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JVC GC-FM2 Camcorder User Manual

1. OFF in step 2 Playback Special Effects do not work during shuttle search The selected effect mode cannot be changed during still playback For other notes gt pg 42 I Zen PLAYBACK Connections And Tape Dubbing These are some basic types of connections When making the connections refer also to your V R and TV instruction manuals A Connection to a TV or V R equipped with an S VIDEO IN and A V input connectors GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only Use optional S Video and Audio cables To TV or VCR To S Video S Video cable To S Video Input optional Output To Audio Audio cable To Audio Input optional Output Connector cover When connecting the cables open this cover B Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A V input connectors Use optional Video and Audio cables To TV or VCR To Audio Audio cable optional To Video Video cable To Video Input optional Output Connector cover When connecting the cables open this cover SS END Basic Connections 7 Make sure all units are turned off 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration C pg 32 If using a VCR go to step 3 If not go to step 4 3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input referring to your V RS instruction manual 4 Turn on the camcorder the VCR and the TV Set the VCR to its AUX input mode and set the TV to its VIDEO mod
2. Rewind Button R ooonnnrnnrnnnnvnnnne CF pg 30 Q Play Pause Button rervrrvrnvrnvrnrenrevnrnen CF pg 30 G e Retake Forward Button RETAKE F C7 pg 17 e Fast Forward Button F neeese CF pg 30 6 Fade Wipe Button FADE WIPE IF pg 19 e Counter Reset Memory Button COUNTER R M ervosersvrrsvrvsrvserssesns CF pg 31 Q Program AE Button P AE ccceeeee CF pg 20 Digital Effect Button DIGIFECT CF pg 21 9 NIGHT ALIVE Button GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only pg 18 REFRESH BUTON sxzaces lt ccodscescansuseousdacaceures CF pg 6 i DECT S t wis oxcutsctsendcatieihenidseatates CF pg 13 Pee CF pg 13 3 MENU Wheel mernnrerrnrovonrevenrnnne IF pg 22 e BRIGHT Wheel models equipped with LCD monitor only cessssecaressnenntones CF pg 14 30 e TRACKING Wheel 0 0 eeeeeeee CF pg 31 e Snapshot Button SNAPSHOT GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only F pg 18 e 5 Second Recording Button 5 SEC REC GR SXM247UM SX877UM AX777UM Only ossessi CF pg 17 5 Power Zoom Lever T W nenvrvrnenee CF pg 16 e Speaker Volume Control VOL models equipped with LCD monitor only uer CF pg 30 e Picture Stabilizer Button P STABILIZER ccc ee eee eeeceecce eens ees r pg 16 e Time Base Corrector Button TBC I gt pg 31 17 Power Switch GH OFF B M oe IF pg 14 30 Recording Start Stop Button CF pg 14 Battery
3. SPECIFICATIONS Zen Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact VHS camcorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product Using This Instruction Manual e All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover e Notes appear after most subsections Be sure to read these as well e Basic and advanced features operation are separated for easier reference It is recommended that you refer to the Index pgs 43 47 and familiarize yourself with button locations etc before use read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of this product SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING NOTES The rating plate serial number plate and safety TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE caution are on the bottom and or the back of OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO a NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS yee es de and Gp the TO RAIN OR MOISTURE apter are on its upper and lower sides CAUTIONS This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC type color television signals It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard However live recording and LCD monitor viewfinder playback are possible anywhere Use the JVC BN V11U V12U V20U V400U battery packs and to recharge them or to supply power to the camco
4. Zoom Indicator Bat sarissa CF pg 16 Zoom Level Indicator Approximate Zoom Ratio Recording Indicator soorrnornrnvonrnsrnenne CF pg 14 11 Picture Stabilizer Indicator orrvvvrrrrnne CF pg 16 2 e Interval Time Recording Time Le es EE pg 26 37 e 5 Sec Rec Mode Indicator GR SXM247UM SX877UM AX777UM Only ssescssssessesssevecesseeeeeee IF pe 17 3 Bright Level Indicator models equipped with LCD monitor only CF pg 14 Instant Title Display rrrrrrrrrrororrornrnn IF pg 25 15 Date Time Display rrrrrvrnrrnronrenrenrnnrn IF pg 25 Focus 11165100 NE IF pg 28 7 Exposure Control Level Counter CF pg 27 White Balance Mode Indicator CF pg 29 S VHS S VHS ET Recording Indicator GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only rrrrrnnrerrr CF pg 10 Record Standby Mode Indicator CF pg 14 me end Indications During Playback DA Cassette Indicator Displayed when a tape is loaded e Insert Editing Indicator CF pg 38 Displayed during Insert Editing 2 TBC Indicator rorrororvorrrrorrenrrvonrenenrenn CF pg 31 4 Recording Format Indicator S S ET GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only eeee CF pg 10 Oy ee RER IF pg 31 38 6 Recording Mode Indicator SP EP CF pg 12 Tape Running Indicator gt Playback gt gt Fast Forward Shuttle Search 4a Rewind Shuttle Search
5. and the LCD Power Toons monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more the Lever VOL LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power models equipped with LCD monitor only The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder with the LCD monitor shut on the LCD monitor or on a connected TV F pg 32 33 Models equipped with LCD monitor only Speaker amp You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor with it flipped over and retracted models a k equipped with LCD monitor only f a blank portion on the tape is played back the screen Models equipped with LCD monitor only may become black This is not a malfunction LCD Monitor Brightness Adjustment models equipped with LCD monitor only Rotate the BRIGHT Wheel 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 lt gt 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 the volume The Speaker Volume Indicator is displayed under the Date Time Display when you play back images recorded in Wide Mode F pg 23 Still Playback Pauses during playback 1 Press I during playback 2 To resume normal playback press P Il again amp Noi
6. Advanced Features cont E Animation Before performing the following steps make sure that You can shoot a series of pictures each slightly different The Power Switch isxcito mi of the same object for a brief period of time The camcorder is in the Record Standby mode The recording mode is set to SP Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU Rotate the MENU Wheel to select NEXT and press it to display the next page Then rotate the MENU Wheel to select REC TIME and press it The REC TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired recording time then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on gt RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in again to close the Menu Screen MENU Wheel Press the Recording Start Stop Button after focusing on the subject The recording stops automatically after the selected period of time e Repeat step 4 for the desired number of pictures Recording Start Stop Button Display REC TIME BE Le Menu To release the Animation mode set REC TIME in the Menu screen to OFF Time Lapse INT TIME INT TIME Menu 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 Set REC TIME IF step 1 and 2
7. M 0 12 34 3 Playback Special Effect Indicator GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only CF pg 31 VOLUME H Hi Pause amp Audio Dubbing Go Tracking Indicator sarisini CF pg 31 8 Tape Counter sirsie CF pg 38 Displayed only during Insert Editing e BRIGHT Bright Level Indicator models equipped with LCD monitor only CF pg 30 e VOLUME Speaker Volume Indicator models Warning Indications equipped with LCD monitor only CF pg 30 Displays the battery remaining power Remaining power level high It does not necessarily mean that the battery pack is fully charged _ maj ua mj O Remaining power level wd e As the battery power comes close to nil the battery indicator A 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 CF pg 13 TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording playback or fast forward CF pg 42 LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached l These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs In this case CONDENSATION 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 OPERATION PAUSED clea
8. Night Alive cr sxm747um sxm347UM only Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting Although the recorded image is not grainy it may look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter speed 1 Set the Power Switch to D or M Press NIGHT ALIVE repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains The mode is activated To cancel the effect press NIGHT ALIVE repeatedly until OFF appears OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds G NIGHT AUTO The shutter speed is automatically adjusted maximum 1 6 sec 4 1 NIGHT 10X The shutter speed is set to 1 6th of a second to provide 10 times the sensitivity 2 NIGHT 60X The shutter speed is set to I second to provide 60 times the sensitivity Appears when the Power Switch is set to M me 19 FADE WIPE jo Fade Wipe Effects A 9 Q000 lt lt r gt a These effects let you make pro style scene transitions Fade or wipe in works at recording start and fade or wipe out works at recording end Set the Power Switch to M Press FADE WIPE repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains HE The effect is reserved Press the Recordin
9. ONS EXIT 7 Set the Power Switch to M Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select DATE TIME DISP and press it The DATE TIME DISP Menu appears then press it The desired mode is activated gt RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen NOTES DISPLAY The selected display can be recorded f you do not want to record the display select the OFF mode before shooting AUTO DATE amp Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations e After changing the date e After loading a cassette e After Auto Date Record mode is selected by rotating the MENU Wheel In this mode the date is replaced after 5 seconds with AUTO DATE but this is not recorded 7 Set the Power Switch to M Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears it The TITLE Menu appears then press it The desired mode is activated gt RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen NOTE The selected title will remain until OFF is selected in the TITLE Menu Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired mode The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on Rotate the MENU Wheel to select TITLE and press Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired mode The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on ENZO 96 RECORDING
