JVC GR-SXM937UM Feature Video Light, 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 (11-13/16") 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.

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FEATURE: Video Light

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. 38) 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. 29) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on.

•While the “Twilight” mode (☞ pg. 29) is engaged, the light will not activate.

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Contents GR-SXM937UM It is recommended that you Dear CustomerEN3 Overloading Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Power LinesReplacement Parts AccessoriesCleaning Damage Requiring ServiceUsing the battery pack To remove the battery packSlide Battery Release and pull out the battery pack Quick Operation Guide D.S.C Supply PowerCassettes marked and can be used with this camcorder Zoom Zoom outOptional Accessories Provided AccessoriesCharge Marker PowerCharging the Battery Pack 10 ENTo Detach The Battery Pack Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Using a CAR BatteryOpen the LCD monitor fully Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/Removal12 EN Loading/Unloading a CassetteTo set YEAR, Month or DAY, rotate the Select Date/Time SettingsDubbing, while EP Extended Play is more Recording Mode SettingSet depending on your preference Higher picture and sound quality and is better forIf a VHS cassette is loaded Recording Format SettingS-VHS ET Setting Menu S-VHS Setting MenuVHS VCR with Sqpb Function 16 ENCont RecordingPlaybackTripod Mounting Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentTo Stop Recording Switches off the camcorderShooting While Watching Viewfinder Shooting While Watching LCD MonitorJournalistic Shooting Interface ShootingLCD MONITOR/VIEWFINDER Indications Press Snapshot Mode SelectionEN Basic Digital Still Camera D.S.C. Shooting Still Image StorageEN21 EN Basic D.S.C. Shooting Feature Picture Mode SettingRecording Basic Features Snapshot Mode SelectionSnapshot Basic Features If you press during Record-Standby mode Snapshot Recording Page To remove the still image you have checked Instant Delete Feature Quick Review for scenes recorded onto a tape26 EN RecordingFeature Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimSet Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required Fades in/out to a black screen Recording Advanced Features28 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action Captures faster action than Sports modeNega Posi mode Program AE With Special EffectsIf you select Jlip ID no Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment30 EN If you select FOCUS, EXPOSURE, M.W.B. or DATE/ TimeMenu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel Menu Screen Available Using The Menu ButtonMenu Screen Explanations 32 EN Advanced FeaturesScreen Date/Time InsertInstant Titles ActivatedAnimation 34 ENTime-Lapse Exposure Control 36 ENPatterns that are regularly repeated FocusingAuto Focus Manual FocusTo Return To Automatic White Balance White Balance Adjustment38 EN Manual White Balance OperationBasic Playback Video PlaybackYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots Features40 EN Gives recorded scenes a strobe effectCassette Adapter VHS Playpak Using The Cassette Adapter EN4142 EN When connecting the cables, open this coverCharger as the power supply instead of the battery pack pg Basic ConnectionsTape Dubbing C. Playback 44 ENConnection To a Windows PC If you select Slide Show C. Playback Advanced FeaturesUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment 46 ENMode Effect Never remove the power supply unit at this stageMenu Screen Explanations Index 48 ENTo remove Protect ProtectTo quit the Delete Mode 50 ENDelete Case of Select IndexFunctions Using the Remote Control UnitInstalling The Batteries 52 ENPlayback Zoom Press Play to find the scene of interestTo End Zoom Insert Editing Video 54 ENTo insert still images at random onto the tape TapeAudio Dubbing To insert still images in sequential order onto the tapeTime-Lapse Feature Animation and Time-Lapse56 EN AnimationEN57 Troubleshooting58 EN When the System Select Switch is set to VideoShooting When the System Select Switch is set to D.S.C60EN Index Controls, Connectors And IndicatorsPower Lamp ........................................ pg Diopter Adjustment ControlVideo Light Switch Fade/Wipe Button Effect System Select Switch Pg , 20, 3962 EN Indications During RecordingIndications Indications Function Indications During PlaybackCleaning The Camcorder 64 ENAfter Use AA R6 size x JVC dealer for replacing the video lightUse only the following batteries RM-V715UDuring use To prevent damage and prolong service life66 EN To avoid hazardDo not leave the unit For safety, do notAvoid using the unit To prolong service life68 EN Tape Dubbing Shooting, Advanced FeaturesPin-Up Image Store a Still Image In The Built-In Memory70 EN Charge Power requirementPower consumption Output AccessoryGR-SXM937UM