JVC GR-SXM25 To protect the unit, do not, After Use, To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do not

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54ENCAUTIONS

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4.To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .

... allow it to become wet.

... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.

... subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation.

... keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods.

... direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.

... carry it by holding the viewfinder or the LCD monitor. Be sure to hold the main unit with both hands or use the grip.

... swing it excessively when using the shoulder strap.

For Your Maintenance

1. After Use

1 Set the Power Switch to “POWER OFF” to turn off the camcorder.

2Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60

degrees. Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove the cassette.

3Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH.

4Close and lock the LCD monitor.

5Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack.

6Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to close the lens cover.

LCD Monitor

1.To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT . . .

... push it strongly or apply any shocks.

... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the bottom.

2.To prolong service life . . .

... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.

3.Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions . . .

While using the camcorder, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up.

If you leave power on for a long time, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.

About moisture condensation . . .

You may have observed that pouring a cold liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to form on the glass’ outer surface. This same phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a camcorder when it is moved from a cool place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, under extremely humid conditions or in a place directly subjected to the cool air from an air conditioner.

Moisture on the head drum can cause severe damage to the video tape, and can lead to internal damage to the camcorder itself.

Serious malfunctioning

If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immedi- ately and consult your local JVC dealer.

2.Cleaning The Camcorder

1 CLEAN EXTERIOR

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to

wipe off heavy dirt, then wipe again with a dry cloth.

2CLEAN LCD MONITOR

Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor.

3CLEAN LENS

Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe it gently with lens cleaning paper.

4REMOVE EYEPIECE

Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.

5CLEAN VIEWFINDER

Remove dust using a blower brush.

6RE-ATTACH EYEPIECE

Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.

NOTES:

Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol.

Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.

When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions that came with it.

When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the viewfinder securely.

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Contents GR-SXM25 It is recommended that you MarkedCrossed Out Dust Bin Major Features Contents EN3 Power Charging the Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack Using AC Power Using a CAR BatteryDischarged Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal Getting StartedDate/Time Settings Tape Length Setting EN Getting StartedCont 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 cassetteGrip Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Load a Cassette Power Switch PositionBasic Recording Start ShootingPress Display Button LCD Monitor/Viewfinder IndicationsStop Recording RecordingRecording Basic Recording Shooting While Watching The LCD MonitorBefore the following steps, perform pg Journalistic Shooting Interface ShootingBrightness Control 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 reversedRecording Advanced Features Date/Time InsertPress the Select Dial to display the Menu Screen Access Title Menu Select the Desired ModeInstant Titles Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment Make SettingEND Setting Menu Screen Available Using The Select Dial Menu Screen Available Using The Menu ButtonMenu Screen Explanations 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 FunctionUsing The Cassette Adapter EN37 Insert BatteryCassette Adapter 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 EditingAudio Dubbing Begin Audio DubbingEND 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 UseConnectors Provided Accessories Optional AccessoriesGeneral GR-SXM25