10. RETURN 4 Press the MENU Wheel in again to close the Menu Screen MENU Wheel White paper Power Switch To Change The Tint For Recording in step 2 substitute colored paper for white The white balance is adjusted based on the color changing the tint Red paper deeper green blue paper orange yellow paper deeper purple NOTES In step 2 it may be difficult to focus on the white paper In such a case adjust focus manually KF pg 28 A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors natural flourescent candlelight etc Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings Use this function for a more natural result amp Once you adjust white balance manually the setting is retained even if the power is turned off or the battery removed je 7 Load a tape C pg 13 Set the Power Switch to m amp Stop MI Button To start playback press I o e To stop playback press W 0 Rewind lt 44 Button e Press lt lt to rewind or gt gt to fast forward the tape p during Stop mode p Play Pause II Button m NOTES Fast Forward PP Button The camcorder shuts off automatically after about y 5 minutes in Stop mode To turn on again set the Power BRIGHT Wheel Switch to OFF then to GN When the Power Switch is set to GEM
11. RM V71 ta GR SXM747UM i SXM347UM SX877UM only e AAA R03 Battery x 2 for Remote Control Unit e Shoulder Strap GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SX877UM only e AA R6 Battery e Lens Cap for Cassette Adapter How To Attach The Lens Cap To protect the lens attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in the illustration END Orn Hook on Power This camcorder s 2 way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Make sure the battery pack is attached to the camcorder Hook its end to the camcorder 1 and push the battery in until it locks in place e If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position a malfunction may occur 1 BATTERY RELEASE Switch i REFRESH Lamp 6f Set the Power Switch to OFF Connect the AC Adapter to the camcorder 3 REFRESH Button GOO lt lt r gt J a Gale Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet The CHARGE lamp on the camcorder blinks to CHARGE Lam indicate charging has started 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 and pull out the battery pack NOTES During charging or discharging the camcorder c
12. Release Switch BATTERY RELEASE civccassanecnaremeecosassnaye CF pg 6 Diopter Adjustment Control sorvrnrnen CF pg 8 EN 45 The connectors to are located beneath the cover S Video Output Connector S GR SXM747UM SXM347UM Connectors SXM247UM SX877UM only eee IF pg 32 Audio Output Connector A 6 IF pg 32 Video Output Connector V ce IF pg 32 DC IN Connector rnrrrnarravrrnrnrrversenn IF pg 6 7 Indicators CHARGE Laastad CF pg 6 Power Lamp ccccsccseessesseeseeeceseeseens CF pg 14 REFRESH Lamp nnise CF pg 6 Other Parts LCD Monitor models equipped with LCD monitor only 0 CF pg 14 15 HJ Shoulder Strap Eyelets sorvrrrorrenrenrnnn CF pg 8 E Eyepiece EX Battery Pack Mount emenrrvrevrovonrennrvernen CF pg 6 Eil Viewfinder rornonronrnnrorrrnrrnnrnansnnrenernnn CF pg 8 EA Speaker models equipped with LCD monitor only rrrnorernnnrnnnre CF pg 30 EE Camera sensor Be careful not to cover this area a sensor necessary for shooting is built in here e Remote Sensor GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SNOT 7 UM OMI anden CF pg 36 BLU Giri Str JE CF pg 8 EA Microphone u cccccecccseescesceseeseeeeeeees CF pg 39 Ed Video Light GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only eeee IF pg 17 Tripod Mounting Socket rrnrnrnnrrvrrnnnrnn CF pg 8 406 en Indications During Recording 120MIN REC
13. SP gt gt gt x1 NIGHT 10x 5 Oe e O S VHS REC MWB 3 O PAUSE I D O5MIN AR leat 2S i INDEX indications o settee 02 1X CONGRATULAT I ONS DEG 25 01 AM 11 45 18 Tape Remaining Time errnovrovovrrvenrnn CF pg 42 Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end 2 Recording Mode Indicator SP EP IF pg 12 3 Digital Effect Indicator scesa IF pg 21 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when the Digital Effect is switched from one mode to another by pressing DIGIFECT then only the indicator remains at 3 Program AE ee ee IF pg 20 Displayed at 3 for approx 2 seconds when Program AE with special effects is switched from one mode to another by pressing P AE then only the indicator remains at e Night Alive Indicator GR SXM747UM SAMA47 UM ONIY seisesricsecereariyetis CF pg 18 Displayed at for approx 2 seconds when Night Alive is switched from one mode to another by pressing NIGHT ALIVE then only the indicator remains at 3 0 Fade Wipe Standby Indicator CF 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 10 4 Recording Format Indicator S S ET GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only eeee CF pg 10 Tape Length Indicator ororrorrrronrrnennr CF pg 12 8
14. Weight Approx 910 g 2 0 lbs Output GR SXM747UM only Dimensions Approx 900 g 2 0 Ibs W x Hx D GR SXM347UM SXM247UM Weight only Approx 730 g 1 6 lbs GR SX877UM only Approx 720 g 1 6 lbs GR AX777UM only Battery Packs BN V12U BN V20U BN V400U Dimensions 206 mm x 112 mmx 118 mm e A V Audio Video Cable WxHxD 8 1 8 x 4 7 16 x 4 11 16 e S Video Cable QAM0004 004 GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM only 206 mm x 112 mmx 115 mm 8 1 8 x 4 7 16 x 4 9 16 GR SX877UM AX777UM only with the LCD monitor closed and with the viewfinder full tilted downward Models equipped with LCD monitor only e Compact S VHS S VHS H Cassettes ST C 40 30 20 e Compact VHS VHS H Cassettes TC 40 30 20 e Active Carrying Bag CB V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice u DODDO VND NV NNN AS yya ss JNNON EEE z cctc z lt JVC VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED Printed in Japan COPYRIGHTO 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD Q 1100MKV kK UN KYP
15. approx 2 seconds Ld SEPIA Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old photos Combine this with the WIDE mode pg 22 23 fora classic look B W MONOTONE Like black and white films your footage is shot in B W Combine this with the WIDE mode F pg 22 23 fora classic look 04 NEGA POSI The colors of a picture are reversed Ee MOSAIC Turns recorded scenes into a mosaic pattern STRETCH Doubles the width of the picture horizontally gt S 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 Nl 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 GR SXM747 UM SXM347UM only l MENU Wheel Power Switch Display mH CAMERA MENU E Menu Screen FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO Ma SYSTEM MENU E ng XT SP 50x OFF S VHS ON TAPE LENGTH T30 RETURN REC MODE Setting Menu ex REC MODE EP 50x OFF S VHS ON TAPE LENGTH T30 DISPLAY FULL RETURN int Normal Screen F RECORDING Advanced Feat Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy to use on screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings 1 Set the P
16. battery pack be sure to read the following cautions 1 Ze To avoid hazard do not burn do not short circuit the terminals do not modify or disassemble use only specified chargers Terminals To prevent damage and prolong service life do not subject to unnecessary shock avoid repeated charging without fully discharg ing Charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below This is a chemical reaction type battery cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging store in a cool dry place Extended exposure to high temperatures will increase natural discharge and shorten service life avoid prolonged uncharged storage remove from charger or powered unit when not in use as some machines use current even when switched off NOTES It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after charging or after use Temperature Range Specifications CHASING vassere 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F Operation 4 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F 10102 1 10 C to 30 C 14 F to 86 F Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20 C 68 F The lower the temperature the longer recharging takes me n49 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
17. detaching the power source make C pg 6 sure that the camcorder s power is turned off Failure to do so can result in a Approximate recording time unit min Battery pack LCD monitor on camcorder malfunction e BN V11U 95 Charge marker 50 a A charge marker is provided on the battery pack to help you BN V12U 95 remember whether it has been optional 50 charged or not Two colors are provided red and black you e choose which one means P charged and which means BN V400U discharged optional When using models equipped with LCD monitor 2 When using GR SX877UM AX777UM when the video light is on GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only NOTES amp Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions e Zoom or Record Standby mode is engaged repeatedly e The LCD monitor is used repeatedly models equipped with LCD monitor only amp Before extended use it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned shooting time USING AC POWER Use the AC Adapter connect as shown in the illustration NOTES The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V amp For other notes gt pg 42 To DC IN connector To AC outlet GETTING STARTED cont Grip Adjustment Power Zoom Lever 1 Separate the Velcro strip Recording Start Stop Button Pass your
18. display the next page Power Switch Rotate the MENU Wheel to select DATE TIME and Displa pe press it The DATE TIME Menu appears fe CAMERA MENU Hil Menu Screen gt TO SYSTEM MENU FOCUS AUTO EXPOSURE AUTO M W B AUTO To set YEAR MONTH DAY or TIME hour minute rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired item and press it When the setting begins blinking rotate the MENU Wheel until the correct setting appears and then press it The setting stops blinking Mam SYSTEM MENU E gt NEXT REC MODE SP When none of these settings YEAR MONTH D ZOOM 50x DAY TIME blinks rotate the MENU Wheel to select EXIT and press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Mam SYSTEM MENU E gt TO CAMERA MENU REC TIME INT TIME TELE MACRO TITLE LANG ENGLISH DATE TIME DEMO MODE OFF NOTE To display the date and time in the camcorders display and on a connected TV see Date Time Insert F pg 25 7 Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen RETURN DATE TIME DATE TIME Menu 12 hour indication with AM or PM For other notes gt pg 42 GETTING STARTED cont Recording Format Setting GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only Set the recording format according to the format of the tape used or type of recording you wish to perform Set the Power Switch to M The power lam
