JVC GR-SX21EA, GR-SXM260A, GR-SX210A, GR-SXM26EA 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. 54 – 57) 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 49 – 51 before use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

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

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

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 battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

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.

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Cassettes marked “ ” and “ ” can be used with this camcorder.

However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked “ ”.

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Contents Instructions Dear Customer It is recommended that youEN3 Major Features How to Attach The Core Filter Charge Marker PowerCharging the Battery Pack Using a CAR Battery Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power To Detach The Battery PackGetting Started Date/Time Settings DATE/TIME Menu10 EN Recording Mode SettingTape Length Setting Set depending on your preferenceLoading/Unloading a Cassette Recording Format Setting 12 ENRecordingPlayback Regular VHS VCR14 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap Attachment Tripod MountingTo Stop Recording Switches off the camcorder16 EN Rotate the Select Wheel Bright untilInterface Shooting GR-SXM460A Journalistic Shooting GR-SXM460ASXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA only LCD MONITOR*/VIEWFINDER IndicationsZoom Feature Picture Stabiliser18 EN Zoom OutTo re-record certain segments Feature Quick ReviewTo check the end of the last recording Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim20 EN Set the Power Switch to Auto or PRO Snapshot GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA onlyFades in/out to a black screen 22 ENFade/Wipe Effects Programme AE With Special Effects Captures faster action than Sports modeNega Posi mode High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving actionIf you select Jlip ID no Press the Select Wheel. The Menu Screen AppearsIf you select FOCUS, EXPOSURE, M.W.B. or DATE/ Time Rotate the Select Wheel until the desired numberMenu Screen Explanations Menu Screen Available Using The Select WheelMenu Screen Available Using The Menu Button 26 EN Date/Time Insert Instant Titles28 EN AnimationTime-Lapse 30 EN Exposure ControlManual Focus FocusingAuto Focus Manual White Balance Operation White Balance Adjustment32 EN To Return To Automatic White BalancePlayback Basic Playback DarkenYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots 34 ENGives recorded scenes a strobe effect Cover Slide the battery cover up to remove it, install oneCassette Adapter 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 DubbingButtons 38 ENFunctions EN39 40 EN Installing The Battery RM-V700U, optionalOpen the battery compartment cover as illustrated While holding down SHIFT, press Left, Right Up and Down Playback Zoom GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA onlyPress Play to find the scene of interest To End Zoom42 EN Insert EditingAudio Dubbing For Insert Editing and Audio DubbingSET REMOTE/VCR Code 44 ENRandom Assemble Editing R.A.Edit VCR Recording deckConnect the editing cable to the Remote Pause terminal Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT connectorMake Connections 46 EN Select ScenesAutomatic Editing to VCR Animation Feature Animation and Time-Lapse48 EN Time-LapseTo avoid hazard To prevent damage and prolong service lifeUse only the following batteries 50 EN To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not To prolong service lifeCleaning The Camcorder About moisture condensation52 EN Lens Cover Warning indicator An error number i.e. E03 appearsReview or Retake mode During recording, the indications do not appear54 EN Counter Reset/Memory Button Dioptre Adjustment Control pgVideo Light Switch Power Switch56 EN Indications During RecordingIndications During Playback 58 EN Optional Accessories GR-SX21EAGR-SXM26EAGR-SXM46EAGR-SX210AGR-SXM260AGR-SXM460A