JVC GR-SX21EA, GR-SXM260A, GR-SX210A 20 EN, To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim

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LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON Switch

DANGER

The video light can become extremely hot. Do not touch it either while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.

Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the video light, since it remains extremely hot for some time.

When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm between the video light and people or objects.

Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.

RECORDING Basic Features (cont.)

FEATURE: Video Light (GR-SXM460A/ SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA only)

PURPOSE:

To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim.

OPERATION:

Set LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON as required:

OFF : Turns off the light.

AUTO : Automatically turns on the light when the camcorder senses insufficient lighting on the subject.

ON : Always keeps the light on as long as the camcorder is turned on.

The video light can only be used with the camcorder’s power on.

It is recommended to set the white balance

( pg. 32) to when you use the video light.

When not using the video light, turn it off to save battery power.

NOTES:

●Even if the battery indicator ( ) does not blink if the battery pack’s charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the video light, or when you start recording with the video light turned on.

●When LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON is set to “AUTO”:

•Depending on the lighting conditions, the video light may keep turning on and off. In this case, manually switch the light on or off using LIGHT OFF/AUTO/ON.

•While the “Sports” or “High Speed Shutter” mode ( pg. 23) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the “Twilight” mode ( pg. 23) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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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 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 VCR14 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment 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 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 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 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 White Balance Adjustment 32 ENManual White Balance Operation To Return To Automatic White BalancePlayback Basic Playback DarkenYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots 34 ENGives recorded scenes a strobe effect 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 DubbingButtons 38 ENFunctions EN39 40 EN Installing The Battery RM-V700U, optionalOpen the battery compartment cover as illustrated 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 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 Feature Animation and Time-Lapse 48 ENAnimation Time-LapseTo avoid hazard To prevent damage and prolong service lifeUse only the following batteries 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