19. ees pg 20 Erase PROTECTION sieisen asie eea pg 13 Exposure CON kvad pg 27 BF Fade 9 OT EE RE EE EE pg 19 Fast Forward os pg 30 ee REE EE ENE pg 30 5 Second Recording Mode sssnvevnvnnnnnvennvevsennnvnseesen pg 17 G Grip Adjustment aacasciGiaetrescecesensenarrasyeaemmcacscdnonaetians pg 8 H High Speed Shutter Mode Luer pg 20 E sert dg EE ER pg 38 Fl vvs pg 25 Journalistic Shooting savn pg 15 Lo LCD monitor Viewfinder Indications 6 pg 46 47 UT pg 13 M gt Manual FOCUS EEE pg 28 MENU STEEN secede saad vewnsdteuadte stand veniceeaeeadsideseuude pg 22 24 Monotone Effect saadan S eg pg 21 ND Efect ModE EE seaetiated pg 20 Nega Posi Mode arcicestevscienuvamnniddiversisamseztasesseoolvende pg 21 Pee EN pg 18 PB Picture Stabilizer ets scsenipesacnsvaserasescresenscaceaniesrecaueess pg 16 PIGS 10 EE pg 30 Playback Special Effects vasene pg 31 Playpack Neve pg 37 FT pg 14 Program AE With Special Effects erorrrnnrnorvvrrnnnnee pg 20 Provided Accessories sueraase esse pg 4 ENGE sestersaperunsstaunerenssosdaveiiratannwincapvecescvausurs pg 17 RE Recording Advanced Features cccceeseeees pg 18 29 Recording AN pg 14 15 Recording Format scaccsverentcecsiditrennnsevietasseateanenesaneiwads pg 10 FM pg 12 Record Standby red pg 14 FL pg 35 RETAKE REE EE EN EES pg 17 Rewind The Tape cc cnsasicekvaters vitaweracnteacseunetinrecsnenasens pg 30 So Se
20. momentarily canceled but then resumes returning magnification 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 18 5S and no indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 5 on pg 26 Animation press REC TIME on the remote control until the Recording Time indicator disappears Time Lapse 1 Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg 26 Time Lapse press REC TIME and INT 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 18 5S and no indication off Each time INT TIME is pressed the Interval Time indicator appears changing in the following order 15S 30S 1MIN 5MIN and no indication off 2 Release Instead of using the Menu in step 4 on pg 26 Time Lapse press REC TIME and INT TIME on the remote control until the indicators disappear NOTE Also refer to pg 26 COUNTER R M Button JO ai GOO a o TT e UO Power Switch Display La insert editing indicator M 0 12 34 Tape Counter ead ST
21. more professional color tint reproduction 7 Set the Power Switch to M Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select M W B then press it The M W B Menu appears 4 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired setting AUTO White balance is adjusted automatically factory preset FINE Outdoors on a sunny day oe CLOUD Outdoors on a cloudy day HALOGEN A video light or similar type of lighting is used MWB White balance is set manually 5 Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in again to close the Menu Screen To Return To Automatic White Balance select AUTO in step 4 Or set the Power Switch to BY NOTE White balance cannot be used when the SEPIA or MONOTONE mode pg 21 is activated N29 Manual White Balance Operation Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under various types of lighting 7 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 the MENU Wheel in until MWB begins BE blinking When the setting is completed MWB stops blinking and the Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on B
22. not operative O It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working O 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 O If the playback picture is distorted when TBC is set to on turn off TBC INDEX Terms n A N GEN 1 area a eae mer EE nee E pg 6 7 Animation Recording suveresesen dtjvi pg 26 37 ID pg 39 Auto Date Record LuvssusgseeanGmkksdaoa pg 25 AUTOFOCUS vartet Ge kikinrsse pg 28 NN pg 30 42 i Battery ao SEE EE pg 6 7 48 Brighten The Image 4v r rrrre se pg 27 Brighten The LCD Monitor ssssssssssssssesssssresssseresssesee pg 14 C gt Cassette Adapter roonrorrrnnnonrvverennnvnnevssnennevevevsnnensse pg 34 Charge Marker NT EE pg 7 Charging The Battery Pack sicscccssasssavesnsneincasanwertserdiees pg 6 NNN pg 21 Clean The Camcorder area pg 50 Connection To A VCRAV serveren pg 32 CONTENTS as baccieainveos reren EEEE EEEE TEER cover page Counter MEMOLY sccccssteanastensasdecceaccetheeeetencceetietattenes pg 31 D gt Darken The Image re pg 27 Darken The LCD Monitor sagnene pg 14 Date Time Display EE EEE pg 25 Date Time Settings em pg 9 Demonstration Mode EE pg 4 24 Digital Effects EN pg 21 Digtal ZOON ee EE pg 23 Diopter Adjustment erorrnnnnvnvnvrnnnnvnnnvensnnrnnnerssnnnnesenee pg 8 E Electronic Fog Filter MOG Ca ccicsnsessvyussysecncesenddcdesnena
23. of Animation above Rotate the MENU Wheel to select INT TIME and press it The INT TIME Menu appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired interval time then Taal press it The Menu Screen reappears with the 5158 highlight bar on RETURN Press the MENU 1S Wheel in again to close the Menu Screen LT recording time EEE EE indicator Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording and intervals alternate automatically To release the Time Lapse mode when BEC is not displayed press the Recording Start Stop Button to display PAUSE gt then set REC TIME and INT TIME in the Menu Screen to OFF NOTES for Animation and Time Lapse For best results make sure the camcorder is secured when shooting in Animation or Time Lapse mode Fade or wipe in out cannot be performed during Animation or Time Lapse shooting amp Before performing other operations following Animation or Time Lapse recording make sure the Animation or Time Lapse mode is deactivated Animation and Time Lapse are canceled when the power is shut off or when the cassette is ejected me N2 Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best ee D I available picture quality but you can override it and make the adjustment manually Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations e When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background i
24. 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 won t be subject to unnecessary shock or vibration where they won t be exposed to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by motors transformers or magnets vertically in their original cases Main Unit 1 For safety DO NOT open the camcorder s chassis disassemble or modify the unit short circuit the terminals of the battery pack Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use allow inflammables water or metallic objects to enter the unit remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on leave the battery pack attached when the camcorder is not in use 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 ge
25. right hand through the loop and grasp the grip Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever Refasten the Velcro strip Viewfinder Adjustment 7 Set the Power Switch to BY or M 2 Adjust the viewfinder manually for best viewability Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused Set to EY or di M Shoulder Strap Attachment 7 Following the illustration thread the strap through the eyelet Q 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 8 making sure the strap is not twisted 2 Adjust as shown in the illustration 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 CAUTION When using a tripod be sure to open and extend its legs fully to Stabilize the camcorder To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over do not use a small sized tripod SS nD MENU Wheel Date Time Settings Set the Power Switch to M The power lamp comes on Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU Rotate the MENU Wheel to select NEXT and press it to
26. starts Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the demonstration temporarily If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume NOTE When a tape whose Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording is loaded in the camcorder demonstration is not available S VHS ET is displayed when a VHS cassette is loaded and S VHS is displayed when an S VHS cassette is loaded pg 10 If a cassette is not loaded S VHS will be displayed in the Menu Screen S VHS ET is preset to OFF Models equipped with LCD monitor only ae Factory preset Date Time Insert Allows you to display the date and time in the camcorder or on a connected color monitor as well as to record them manually or automatically You should have already performed the Date Time Setting procedure CF pg 9 MENU Wheel Power Switch DEC 25 01 AUTO DATE DEC 25 01 DATE AM 10 25 00 TIME DEC 25 01 AM 10 25 00 DATE TIME 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 Spanish and Portuguese Change the setting in TITLE LANG in SYSTEM MENU F pg 24 TITLE O HAPPY BIRTHDAY OUR VACATION MERRY CHRISTMAS A SPECIAL DAY HAPPY HOLIDAYS OUR NEW BABY WEDDING DAY CONGRATULAT I
27. ART STOP PLAY FF rewa STOP Gc _A DUB INSERT ONTROL UNIT GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SX87 UM only cont Insert Editing You can record a new scene onto a previously recorded tape replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in and out points The original audio remains unchanged NOTE Use the remote control unit to perform this procedure 1 Set the Power Switch to id Play back the tape locate the Edit Out point and press PAUSE Press and hold COUNTER R M on the camcorder for more than 1 second to reset the tape counter then press it again for less than 1 second so that M appears Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene you want to replace press PLAY to view the recorded tape and press PAUSE exactly at the Edit In point where the new scene should start Press and hold INSERT and without releasing INSERT press and release PAUSE on the Remote Control 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 To begin Insert Editing press START STOP When the counter reaches 0 00 00 editing stops automati cally and the camcorder enters the Insert Pause mode 7 To end Insert Editing press STOP NOTES During Insert Editing the original audio will be heard from the speaker After step 5 Retake pg 17 can be
