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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

•All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (pg. 3). •Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.

•Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.

It is recommended that you . . .

.... refer to the Index (pgs. 50 – 52) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions. They contain extremely important information regarding the safe

use of this product.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 53 and 54 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning on lithium cell battery (for clock operation and remote control unit)

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate.

Replace the battery with Maxell, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Sony CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Dispose of used battery promptly.

Keep away from children.

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

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 Power Adapter/Charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

Camcorder is designed exclusively for the VHS-C video cassette. Only cassettes marked VHS-C can be used with this unit.

HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

NOTES:

The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit.

The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.

This camcorder is designed to be used with PAL- type colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere. Use the BN-V12U/V20U battery packs and, to recharge them, the provided multi- voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)

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The Crossed Out Dust Bin

Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.

Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack must be recycled or disposed of

properly.

This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC Publ. 65.

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Contents GR-FXM55 GR-FXM35 It is recommended that you Crossed Out Dust BinMajor Features Contents EN3 Using the Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Discharged Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Insert Battery in Holder Switch OFF PowerRemove Battery Holder RE-INSERT HolderDate/Time Settings SET Tape Length Tape Length SettingFirst set the Power Switch to PRO.. Press Menu Dial again to close the Menu ScreenLoading/Unloading a Cassette 10 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Tripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapRecording Basic Recording Power Switch Position12 EN Load a CassettePress Display Button LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsStop Recording RecordingShooting While Watching The LCD Monitor Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Button Power lamp14 EN Before the following steps, perform pgBrightness Control Journalistic ShootingInterface Shooting Zoom Basic FeaturesPush the Power Zoom Lever towards T Zoom OutSet the Light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch as required Feature Quick ReviewFeature Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimPress P.STABILIZER. appears Feature Picture StabilizerFeature 5 Sec. Rec 5-sec. Recording SEC. REC Button Stabilizer Button DisplayFade/Wipe Recording Advanced Features EN19Tomodecancel FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Modeengage FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY20 EN Advanced FeaturesSelect Mode Programme AE With Special EffectsHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Display ModeNega Posi mode Colours of a picture are reversedDate/Time Insert Recording Advanced Features22 EN Press the Select Dial to display the Menu ScreenInstant Titles Access Title MenuSelect the Desired Mode END Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting 24 ENMenu Screen Explanations Menu Screen Available Using The Select DialMenu Screen Available Using The Menu Button 26 EN Adjust Exposure Access Exposure MenuAccess Manual Exposure END Adjustment of ExposureAuto Focus Focusing28 EN Patterns that are regularly repeatedAdjust Focus Access Focus MenuAccess Manual Focus END Adjustment of Focus30 EN White Balance AdjustmentAccess White Balance Adjustment SET Function ParametersSET Manual White Balance Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingStart Delayed Recording Self-TimerAccess INT. Time Menu 32 ENAnimation Time-LapseRewind or Fast-Forward the tape 34 ENPlayback Basic Playback Play BackTracking Speaker Volume ControlAdjust Volume Activate Manual TrackingFeature Shuttle Search Playback FeaturesFeature Still Playback Feature Counter Memory FunctionRecording safety hole Using The Cassette Adapter EN37Insert Battery Cassette AdapterBasic Connections 38 ENBasic Connections And Tape Dubbing Connection For Tape DubbingTape Dubbing Remote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder 40 ENAnimation Feature Self-Timer, Animation Time-LapseSelf-Timer Time-LapseSET REMOTE/VCR Code Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as42 EN Operate VCRVCR Other than Type or Make ConnectionsJVC VCR Equipped with Remote Pause Terminal Prepare CamcorderStart Source Playback 44 ENSelect Scenes Register END of SceneAutomatic Editing to VCR Supplemental Information on the Remote ControlHow to use 46 EN Insert EditingEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing Remote sensor Microphone48 EN Tape will not eject An error number i.e. E03 appearsDuring recording, the indications do not appear Some functions are not availableIndex Controls, Connectors And Indicators 50ENSpeaker Volume Control VOL Picture Stabilizer Button Dioptre Adjustment Control Lens Cover Open/Close RingVideo Light Switch $ MENU/DISPLAY Button Counter Reset/Memory ButtonEN Index Indications During use For safety, do notTo avoid hazard Store cassettesCleaning The Camcorder Avoid using the unitTo prolong service life Do not leave the unitGeneral ConnectorsProvided Accessories Optional Accessories GR-FXM35