JVC Feature Video Light GR-FXM45 only, To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

DANGER

■The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

■Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

■When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm. between the video light and people or objects.

■Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

■It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

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FEATURE: Video Light (GR-FXM45 only)

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

OPERATION:

1)Set the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required:

OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on.

■The video light can only be used with the camcorder’s power on.

■It is recommended to set the white balance

(☞ pg. 34) to when you use the video light.

■When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.

NOTES:

●Even if the battery indicator ( ) 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.

●When the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch is set to “AUTO”:

•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 the LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON switch.

•While the “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter” mode (☞ pg. 25) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the “Twilight” mode (☞ pg. 25) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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Contents GR-FXM45 GR-FXM15 It is recommended that you Dear CustomerHagemeyer NZ Limited P.O. Box 100589 Auckland Phone 09415 Rechargeable BatteriesDC Cord Shoulder Strap Cassette Adapter C-P7U Zoom Zoom outQuick Operation Guide EN5 Slide Battery Release and pull out the battery packPower Charging the Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack Using AC Power Using a CAR BatteryChoose which one means charged and which means discharged Switch OFF Power Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/RemovalRemove Battery Holder Insert Battery in HolderDate/Time Settings Tape Length Setting Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode ContOpen LCD Monitor Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Holder Close Cassette HolderViewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Adjust LengthTripod Mounting Attach StrapBasic Recording Power Switch PositionLoad a Cassette Start ShootingLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications Stop RecordingPress Display Button Recording Basic Recording Shooting While Watching The LCD MonitorBefore the following steps, perform pg Journalistic Shooting Interface ShootingBrightness Control EN Recording Basic Features Push the Power Zoom Lever towards TZoom Feature Quick Review To check the end of the last recordingTo re-record certain segments Feature Picture Stabilizer Basic FeaturesFeature 5Sec. Rec 5-sec. Recording GR-FXM15 only Press P.STABILIZER. appearsTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Feature Video Light GR-FXM45 onlySnapshot GR-FXM45 only Recording Advanced FeaturesTake Snapshot If you press during Record-StandbyTomodecancel FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Recording Advanced Features EN23Fade/Wipe Start or END RecordingSelect Mode Advanced FeaturesProgramme AE With Special Effects Press P.AE to cycle through the modes as shown on the leftNega Posi mode Display ModeHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Colours of a picture are reversedPress the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen Date/Time InsertInstant Titles Access Title MenuUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Make SettingEND Setting Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial Menu Screen Available Using The Menu ButtonMenu Screen Explanations Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu Screen is closed Tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recordingAllows you to set the current date and time pg Recording pgAccess Exposure Menu Exposure ControlTo darken the image Focusing Auto FocusPatterns that are regularly repeated Access Manual Focus Access Focus MenuEND Adjustment of Focus Manual FocusAccess White Balance Adjustment White Balance AdjustmentSET Function Parameters To Return To Automatic White BalanceManual White Balance Operation Enter SettingPress the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen To Change The Tint For RecordingAccess INT. Time Menu Self-TimerStart Delayed Recording SET Interval TimeTime-Lapse AnimationRewind or Fast-Forward the tape Playback Basic PlaybackPlay Back Stop PlaybackAdjust Volume Speaker Volume ControlIf you want to turn up the volume TrackingFeature Still Playback Playback FeaturesFeature Shuttle Search Feature Counter Memory FunctionUsing The Cassette Adapter EN41 Insert BatteryCassette Adapter Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing When connecting the cables, open this coverBasic Connections Connection For Tape DubbingTape Dubbing Pull OUT Battery Holder Installing The BatteryRM-V700U Provided with GR-FXM45 Optional for GR-FXM15 FunctionsSelf-Timer Feature Self-Timer, Animation and Time-LapseAnimation Time-LapseSET REMOTE/VCR Code Operate VCRYou are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing JVC VCR Equipped with Remote Pause Terminal Make ConnectionsVCR Other than Type or Prepare CamcorderStart Source Playback Select ScenesRegister END of Scene At the bottom of the screenPrepare Source Tape Automatic Editing to VCRBegin Automatic Editing END Automatic EditingInsert Editing Reset CounterFind EDIT-OUT Point Begin Insert EditingAudio Dubbing Begin Audio DubbingEND Audio Dubbing After Use Cleaning The CamcorderRecording does not start No power is suppliedAnimation or Time-Lapse is not AvailableReview or Retake mode An error number i.e. E03 appearsDuring recording, the indications do not appear Tape will not ejectFade/Wipe-Standby Indicator Programme AE IndicatorBy pressing EFFECT, then only the indicator Clock Battery Warning56EN Video Light Switch Light OFF/AUTO/ON Dioptre Adjustment Control Lens Cover Open/Close RingSpeaker Volume Control VOL Picture Stabilizer Button Counter Reset/Memory ButtonRemote Control High Speed Shutter Mode ......................... pgPg , 7 Darken The LCD MonitorAvoid using the unit For safety, do notTo avoid hazard During useCleaning the video heads To prolong service lifeDo not leave the unit To protect the unit, do notConnectors Provided Accessories Optional AccessoriesGeneral Memo Memo GR-FXM15