JVC GR-SXM460A, GR-SXM260A 16 EN, To Stop Recording, Rotate the Select Wheel Bright until

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16 EN

LENS COVER Open/Close Ring

 

 

Power Switch

 

 

Recording Start/Stop Button

2 5M

I N

Tape remaining time

 

 

indicator

 

 

(Approximate)

 

 

 

MIN 120MIN 119MIN

(Now calculating)

0MIN 1MIN 2MIN 3MIN

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RECORDING Basic Recording

NOTE:

You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing.

Power (  pg. 6)

Recording Mode Setting ( pg. 10)

Tape Length Setting (  pg. 10)

Load A Cassette ( pg. 11)

Grip Adjustment (  pg. 14)

Viewfinder Adjustment (  pg. 14)

Shooting While Watching The Viewfinder

1 Make sure the LCD monitor is closed and locked (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only). Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens cover. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “” appears

in the viewfinder while recording is in progress.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

° 90° 180

Select Wheel (BRIGHT) DISPLAY Button

BR I GHT – – – – 6 – – – – +

To Adjust The Brightness Of The LCD Monitor

.... rotate the Select Wheel (BRIGHT) until the

bright level indicator on the display moves and the appropriate brightness is reached.

Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only)

1 Make sure the LCD monitor is fully open. Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to open the lens cover. Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). The power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed in the LCD monitor.

2 Tilt the LCD monitor upward/downward for best viewability and press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “” appears in the LCD monitor while recording is in progress.

NOTE:

When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the viewfinder instead.

To Stop Recording . . .

.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder

re-enters the Record-Standby mode.

Power Switch Position

AUTO : Suitable for standard recording using NO special effects or manual adjustments.

PRO.

: Allows you to set recording functions using the menus for more creative capabilities.

OFF

: Switches off the camcorder.

PLAY

: Allows you to play back your recordings.

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Contents Instructions Dear Customer It is recommended that youEN3 Major Features How to Attach The Core Filter Charging the Battery Pack PowerCharge Marker Using the Battery Pack Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery To Detach The Battery PackGetting Started Date/Time Settings DATE/TIME MenuRecording Mode Setting Tape Length Setting10 EN Set depending on your preferenceLoading/Unloading a Cassette Recording Format Setting 12 ENRecordingPlayback Regular VHS VCRViewfinder Adjustment Grip Adjustment14 EN Shoulder Strap Attachment Tripod MountingSwitches off the camcorder 16 ENTo Stop Recording Rotate the Select Wheel Bright untilJournalistic Shooting GR-SXM460A SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA onlyInterface Shooting GR-SXM460A LCD MONITOR*/VIEWFINDER IndicationsFeature Picture Stabiliser 18 ENZoom Zoom OutTo check the end of the last recording Feature Quick ReviewTo re-record certain segments 20 EN To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required Set the Power Switch to Auto or PRO Snapshot GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA onlyFade/Wipe Effects 22 ENFades in/out to a black screen Captures faster action than Sports mode Nega Posi modeProgramme AE With Special Effects High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving actionPress the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen Appears If you select FOCUS, EXPOSURE, M.W.B. or DATE/ TimeIf you select Jlip ID no Rotate the Select Wheel until the desired numberMenu Screen Available Using The Menu Button Menu Screen Available Using The Select WheelMenu Screen Explanations 26 EN Date/Time Insert Instant Titles28 EN AnimationTime-Lapse 30 EN Exposure ControlAuto Focus FocusingManual Focus White Balance Adjustment 32 ENManual White Balance Operation To Return To Automatic White BalancePlayback Basic Playback DarkenGives recorded scenes a strobe effect 34 ENYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install one Cassette AdapterCover Slide the latch to open the adapter compartmentUse the provided Audio/Video A/V cable Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cable and S-Video cableBasic Connections Tape DubbingFunctions 38 ENButtons EN39 Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated Installing The Battery RM-V700U, optional40 EN Playback Zoom GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only Press Play to find the scene of interestWhile holding down SHIFT, press Left, Right Up and Down To End Zoom42 EN Insert EditingAudio Dubbing For Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing44 EN Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET REMOTE/VCR Code VCR Recording deckMake Connections Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connectorConnect the editing cable to the Remote Pause terminal 46 EN Select ScenesAutomatic Editing to VCR Feature Animation and Time-Lapse 48 ENAnimation Time-LapseUse only the following batteries To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTo avoid hazard 50 EN To prolong service life Cleaning The CamcorderTo prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not About moisture condensation52 EN An error number i.e. E03 appears Review or Retake modeLens Cover Warning indicator During recording, the indications do not appear54 EN Dioptre Adjustment Control  pg Video Light SwitchCounter Reset/Memory Button Power Switch56 EN Indications During RecordingIndications During Playback 58 EN Optional Accessories GR-SX21EAGR-SXM26EAGR-SXM46EAGR-SX210AGR-SXM260AGR-SXM460A