28. JVC COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR SXM747UM GR SXM347UM GR SXM247UM GR SX877UM GR AX777UM S VHS H Super VHS Super VHS ET S VHS is compatible with GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 3 AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION 4 PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED 6 13 RECORDING Basic Recording 00006 14 Basic Features 2 000 16 Zooming Picture Stabilizer 5 Sec Recording Quick Review Retake Video Light Advanced Features 18 Snapshot Night Alive Fade Wipe Effects Program AE With Special Effects Digital Effects Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment Date Time Insert Instant Titles Animation Time Lapse Exposure Control Focusing White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation PLAYBACK Basic Playback 00006 30 EE 31 Connections And Tape Dubbing 32 Using The Cassette Adapter 34 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SX877UM only 35 39 Playback Zoom 000006 37 Animation And Time Lapse 37 Insert Editing ooorrrnnnnvrrrr 38 Audio Dubbing 0 39 TROUBLESHOOTING 40 41 DETAILS 42 INDEX 43 47 MOINS osori eeren nepereina 43 Controls Connectors And Indicators 44 Indications ccssseeeeeeees 46 CAUTIONS
29. PSHOT Button GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only Power Switch NOTES After SNAPSHOT is pressed there is a momentary camera shutter type blackout together with the sound effect of a shutter closing which is recorded together with the image Snapshot is available during playback as well However the shutter sound is not heard NIGHT ALIVE Button GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only 8 5000 iA 33 SS a Power Switch NOTES During Night Alive the following functions or settings cannot be activated e Picture Stabilizer lt gt pg 16 Program AE With Special Effects KF pg 20 and Digital Effects 7 pg 21 e S LX in CAMERA MENU CF pg 23 e Night Alive does not work when LIGHT OFF AUTO ON is set to AUTO or ON KF pg 17 During Night Alive it may be difficult to bring the camcorder into focus To prevent this use of a tripod is recommended RECORDING Advanced Features Snapshot Gr sxm747UM SXM347UM only Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot or several of them in succession 7 Set the Power Switch to GY or M Press SNAPSHOT If you press during Record Standby a Still image will be recorded for approx 6 seconds then the camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode If you press during Recording a still image will be recorded for approx 6 seconds then the normal recording resumes
30. R using a compact cassette and the adapter cover the adapter s recording safety hole with adhesive tape USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Grsxm74 NOD The Full Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations Playback Stop Pause Fast Forward and Rewind of your VCR Functions Buttons With the camcorder s Power Switch set With the camcorder s Power Switch to Md Al or Md M set to Md Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal transmitting window ZOOM T W Buttons Zoom in out pg 16 Zoom in out pg 37 PLAY Button OY Playback star er pg 30 O REW Button Retake rewind Quick Review Rewind Reverse Shuttle Search F pg 17 F pg 30 INSERT Button I Insert Editing pg 38 REC TIME Button Animation Time Lapse F pg 37 ANIM Button START STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start Stop Button on the camcorder FF Button Retake forward F pg 17 Fast Forward Forward Shuttle Search pg 30 PAUSE Button Pause pg 30 A DUB Button Audio dubbing pg 39 INT TIME Button Time Lapse I pg 37 SELF TIMER Button This function is unavailable with this camcorder 3 6 EN SONTROL UNIT Gr SxM7470M 5XM347UM 5X877UM only cont Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two AAA R03 size batteries See General Battery Precautions gt pg 48 Open the batter
31. Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select FOCUS and press it The FOCUS Menu appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select MANU then press it The Menu Screen disappears and ak and amp appear The focus is locked at this point To focus on a farther subject rotate the MENU Wheel upward 4 appears and blinks To focus on a nearer subject rotate the MENU Wheel downward appears and blinks Press the MENU Wheel in The setting is complete The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on P RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen disappears and M reappears to indicate the focus is locked amp To re adjust Manual Focus repeat the procedure from step 2 amp Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode If you focus in on a certain subject in the wide angle position sharply focused images cannot be obtained when zoomed in because the depth of field is reduced at longer focal lengths When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer ik or amp will blink White Balance Adjustment A term that refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting If the white balance is correct all other colors will be accurately reproduced The white balance is usually adjusted automatically However more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a
32. Setting pg 12 amp Jape Length Setting I gt pg 12 amp Grip Adjustment F pg 8 Viewfinder Adjustment F pg 8 Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder 1 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked models equipped with LCD monitor only Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it Set the Power Switch to GY or M The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed in the viewfinder Press the Recording Start Stop Button BEC appears in the viewfinder while recording is in progress To Stop Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Record Standby mode Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor models equipped with LCD monitor only Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open Press in the tabs on the lens cap to remove it Set the Power Switch to BY or M The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record Standby mode PAUSE is displayed in the LCD monitor Tilt the LCD monitor upward downward for best viewability and press the Recording Start Stop Button REC appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress NOTE When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight the LCD monitor may be difficult to see If this happens use the viewfinder instead To Stop Recording press the Recording Start Stop Button The camcorder re enters the Rec
33. a VHS or S VHS cassette pg 10 S VHS ET GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM Records in VHS on a VHS or S VHS cassette pg 10 SX877UM only TAPE LENGTH Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used F pg 12 DISPLAY FULL Make all of the indications appear on the LCD monitor viewfinder during playback or recording SIMPLE Make the following indications disappear from the LCD monitor viewfinder during recording or playback cassette warning tape remaining time battery pack remaining power indicator and tape length indicator lt pg 46 47 REC TIME Refer to Animation and Time Lapse I gt pg 26 INT TIME Refer to Time Lapse C7 pg 26 TELE MACRO Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the zoom magnification Unless there is a distance of more than 1 m 3 25 ft to the subject the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting When set to ON you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx 60 cm 23 5 8 e Depending on the zoom position the lens may go out of focus TITLE LANG Allows you to select the language ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH or PORTUGUESE of Instant Titles C pg 25 DATE TIME Allows you to set the current date and time lt gt pg 9 DEMO MODE Demonstrates certain functions automatically When DEMO MODE is set to ON and the Menu Screen is closed the demonstration
34. activate Digital Zoom set D ZOOM to OFF in SYSTEM MENU F pg 23 Digital zoom cannot be used when the VIDEO ECHO mode gt pg 21 is activated GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only Picture Stabilizers To compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake particularly at high magnification 1 Press P STABILIZER QQ appears 2 To switch off the Picture Stabilizer press P STABILIZER The indicator disappears Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or under the following conditions e When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes e When shooting dark or dim subjects e When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting e When shooting scenes with movement in various directions e When shooting scenes with low contrast backgrounds e Switch off the Picture Stabilizer when recording with the camcorder on a tripod The QQ indicator appears blinking if the Stabilizer cannot be used This function cannot be activated during the Night Alive lt pg 18 CLASSIC FILM STROBE and VIDEO ECHO mode F pg 21 GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only 5Sec Rec 5 Sec Recording GR SXM247UM SX877UM AX777UM only To record a scene for 5 seconds providing quick scene transitions like those seen in TV programs 1 Make sure the recording mode is set to SP 2 During Record Standby press 5SEC REC fm 5S appears and 5Se
35. annot 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 In this case remove the battery pack from the camcorder then try charging again f the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged the battery is worn out and needs h be pee purchase AG Using the optional AA V15 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 connector To AC outlet REFRESH Charging a battery with some charge remaining reduces that battery s capacity Perform the procedure below to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging 1 Perform steps 1 through 3 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK 2 Press REFRESH on the camcorder for over 2 seconds The REFRESH lamp on the camcorder blinks to indicate discharging has started 3 When discharging is finished charging automatically starts and the CHARGE lamp blinks When you are not using a battery pack for a long period of time be sure to fully discharge it before storing because leaving a battery with some charge left over also reduces performance For other notes gt pg 42 me en USING THE BATTERY PACK ATTENTION Perform step 1 of CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Before
36. appears Select SP or EP by rotating the MENU Wheel and press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen e EP Extended Play is more economical providing three times the recording time NOTE If the recording mode is switched during recording the playback picture will be blurred at the switching point Tape Length Setting Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used 7 Perform steps 1 through 3 above Rotate the MENU Wheel to select TAPE LENGTH then press it The TAPE LENGTH Menu appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the correct tape length setting e 20 20 minutes e 130 30 minutes e 135 35 minutes e 140 40 minutes in SP Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on B RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen NOTE The tape remaining time CF pg 14 is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected 4 me nls EJECT Switch Loading Unloading A Cassette Cassette holder Open the LCD monitor fully models equipped with LCD monitor only Slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens Do not use force to open Insert or remove a cassette When inserting make sure the label is facing outward m Press the Close button to close the cassette holder until it locks into place C lse Button Close the LCD m
