Tape Length Setting, Recording Format Setting

S-VHS/VHS recording format select button

30•45•60 tape length select button

GETTING STARTED (cont.)

Tape Length Setting

Set the tape length according to the length of the tape used.

SET TAPE LENGTH

1 Press 30•45•60 until the required indication appears in the veiwfinder. 30 = 30 minutes of recording time, 45 = 45 minutes, and 60 = 60 minutes.

Set POWER to “CAMERA”.

Tape length indicator

30 30 45 60

Recording format indicator

NOTE:

The tape remaining time (☞ pg. 14) displayed in the viewfinder is correct only if the correct tape length has been selected.

Recording Format Setting

When using an S-VHS-C cassette, set to either of the recording formats.

SET RECORDING FORMAT

1 Press S-VHS/VHS button until the required indication appears in the viewfinder.

: Super VHS

T: Regular VHS

NOTE:

Super VHS recordings cannot be made on normal VHS-C tapes.

COMPATIBILITY BETWEEN S-VHS AND VHS

Recording	Playback

Blank tape	Camcorder Recorded tape Cassette adapter	S-VHS VCR

S-VHS-C cassette

VHS-C cassette

S-VHS recordings

VHS recordings

•The recorded format (S-VHS or VHS) is automatically detected when playlback begins.

Regular VHS VCR

•S-VHS recorded tapes cannot

be viewed on regular VHS VCRs.

Playback

The pictures recorded with the camcorder can be viewed in playback by directly connecting it to a TV; and can also be played back using a VCR.

GR-SZ5000 specifications

The JVC GR-SZ5000 is a compact and versatile camcorder that emerged as a prominent model during the early 2000s. Combining user-friendly features with advanced technology, it quickly became a favorite among amateur videographers and professionals alike.

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For those who enjoy editing and sharing their videos, the GR-SZ5000 is equipped with various connection options, including audio/video output and a USB port. This feature facilitates easy transfers to computers for editing and archiving. Furthermore, it supports a range of recording formats, allowing users to choose the settings that best fit their creative vision.

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