JVC GR-SX877UM, GR-SXM347UM, GR-SXM247UM, GR-SXM747UM Dear Customer, It is recommended that you

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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 on the cover. •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. 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.

You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 48 – 50 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTES:

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

The rating information and safety caution of the AC Adapter 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 camcorder 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.

Cassettes marked and can be used with this camcorder.

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Contents GR-SXM747UM GR-SXM347UM GR-SXM247UM GR-SX877UM GR-AX777UM Dear Customer It is recommended that youImportant Safety Instructions Only Lens Cap AA R6 Battery Remote Control UnitBattery Pack RM-V715U GR-SXM747UM BN-V11U Cassette AdapterHow To Attach The Lens Cap To Detach The Battery Pack Slide Battery Release and pull out the battery packUse the AC Adapter connect as shown in the illustration Perform of Charging the Battery Pack pgApproximate recording time unit min Grip Adjustment Tripod MountingDate/Time Settings Press the Menu Wheel in to close the Menu ScreenRecording Format Setting 10 ENSqpb S-VHS Quasi Playback function VHS VCR with Sqpb FunctionRegular VHS VCR Recording Mode Setting Tape Length SettingLoading/Unloading a Cassette Models equipped with LCD monitor only 14 ENTo Stop Recording Rotate the Bright Wheel until the brightEN15 Journalistic Shooting models equipped with LCD monitor onlyZoom Out 16 ENZoom Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start Make sure the recording mode is set to SPGR-SXM247UM/SX877UM/AX777UM only If you press during Recording 18 ENIf you press during Record-Standby Fade/Wipe Effects Fades in/out to a black screen20 EN Program AE With Special EffectsDigital Effects Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment Press the Menu Wheel in. The normal screen reappearsAdjustment Refer to Focusing pgSubject becomes slightly dark. This setting is suitable for Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles pg24 EN Instant Titles EN25 1 Set the Power Switch toDate/Time Insert Time-Lapse 26 ENAnimation RETURN. Press the Menu Wheel in again toExposure Control Patterns that are regularly repeated Focusing28 EN Press the Menu Wheel in again to close the Menu Screen White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingLoad a tape pg Set the Power Switch to 30 ENPlayback Features EN31 To cancel the effect, select OFF in stepUse optional S-Video and Audio cables Use optional Video and Audio cablesTape Dubbing Power supply instead of the battery pack pgBasic Connections Cover 34 ENCassette Adapter VHS Playpak Slide the latch to open the adapter compartmentEN35 Functions ButtonsInstalling The Batteries 36 ENTo End Zoom Playback ZoomAnimation And Time-Lapse Animation38 EN Insert EditingAudio Dubbing For Insert Editing and Audio DubbingRecording does not start No power is suppliedRecording cannot be performed Animation or Time-Lapse is notPower source Indicators and the picture colorAn error number i.e. E03 appears That Date/Time setting is carried out42 EN Index Terms 44EN 3 4 5 t y # $ %Eject Switch Video Light Switch Light OFF/AUTO/ONFade/Wipe Button FADE/WIPE Counter Reset/Memory Button Power Switch OFFIndications During Recording Night-Alive Indicator GR-SXM747UM SXM347UM only46 EN AX777UM onlyTape Counter Tape Running Indicator PlaybackIndications During Playback Rewind/Shuttle Search Pause Audio DubbingUse only the following batteries To prevent damage and prolong service life48 EN To avoid hazardDuring use For safety, do notAvoid using the unit Store cassettesTo prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not To prolong service lifeCleaning The Camcorder After UseGeneral ConnectorsOptional Accessories GR-AX777UMGR-SX877UMGR-SXM247UMGR-SXM347UMGR-SXM747UM