37. been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 4 en O AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION Automatic Demonstration takes place when DEMO MODE is set to ON factory preset m Available when the Power Switch is set to EY or M m Operating the Power Zoom Lever during the demonstration stops the VAL AAS demonstration temporarily If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for OFF more than 1 minute after that the demonstration will resume ON m DEMO MODE remains ON even if the camcorder power is turned off m Jo cancel Automatic Demonstration set the Power Switch to M and press the MENU Wheel in while the demo is in progress This takes you directly to the demo mode s Setting Menu so you will not have to go through the main Menu Screen Rotate the MENU Wheel to select Den Meny 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 f you do not detach the Lens Cap you cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or viewfinder PROVIDED ACCESSORIES e AC Adapter K e Cassette Adapter AP V10U N ST VHS Playpak C P7U e Remote Control Unit
38. c Rec is reserved 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts and after 5 second recording is finished the camcorder reenters the Record Standby mode automatically 4 To cancel the 5Sec Rec function press 5SEC REC again so that fm 5S disappears Fade Wipe I pg 19 cannot be activated by pressing 5SEC REC Quick Reviews To check the end of the last recording 1 Make sure the camcorder is in the Record Standby mode 2 Press lt lt and release quickly Tape is rewound for approx 2 seconds and played back automatically then pauses in Record Standby 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 to reach the start point for new recording Pressing PP forwards the tape and pressing lt 4 reverses it 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording amp Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Retake This is normal Video Light GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim 1 Set LIGHT OFF AUTO ON as required OFF Turns off the light AUTO Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on Th
39. camcorder but also on another VHS VCR equipped with S VHS ET It is recommended to specifically label S VHS ET recordings so you can easily distinguish them from regular VHS recordings m S VHS ET does not work with S VHS tapes m 7o avoid on screen noise do not perform Still Playback or Shuttle Search repeatedly m f the picture contains a lot of jitter or noise use a cleaning cassette Compatibility Between S VHS And VHS Recording aus Playback memme Blank tape Camcorder Recorded tape Cassette adapter S VHS VCR VHS VCR with SQPB function cassette recordings e The recorded format S VHS or VHS is automatically detected when playback begins Regular VHS VCR cassette recordings e S VHS recorded tapes cannot be viewed on regular VHS VCRs other than those equipped with the SQPB S VHS QUASI PLAYBACK function Power Switch Display REC MODE REC MODE Menu sP _ Recording mode indicator Display TAPE LENGTH TAPE LENGTH Menu p T30 Tape length indicator GETTING STARTED cont Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preference Set the Power Switch to M The power lamp comes on Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU Rotate the MENU Wheel to select REC MODE and press it The REC MODE Menu
40. cur 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 was changed during the original recording To edit dub onto a tape make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape Do not press STOP during Insert Editing or Audio Dubbing or the edit points will not be accurate During Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing when Insert Pause or Audio Dub Standby is engaged the counter may go slightly past 0 00 00 Recording however stops at exactly 0 00 00 40 en TROUBLESHOOTING If after following the steps in the chart below the problem still exists please consult your JVC dealer The camcorder is a microcomputer controlled device External noise and interference from a TV a radio etc might prevent it from functioning properly In such cases first disconnect its power supply unit battery pack AC Adapter etc and then re connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S POWER No power is supplied The power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself RECORDING Recording cannot be performed Recording does not start Animation or Time Lapse is not available PLAYBACK The tape is runnin
41. dealer for replacement or set the date time as necessary before you start shooting O When the Power Switch is set to I or M 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 models equipped with LCD monitor only O The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached O There may be a delay after you slide EJECT until the cassette holder opens Do not use force O The time required to calculate the remaining tape length and the accuracy of the calculation may vary according to the type of tape used O The tape remaining time indicator is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected pg 12 O TAPE END appears when the tape reaches its end and the power goes off automatically if left in this condition for 5 minutes TAPE END also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded O If the Recording Start Stop button is pressed after the Record Standby mode has continued for over 5 minutes recording may not start immediately O While shooting sound is not heard from the speaker models equipped with LCD monitor only O The TBC indicator turns green gray with a camcorder equipped with a black white viewfinder while TBC is working O TBC does not work during still playback and shuttle search O The TBC indicator turns white while TBC is
42. ded S VHS will be displayed in the Menu Screen Normal Screen en I NOTES about S VHS and S VHS ET m 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 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 in the SP mode on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder Noise may appear on screen when tapes recorded in the EP mode are played back Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode can be played back not only on this camcorder but also on a Super VHS VCR or a VCR equipped with the SQPB S VHS QUASI PLAYBACK function When tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode are played back on a VCR equipped with the SQPB S VHS QUASI PLAYBACK function S VHS picture quality is not available Tapes recorded in S VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs including some JVC VCRs Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR You can play back S VHS ET recordings not only on this
43. dered 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 10 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has
44. e NOTES It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg 7 e f your VCR has an S Video input connector connect the camcorder and the VCR using an optional S Video cable This can improve the dubbed picture quality GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only amp To monitor the picture and sound from the camcorder without inserting a tape set the camcorder s Power Switch to BQ or M then set your TV to the appropriate input mode Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound when the camcorder is turned on f 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 Tape Dubbing Following the illustration on pg 32 connect the camcorder and the VCR Set the camcorder s Power Switch to 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 Engage the camcorder s Play mode to find a spot just before the edit in point Once it is reached press II on the camcorder Press Il on the camcorder and engage the VCR s Record mode Engage the VCR s Record Pause mode and press gt IH on the camcorder Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing then stop the VCR and camcorder when fini
45. e video light can only be used with the camcorder s power on lt is recommended to set the white balance KF pg 29 to when you use the video light When not using the video light turn it off to save battery power Even if the battery indicator I does not blink if the battery pack s charge is low the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light or when you start recording with the video light turned on e When LIGHT OFF AUTO ON is set to AUTO e Depending on the lighting conditions the video light may keep turning on and off In this case manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT OFF AUTO ON e While the Sports or High Speed Shutter mode pg 20 is engaged the light is likely to stay on e While the Twilight mode lt gt pg 20 is engaged the light will not activate A DANGER m 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 m Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extremely hot for some time m When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm 11 13 16 between the video light and people or objects m Do not use near flammable or explosive materials E It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light ON end 18 SNA
46. eaning or replacement The Counter Memory Function has been activated gt pg 31 amp The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other en I SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S OTHER During recording the indications do not appear The tape will not eject Set DISPLAY to FULL in SYSTEM MENU CF pg 24 The battery pack is running low If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees the EJECT Switch does not function Some functions are not available The Power Switch is set to EY Certain combinations of modes or effects are not possible to use Vertical white lines appear when shooting a very bright object Bright crystal shaped spots appear in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder The rear of the LCD monitor is hot Colored bright spots appear all over the LCD monitor or the viewfinder The indicators and the picture color on the LCD monitor are not clear The LCD monitor the viewfinder and the lens have become dirty ex fingerprints An error number i e E03 appears The image is out of focus The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode The date and time displays disappear The Sea date and time are displayed recorded Even though the lens cap is detached the LENS CAP warning indicator lt gt pg 47 blinks This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the background and the object is great It is not a defec
