JVC GR-FXM15 specifications Dear Customer, It is recommended that you, 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC

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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 your new camcorder.

Using This Instruction Manual

All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents (cover page).

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. 53 – 56) and

familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.

.... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions

(pgs. 57, 58). They contain extremely important information regarding the safe use of your new camcorder.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below:

DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accord- ance with the following code:

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black

Brown to L (Live) or Red

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.

Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

WARNING:

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

Warning on lithium 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 Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo or Maxell 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/Battery charger for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from AC outlet.

NOTES:

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

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

Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark 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.

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Contents GR-FXM15 Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Dear CustomerIt is recommended that you 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EECEN3 Above ALLEN Major Features Slide Battery Release and pull out the battery pack Quick Operation Guide EN5Using the Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Choose which one means charged and which means discharged Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal Getting StartedDate/Time Settings EN Getting Started Recording Mode SettingTape Length Setting ContOpen Cassette Holder Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen LCD Monitor Close Cassette HolderGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapLoad a Cassette Power Switch PositionBasic Recording Start ShootingPress Display Button LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsStop Recording Before the following steps, perform pg Recording Basic RecordingShooting While Watching The LCD Monitor Brightness Control Journalistic ShootingInterface Shooting Zoom EN Recording Basic FeaturesPush the Power Zoom Lever towards T To re-record certain segments Feature Quick ReviewTo check the end of the last recording Feature 5Sec. Rec 5-sec. Recording Basic FeaturesFeature Picture Stabilizer Press P.STABILIZER. appearsFade/Wipe Recording Advanced Features EN21Tomodecancel FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Start or END RecordingProgramme AE With Special Effects Advanced FeaturesSelect Mode Press P.AE to cycle through the modes as shown on the leftHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Display ModeNega Posi mode Colours of a picture are reversedPress the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen Recording Advanced FeaturesDate/Time Insert Access Title Menu Instant TitlesEND Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting Menu Screen Explanations Menu Screen Available Using The Select DialMenu Screen Available Using The Menu Button Allows you to set the current date and time pg Tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recordingDemo Mode is set to on and the Menu Screen is closed Recording pgTo darken the image Access Exposure MenuExposure Control Auto Focus FocusingRecording Patterns that are regularly repeatedEND Adjustment of Focus Access Focus MenuAccess Manual Focus Manual FocusSET Function Parameters White Balance AdjustmentAccess White Balance Adjustment To Return To Automatic White BalancePress the Select Dial again to close the Menu Screen Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingStart Delayed Recording Self-TimerAccess INT. Time Menu SET Interval TimeAnimation Time-LapsePlay Back Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-Forward the tape Stop PlaybackAdjust Volume Playback FeaturesSpeaker Volume Control TrackingFeature Shuttle Search Playback FeaturesFeature Still Playback Feature Counter Memory FunctionCassette Adapter Using The Cassette Adapter EN39Insert Battery Basic Connections When connecting the cables, open this coverBasic Connections And Tape Dubbing Connection For Tape DubbingTape Dubbing Remote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder RM-V700U optional Functions ButtonsAnimation Feature Self-Timer, Animation and Time-LapseSelf-Timer Time-LapseOperate VCR Using the Remote Control UnitSET REMOTE/VCR Code You are now ready to try Random Assemble EditingVCR Other than Type or Make ConnectionsJVC VCR Equipped with Remote Pause Terminal Prepare CamcorderRegister END of Scene Select ScenesStart Source Playback Begin Automatic Editing Automatic Editing to VCRPrepare Source Tape END Automatic EditingEN Using the Remote Control Unit Insert EditingEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing Cleaning The Camcorder After UsePlayback picture No power is suppliedRecording does not start Playback picture is blurred orDuring recording, the indications do not appear An error number i.e. E03 appearsReview or Retake mode Tape will not ejectIndex Indications 54EN Tally Lamp Power Lamp Dioptre Adjustment Control Lens Cover Open/Close RingBattery Release Switch Battery Pack MountPg , 7 High Speed Shutter Mode ......................... pgRemote Control Darken The LCD MonitorTo avoid hazard For safety, do notAvoid using the unit During useTo protect the unit, do not Cleaning the video heads To prolong service lifeDo not leave the unit To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do notGeneral ConnectorsProvided Accessories Optional Accessories GR-FXM15