JVC GR-FXM25 manual 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 (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. 52 – 54) 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 55 and 56 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:

If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/ charger under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself.

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.

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.)

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

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.

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Contents GR-FXM35 GR-FXM25 Dear Customer It is recommended that youContents Using the Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Discharged Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal Getting StartedDate/Time Settings EN Getting Started Recording Mode SettingTape Length Setting ContLoading/Unloading a Cassette Grip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapLoad a Cassette Power Switch PositionBasic Recording Start ShootingRecording Stop RecordingPress Display Button 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 Zoom OutFeature Quick Review To check the end of the last recordingFeature 5Sec. Rec 5-sec. Recording GR-FXM25 only Basic FeaturesFeature Picture Stabilizer Press P. STABILIZER. appearsBattery power Feature Video Light GR-FXM35 onlyTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Take Snapshot Recording Advanced FeaturesSnapshot GR-FXM35 only If you press during Record-StandbyStart or END Recording Fade/WipeEngagemode FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Programme 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 reversedDate/Time Insert Press the Select Dial to display the Menu ScreenInstant Titles Access Title MenuSelect the Desired Mode END 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 pgAdjust Exposure Access Exposure MenuAccess Manual Exposure END Adjustment of ExposureAuto Focus FocusingRecording Patterns that are regularly repeatedAdjust Focus Access Focus MenuAccess Manual Focus END Adjustment of FocusSET Function Parameters White Balance AdjustmentAccess White Balance Adjustment To Return To Automatic White BalanceSET Manual White Balance 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 Animation Feature Self-Timer, Animation and Time-LapseSelf-Timer Time-LapseSET REMOTE/VCR Code Using the Remote Control UnitCreate edited videos easily using your camcorder as Operate VCRMake Connections Register END of Scene Select ScenesStart Source Playback Automatic Editing to VCR Supplemental Information on the Remote ControlHow to use EN Using the Remote Control Unit Insert EditingEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing Animation or Time-Lapse is not No power is suppliedRecording does not start AvailableDuring recording, the indications do not appear An error number i.e. E03 appearsReview or Retake mode Tape will not eject52EN Power Switch Battery Release Switch Dioptre Adjustment Control Lens Cover Open/Close RingVideo Light Switch Light OFF/AUTO/ON DC in Jack Connectors w to r are located beneath the coverIndex Indications During use For safety, do notTo avoid hazard Store cassettesTo prolong service life Avoid using the unitCleaning The Camcorder Do not leave the unitGeneral ConnectorsProvided Accessories Optional Accessories Memo Memo GR-FXM25