47. emely hot for some time e When operating keep a distance of about 30 cm 11 13 16 ft between the video light and people or object e Do not use near flammable or explosive materials e It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light General Battery Precautions If the remote control or cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly the batteries are exhausted Replace them with fresh ones Use only the following batteries Remote control 6 AAA RO3 size x 2 RM V715U Cassette adapter AA R6 size x 1 C P6U or C P7U Please make note of the following rules for battery use When misused the batteries can leak or explode 1 When replacing batteries refer to page 36 for the remote control or 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 Do not use rechargeable batteries Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as they can leak or explode Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be stored for an extended period to avoid battery leakage which can cause malfunctions Battery Packs The battery packs are nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional
48. ery fireworks etc look more natural and dramatic The following happens when Twilight mode is selected e Auto gain control is turned off e White Balance is set to FINE day mode but can also be manually changed to another mode C pg 29 e Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of 10 m 32 ft to infinity To focus when the subject to camera distance is less than 10 m 32 ft use manual focusing CF pg 28 bs 2 1 2000 1 2000 sec High Speed Shutter Captures faster action than Sports mode SS en I DIGIFECT Button 2800 oo l lt lt r gt a Power Switch NOTES Digital Effects can be changed during recording or during Record Standby Digital zoom pg 16 cannot be used when the VIDEO ECHO mode is activated GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only This function cannot be activated during the Night Alive F pg 18 GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only Picture Stabilizer pg 16 cannot be activated during the CLASSIC FILM STROBE and VIDEO ECHO mode GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only Digital Effects 7 Set the Power Switch to M Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains The mode is activated To cancel the effect press DIGIFECT repeatedly until BE OFF appears OFF is displayed for
49. f before disconnecting the power source If you have not performed Date Time Setting pg 9 the date and time are not displayed recorded correctly Be sure that Date Time setting is carried out The LENS CAP Hed indicator may blink when the camcorder is used in dark areas regardless of whether the lens cap is attached or detached AD en Date Time Settings pg 9 t Recording lt pg 14 15 gt TBC Time Base Corrector lt gt pg 31 o Tr O Perform charging where the temperature is between 10 C and 35 C 50 F and 95 F 20 C to 25 C 68 F to 77 F is the ideal temperature range for charging If the environment is too cold charging may be incomplete O Charging times are for a fully discharged battery pack O Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of the battery pack O To avoid interference with reception do not use the AC Adapter near a radio O Since the AC Adapter processes electricity internally it becomes warm during use Be sure to use it only in well ventilated areas O The following operation stops charging or discharging e Set the Power Switch to GA BY or M e Disconnect the AC Adapter from the camcorder e Unplug the AC Adapter s power cord from the AC outlet e Detach the battery from the camcorder O The date time cannot be stored in memory if the built in clock battery runs out Consult an authorized JVC
50. g but there is no playback picture Playback picture is blurred or interrupted The counter indication is blurred during Still playback TAPE TRANSPORT The tape stops during fast forward or rewind Rewinding or fast forwarding cannot be performed The battery pack has not been attached correctly pg 6 The battery pack is not charged F pg 6 The power supply has not been correctly connected 13 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 the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape pg 13 The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to BY or M F pg 14 amp Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning of a tape set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about 5 seconds so that the tape runs smoothly Using the Fade in function at this point is a good way to begin an animated program lt gt pg 26 37 The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel If A V connection is used the TV s VIDEO TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO The video heads are dirty or worn out Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cl
51. g Start Stop Button to activate fade in out or wipe in out Power Switch To cancel a fade or wipe press FADE WIPE repeatedly until OFF appears OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds and the fade wipe standby mode is canceled Recording Start Stop Button FADER Fades in out to a black screen MOSAIC Fader Gradually turns returns the picture into from a mosaic pattern SHUTTER Wipe A black screen moves in from the top and bottom closing over the image like a shutter or a new image pushes open the black screen vertically from the center I lt 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 lt gt DOOR Wipe Wipes in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and right revealing the scene or wipes out and the black screen reappears from left and right to cover the scene CORNER Wipe Wipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the NOTE lower left corner revealing the scene or wipes out from Pressing and holding the Recording Start Stop lower left to upper right leaving a black screen Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in out or wipe in out CJ WINDOW Wipe Wipes in on a black screen from the center of the screen towards the corners revealing the scene or wipe out from the corners to the centre leaving a black screen 38 E
52. i ZEEE Power Switch NOTES Only one mode can be engaged at a time The screen becomes slightly dark in the High Speed Shutter mode Use in well lit situations In the High Speed Shutter or Sports modes picture color may be adversely affected if the subject is lit by alternating discharge type light sources such as flourescent or mercury vapor lights This function cannot be activated during Night Alive F pg 18 GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only The FOG mode cannot be used when the VIDEO ECHO mode F pg 21 is activated GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only RECORDING Advanced Features cont Program AE With Special Effects 1 Set the Power Switch to M 2 Press P AE repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains The mode is activated To cancel the effect press P AE repeatedly until OFF appears OFF is displayed for approx 2 seconds 3 SK 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 TWILIGHT Dusk twilight scen
53. ic Industries Alliance ioe you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness ia TITLE Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles F pg 25 DATE TIME Makes the date time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor DISP 13 pg 25 SYSTEM MENU This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode SP or EP depending on your preference C pg 12 Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 16X the optical zoom limit to a maximum of 50X digital magnification 600X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom By digitally processing and magnifying images zooming is possible from 16X the optical zoom limit toa maximum of 600X digital magnification Digital Zoom is not available Only optical zoom maximum 16x magnification can function When set to OFF during Digital Zoom zoom magnification changes to 16X WIDE OFF Does not display black bars Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema like wide screen effect If a snapshot GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only CF pg 18 is taken while the camcorder is in the WIDE mode the snapshot image is recorded without the black bars at the top and bottom of the screen E Factory preset CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 2 4 EN RECORDING Advanced Feat SYSTEM MENU cont S VHS Records in S VHS on
54. lf Recording ve pg 15 Sepia Mode EE niens pg 21 Shoulder Strap Attachment sad pg 8 Shuttle Search sssossesssosesssssesesessessersssesreesssssreessssereses pg 30 VS pg 18 Snapshot During Playback rrrrrnnnronnnrrnnnrvrnnrrrnnerernn pg 18 Specifications ENE pg 51 ON pg 20 ME MAN sees be ecaeraccete ccc AG pg 30 Strobe FO EE EEE AAE pg 21 S per LOLI EE e pg 23 Super VHS Expansion Technology ccccsseeeeeeeees pg 10 T TEEN pg 31 38 Tol pg 32 33 Tape Length Setting sssesssssssssrssssssrerssserrsesserreessseeee pg 12 He Macro EE NE EE ae ieaacecs pg 24 Time Base Nha pg 31 Time Lapse Shooting sssssesssesessssseerrrssssrrrressssens pg 26 37 TU pg 31 Tripod Mounting Va pg 8 TU pg 20 U Unload A Tape sssssoesesssseeeesssesrerssessresssereersssereeesseene pg 13 V Video Echo ev pg 21 Vid o Light ENE SE EE pg 17 Viewfinder Adjustment scavosssspenesarserccwasacoustunyasseanamesssbiy pg 8 La pO White Balance Adjustment snenssvvssnsaresnrerseseetcene pg 29 VMR pg 23 Wipe IN Out deacon reinssnits exo cexdnamcchisseasenercceminsnmnnendendts pg 19 Z ZOOMIE PE EE RTE ik pg 16 Controls Q Video Light Switch LIGHT OFF AUTO ON GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only rrrrennrerrr IF pg 17 2 Stop Button STOP s0sccsssesssereees CF pg 30 8 Retake Rewind Button RETAKE R 13 pg 17 e Quick Review Button R IF pg 17
55. ly Luminance FM recording Connectors Color Converted sub carrier Video direct recording Conforms to VHS standard Cassette SVHS H VHS A cassette Audio Tape speed SP 33 35 mm sec 1 5 16 ips EP 11 12 mm sec 7 16 ips S Video Recording time max GR SXM747UM SP 40 minutes EP 120 minutes with TC 40 SK877UM only Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating humidity 35 to 80 Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C Power requirement eno I 1 4 format CCD F1 6 f 3 9 mm to 62 4 mm 16 1 power zoom lens with auto Iris and macro control filter diameter 40 5 mm Electronic viewfinder with 0 55 color LCD GR SX877UM only Electronic viewfinder with 0 5 black white CRT GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM AX777UM only Auto Manual adjustment 3 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system GR SXM747UM only 2 5 diagonally measured LCD panel TFT active matrix system GR SXM347UM SXM247UM only Monaural 1 V p p 75 Q unbalanced analog output via Video output connector 300 mV rms 1 kQ analog output via Audio output connector Y 1V p p 75 Q analog output SXM347UM SXM247UM C 0 29 V p p 75 Q analog output AC Adapter AP V10U AC 110V to 240 Vw 50 Hz 60 Hz DC 11 VERNA 59 mmx 31 mm x 69 mm 2 3 8 x 1 1 4 x 2 3 4 Approx 130 g 0 29 Ibs Optional Accessories _4 F to 122 F
