JVC GR-SXM25 manual It is recommended that you, Marked, Crossed Out Dust Bin

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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. 50 – 52) 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 53 and 54 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:

■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 “ ”.

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.)

Crossed Out Dust Bin Mark

■The Crossed Out Dust Bin

Mark on the battery pack indicates that the product complies with Directives 91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC.

■Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery pack must be recycled or disposed of

properly.

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

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Contents GR-SXM25 Crossed Out Dust Bin It is recommended that youMarked Major Features Contents EN3 Using the Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Discharged Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal Getting StartedDate/Time Settings Cont Tape Length SettingEN Getting Started Loading/Unloading a Cassette RecordingPlaybackSET Recording Format Recording Format SettingFirst set the Power Switch to PRO.. Press Menu OFF Allows you to record in VHS on an S-VHS cassetteTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentShoulder Strap Attachment Load a Cassette Power Switch PositionBasic Recording Start ShootingPress Display Button LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsStop Recording RecordingBefore 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 Basic FeaturesFeature Picture Stabilizer Press P. STABILIZER. appearsModeengage FADE- or WIPE-STANDBY Recording Advanced Features EN19Fade/Wipe Start or END RecordingProgramme 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 reversedPress the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen Recording Advanced FeaturesDate/Time Insert Instant 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 Demo Mode is set to on and the Menu Screen is closed When set to OFF, allows you to record in VHS on an S-VHSTally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording Allows you to set the current date and time 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 EN37Insert Battery Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cable When connecting the cables, open this coverPlayback Connections Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cable and S-Video cableBasic Connections Tape DubbingRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder RM-V700U optional Functions ButtonsAnimation Feature Self-Timer, Animation and Time-LapseSelf-Timer Time-LapseOperate VCR Using the Remote Control UnitSET REMOTE/VCR Code You are now ready to try Random Assemble EditingVCR Other than Type or Make ConnectionsJVC VCR Equipped with Remote Pause Terminal Prepare CamcorderRegister END of Scene Select ScenesStart Source Playback At the bottom of the screenBegin Automatic Editing Automatic Editing to VCRPrepare Source Tape END Automatic EditingEN Using the Remote Control Unit Insert EditingEND Audio Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Audio Dubbing Playback picture No power is suppliedRecording does not start Playback picture is blurred orTape will not eject An error number i.e. E03 appearsDuring recording, the indications do not appear Some functions are not available50EN # MENU/DISPLAY Button $ Counter Reset/Memory Button Dioptre Adjustment Control Lens Cover Open/Close RingSpeaker Volume Control VOL Picture Stabilizer Button Battery Release SwitchIndex IndicationsTo avoid hazard For safety, do notAvoid using the unit During useTo protect the unit, do not To prolong service lifeCleaning The Camcorder After UseGeneral ConnectorsProvided Accessories Optional Accessories GR-SXM25
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