): The shutter speed is set to 2/5th of a second to provide 20 times the sensitivity. 2 NIGHT 50X (only when the Power Switch @ is set to ): The shutter speed is set to 1 second to provide 50 times the sensitivity. LIGHT (only when the Power Switch @ is set to ): The camcorders light is on and the shutter speed is automatically adjusted (maximum 1/2 sec.). To cancel the effect, press NIGHT q repeatedly until OFF appears. During Night-Scope, the following cannot be activated: Picture Stabiliser, Programme AE With Special Effects, Digital Effects and S.LX in SYSTEM MENU ( pg. 20). Night-Scope does not work when the Video Light mode is set to AUTO or ON ( pg. 13, Video Light). During Night-Scope, it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of a tripod is recommended.

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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before consulting your JVC dealer, please check the following to see if you can correct the problem yourself.
Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object. This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the back-ground 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. Coloured bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with highprecision 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 %.) Animation or Time-Lapse is not available. Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. Using the Fade-in function at this point is a good way to begin an animated programme ( pg. 21, REC TIME/INT. TIME in SYSTEM MENU). The tape is running, but there is no playback picture. The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel. If A/V connection is used, the TVs VIDEO/TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO.

Playback picture is blurred or interrupted. The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement. The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind. The Counter Memory Function has been activated ( pg. 14, Counter Memory). The date and time displays disappear. If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make sure to turn the camcorders power off before disconnecting the power source. The 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.
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 Adapter, etc.); and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

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.