56. nerating strong magnetic or electric fields speakers broadcasting antennas etc in places subject to extremely high over 40 C or 104 F or extremely low under 0 C or 32 F temperatures 3 DO NOT leave the unit in places of over 50 C 122 F in places where humidity is extremely low below 35 or extremely high above 80 in direct sunlight 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 swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap OG 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 e While using the camcorder the surface around the LCD monitor and or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up e If you leave power on for a l
57. ong time the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot About moisture condensation amp 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 CAUTIONS cont 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 CLEAN EXTERIOR Wipe gently 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 CLEAN LCD MONITOR Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a
58. onitor models equipped with LCD monitor only EJECT Switch NOTES Cassette halder Closing the LCD monitor while the cassette holder is still open may cause damage to the LCD monitor models equipped with LCD monitor only The cassette holder cant be opened unless a power supply is attached Make sure that the tape is not slack when loading the cassette If there is any slack turn the gear on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording If not slide the tab Some cassettes have removable tabs If the tab has been removed cover the hole with adhesive tape The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode Turn to take up slack Erase Protection tab Gear I den During shooting Power Switch Recording Start Stop Button 25MIN Tape remaining time indicator Approximate MIN 120MIN gt 119MIN Now calculating Blinking Blinking Blinking BRIGHT Wheel models equipped with LCD monitor only To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor rotate the BRIGHT Wheel until the bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached NOTE You should already have performed the procedures listed below If not do so before continuing amp Power KF pg 6 Load A Cassette F pg 13 Recording Mode
59. ord Standby mode 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 Switches off the camcorder Allows you to play back your recordings me elo NOTES f the Record Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations the camcorder s power shuts off automatically Set the Power Switch to OFF and then back to 9 or M to turn the camcorder on again f you are recording on a cassette from the middle such as when a tape is removed and re inserted during recording use the Retake function 7 pg 17 to find the end of the last recording so you do not erase any of it To remove the indications from the camcorder s display during recording 7 pg 22 24 Self Recording JOURNALISTIC SHOOTING models SELF RECORDING models equipped with equipped with LCD monitor only LCD monitor only In some situations different shooting angles may You can shoot yourself while viewing your own provide more dramatic results Hold the camcorder in image in the LCD monitor Open the LCD monitor the desired position and tilt the LCD monitor in the and tilt it upward 180 so that it faces forward then most convenient direction It can rotate 270 90 point the lens toward yourself and start recording downward 180 upward For o
60. ower Switch to M Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select the desired function e To go from CAMERA MENU to SYSTEM MENU rotate the MENU Wheel to select TO SYSTEM MENU and press it SYSTEM MENU is composed of 2 pages To go to the next page rotate the MENU Wheel to select NEXT and press it e To return to CAMERA MENU from page 2 of SYSTEM MENU rotate the MENU Wheel to select gt TO CAMERA MENU and press it Press the MENU Wheel in to display the Setting Menu and rotate it to select the desired setting Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on RETURN Press the MENU Wheel in The normal screen reappears me ENZO MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS CAMERA MENU FOCUS Refer to Focusing pg 28 EXPOSURE Refer to Exposure Control CF pg 27 Refer to White Balance Adjustment and Manual White Balance Operation C pg 29 To record a subject in a darkly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot the subject with a brighter image even if the picture becomes slightly coarse NORMAL To record a subject in a dimly lit environment when it is more convenient to shoot with a less coarse picture although the subject becomes slightly dark This setting is suitable for measuring sensitivity conforming to EIA 639 EIA Standard for Low Light Sensitivity Measurement EIA Electron
61. p comes on Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears Rotate the MENU Wheel to select P TO SYSTEM MENU and press it to display SYSTEM MENU If a VHS cassette is loaded rotate the MENU Wheel to select S VHS ET then press it The S VHS ET Setting Menu appears If an S VHS cassette is loaded rotate the MENU Wheel to S VHS then press it The S VHS Setting Menu appears Power Switch Display when a VHS cassette is loaded Ms SYSTEM MENU Hi Menu Screen NEXT SP TAPE LENGTH DISPLAY Rotate the MENU Wheel to set to either of the parameters then press it The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on B RETURN In the S VHS ET Setting Menu ON Records with S VHS picture quality on a VHS cassette factory preset This is called Super VHS ET Expansion Technology OFF Records in VHS In the S VHS Setting Menu ON Records in S VHS on an S VHS cassette factory preset OFF Records in VHS on an S VHS cassette When an S VHS cassette is gt RETURN loaded S VHS Setting Menu Press the MENU Wheel in to close the Menu Screen e When the S VHS ET mode is engaged S ET is displayed 5 mH SYSTEM MENU HEN NEXT SP ee 50x e During S VHS record mode S is displayed HS ET Ore e When S VHS ET or S VHS recording starts TAPE LENGTH T30 S VHS REC is displayed for approx 3 seconds DISPLAY FULL NOTE If a cassette is not loa
62. performed The tape may stop slightly before or after the designated end point and noise bars may appear Neither indicates a defect in the unit Only the video signal is recorded in the Insert Editing mode Display indicator During Audio Dubbing Remote sensor PLAY START STOP Ea stops RS OUR gt Audio dubbing No Audio Dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape The existing original sound is erased and replaced by the sound from the built in microphone Perform steps 1 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure lt gt pg 38 before continuing NOTE Use the remote control unit to perform the following procedures Press REW to go a little beyond the beginning of the scene onto which you want to dub the new audio press PLAY to view the recorded tape then press PAUSE at exactly the point where dubbing should start Press and hold A DUB and without releasing A DUB press and release PAUSE on the Remote Control The Audio Dub Standby mode is engaged To begin Audio Dubbing press PLAY When the counter reaches 0 00 00 Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub Standby mode 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 e f the microphone is too close to the TV or if the TV volume is too high whistling or howling may oc
63. r and turn it on again PLEASE WAIT Q These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if dirt is detected on the heads HEAD CLEANING during recording In this case use an optional cleaning cassette If the warning remains REQUIRED after cleaning consult your nearest JVC dealer USE CLEANING CASSETTE E01 E06 The error indications E01 E06 show what type of malfunction has occured If an UNIT IN error indication and warning appear turn the unit off remove the power supply battery SAFEGUARD MODE etc and wait a few minutes for them to clear When it does you can resume using the REMOVE AND camcorder If the indication remains consult your nearest JVC dealer REATTACH BATTERY 45 en When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA m The provided AC Adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit s AC Adapter to an AC wall outlet other than American National Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter called a Siemens Plug as shown For this AC plug adapter consult your nearest JVC dealer Plug adapter Video Light DANGER e 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 e Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light since it remains extr
64. rder 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 Models equipped with LCD monitor only 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 AC Adapter from AC outlet ATTENTION The product that you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal SVIS H VHS HEL Cassettes marked SVHS H and VHS can be used with this camcorder me ENO 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 3 15 16 or more on both sides on top and at the rear Do not block the ventilation holes If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth etc the heat may not be able to get out No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus When discarding batteries environmental problems must be consi
65. s dirty When condensation occurs wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry naturally When shooting a subject close to the lens zoom out first CF pg 16 If zoomed in in the auto focus mode the camcorder could automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder and the subject This does not occur with TELE MACRO pg 24 MENU Wheel NOTES To return to Auto Focus select AUTO in step 4 RECORDING Advanced Feat res cont Focusing AUTO FOCUS The camcorder s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close up to infinity However correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below in these cases use manual focusing e When two subjects overlap in the same scene e When illumination is low e When the subject has no contrast difference in bright ness and darkness such as a flat one color wall or a clear blue sky e When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder e When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated e When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water e When shooting a scene with a high contrast background The low contrast warning ka appears MANUAL FOCUS Make the necessary viewfinder adjustments to use the viewfinder CF pg 8 7 Set the Power Switch to M Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu
66. s too bright e When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing p e When the background is overly dark or the subject light ower Switch 1 Set the Power Switch to M BE MENU Wheel Manual Exposure Screen Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen appears 00 Rotate the MENU Wheel to select EXPOSURE and press it The EXPOSURE Menu appears Exposure control level counter Rotate the MENU Wheel to select MANU then press it The Menu Screen disappears and 00 exposure control level counter appears To brighten the image To brighten the image rotate the MENU Wheel downward The exposure control level counter increases maximum 06 To darken the image rotate the MENU Wheel upward The exposure control level counter decreases maximum 06 Press the MENU Wheel in The setting is complete The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on P RETURN E N To darken the image Press the MENU Wheel in The Menu Screen disappears and the exposure control level counter reappears to indicate the exposure is adjusted NOTES amp To return to the factory setting select AUTO in step 4 amp To re adjust exposure repeat the procedure from step 2 25 en Focus detection zone NOTES f the lens is smeared or blurred accurate focusing is not possible Keep the lens clean wiping with a piece of soft cloth if it get
67. se bars will appear and the picture will become monochrome during Still Playback f TBC pg 31 is engaged noise bars will not appear This mode is called Fine Still GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only Shuttle Search Allows high speed search in either direction 1 Press gt for forward or lt lt for reverse search during playback 2 To resume normal playback press P I During playback press and hold lt lt or gt gt The search continues as long as you hold the button Once you release it normal playback resumes amp Noise bars appear and pictures may become monochrome or darken during Shuttle Search This is normal eno I COUNTER R M Button 2005 Pea Stop Button Rewind lt lt Button Play Pause gt I Button Fast Forward gt gt Button TRACKING Wheel yer Se G L221 _ TBC Button a oe o e Set to Tracking Eliminates noise bars that appear on screen during playback Factory preset is Auto Tracking To activate Manual Tracking 1 Press the TRACKING Wheel for approx 2 seconds MT appears 2 Rotate the TRACKING Wheel so that the noise bars disappear amp To return to Auto Tracking press the TRACKING Wheel for approx 2 seconds or set the Power Switch to OFF and then GEM again AT blinks When Auto Tracking finishes the indication disappears When noise bars appear during playback the camcorder enters
68. shed Compartment door PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter VHS Playpak Use this to play back an S VHS C VHS C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR It is fully compatible with any S VHS VHS video cassette recorder The cassette adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading Slide the battery cover up to remove it install one AA R6 size battery as shown then reattach the cover Slide the latch to open the adapter compartment door then insert the cassette and close the compart ment door Load the cassette adapter into the VCR and play the tape back as you would any other Slide the latch and the compartment door opens automatically This may take around 10 seconds Do not attempt to force the adapter open Then insert your finger in the hole on the underside of the adapter as shown in the illustration at left and push up and remove the cassette NOTES During tape loading and unloading do not touch the reels for safety and tape protection amp Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode cannot be played back on a regular VHS VCR Playback is possible with a VCR equipped with the S VHS or SQPB S VHS QUASI PLAYBACK function GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only During special effect playback slow motion still frame etc the picture may vibrate or noise bars may appear on the screen amp To record on a VC
69. soft cloth Be careful not to damage the monitor Close the LCD monitor 3 CLEAN LENS Blow it with a blower brush then wipe it gently with lens cleaning paper 4 REMOVE EYEPIECE Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out G CLEAN VIEWFINDER Remove dust using a blower brush 6 RE ATTACH EYEPIECE Re attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise NOTES Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected Mold may form if the lens is left dirty When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions that came with it When removing the eyepiece be sure to hold the viewfinder securely SPECIFICATIONS Jing ens General Format S VHS GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM Viewfinder SX877UM only VHS NTSC standard Power source DC 11 V e Using AC Adapter DC 6 V EE Using battery pack Power consumption White balance Viewfinder on 4 0 W GR SXM747UM adjustment SXM347UM SXM247UM only LCD monitor 3 7 W GR SX877UM models equipped with AX777UM only 4 5 W GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM only Video light 3 0 W Models equipped with LCD monitor only GR SXM747UM SXM347UM SXM247UM SX877UM only Signal system NTSC type Video recording system LCD monitor only LCD monitor on Speaker models equipped with LCD monitor on
70. t of the camcorder Sunlight is directly entering the lens This is not a defect of the camcorder The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to be hot Close the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to OFF and let the unit cool down The LCD monitor and the viewfinder are made with high precision technology However black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue may appear constantly on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape This is not due to any defect of the unit Effective dots more than 99 99 amp This may occur when the surface or the edge of the LCD monitor is pressed Wipe them gently with a soft cloth Gently wipe in a semicircular motion as wiping strongly spreads the stain and it won t come out easily Turn the camcorder s power off then disconnect the power source After a few minutes try turning the power on again If the error number still appears in the viewfinder consult your nearest JVC dealer The diopter needs to be adjusted pg 8 The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus F pg 28 amp This is normal while recording in the EP mode Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode lt gt pg 12 If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on all settings and selections are erased Make sure to turn the camcorder s power of
71. the Auto Tracking mode and AT is displayed Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders TBC Time Base Corrector Removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes Factory preset TBC is engaged To activate release the TBC mode press TBC during playback for more than 1 second When the TBC 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 EE 2 Press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second M appears 3 After recording or playback press W then lt lt The tape automatically stops at or close to 0 00 00 4 Press P Il to start playback The counter memory functions in the Fast Forward and Rewind modes To disable the Counter Memory Function press COUNTER R M for less than 1 second so that M disappears Playback Special Effects CLASSIC FILM MONOTONE SEPIA STROBE and VIDEO ECHO 17 pg 21 GR SXM747UM SXM347UM only Allows you to add creative effects to the playback image 1 Activate the TBC mode and Auto Tracking 2 Press DIGIFECT repeatedly until the desired mode s name and indication appear They are displayed for approx 2 seconds then the name disappears so that only the indication remains The mode is activated 3 To cancel the effect select
72. ther notes CF pg 42 1 Oen Zoom in T Telephoto EW FAD KD 7 S 3 En N 5 Zoom out W Wide angle RETAKE lt lt gt gt Button LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch IG 3000 uae a Gots SXM247UM SX877UM only 5 SEC REC Button GR SXM247UM SX877UM AX777UM only Power Zoom Lever P STABILIZER Button Zoom indicator bar ay 1x s Zoom level indicator Approximate zoom ratio Picture Stabilizer indicator 5S 5 Sec Rec mode indicator GR SXM247UM SX877UM AX777UM only RECORDING Basic Features Zooming To produce the zoom in out effect or an instantaneous change in image magnification Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom This system is called Digital Zoom Zoom In Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T Zoom Out Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards W The further you slide the Power Zoom Lever the quicker the zoom action amp Focusing may become unstable during Zooming In this case set the zoom while in Record Standby lock the focus by using the manual focus KF pg 28 then zoom in or out in Record mode The zoom level indicator MW moves during zoom Once the zoom level indicator reaches the top of the zoom indicator bar all magnification from that point is through digital processing e When using Digital Zoom the quality of image may suffer To de
73. y compartment cover as illustrated Insert two AAA RO3 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 beam may not be effective or may cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the Transmitted beam effective area 5m 16 ft remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or powerful lighting Remote sensor ZOOM T W PLAY STOP Display Interval time indicator Recording time indicator Remote sensor REC TIME INT TIME EN 3 7 Playback Zoom To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback NOTES Use the remote control unit to perform this procedure Make sure that the TBC mode is activated CF pg 31 1 Press PLAY to find the scene of interest 2 Press the ZOOM Buttons T W on the remote control Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder s remote sensor Pressing T zooms in To End Zoom press and hold W until magnification returns to normal Or press STOP and then press PLAY NOTES amp Zoom can also be used during still playback Due to digital image processing the quality of the image may suffer After zooming in on a still video image when normal playback is started the zoomed in effect is

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