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COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM760A
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
BASIC VIDEO RECORDING 14 - 15
Basic Features ................................. 19
Advanced Features ........................... 24
Basic Playback ................................ 35
Features ........................................ 36
Using The Cassette Adapter ................ 37
Basic Connections And Tape Dubbing ...... 38
Basic Playback ................................ 40
Connection ..................................... 41
Advanced Features ........................... 42
Insert Editing .................................. 50
Audio Dubbing ................................. 51
Random Assemble Editing ................... 52
Playback Zoom ................................ 56
VHS
PAL
625
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ....... 60
Indications ..................................... 62
ENGLISH
2 - 3
6 - 13
16 - 18
19 - 34
35 - 37
38 - 39
40 - 47
48 - 56
57 - 59
60 - 63
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
ENGLISH CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 – 3 MAJOR FEATURES COMPACT PROVIDED ACCESSORIES VHS CAMCORDER GETTING STARTED 6 – 13 BASIC VIDEO RECORDING 14 – 15 GR-SXM760A BASIC DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING 16 – 18 RECORDING 19 – 34 Basic Features ......... 19 Advanced Features ...... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
If you notice smoke or a peculiar smell coming from the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, shut it down and unplug it immediately. Continue using the camcorder or AC adapter/charger under these conditions could lead to fire or electric shock. Contact your JVC dealer. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction yourself. - Page 3 NOTES: ● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. ● The rating information and safety caution of the AC Power Adapter/Charger are 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.
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Page 4: Major Features
MAJOR FEATURES Integrated Auto Light Picture Stabiliser ( pg. 21) pg. 23) Programme AE with Special Effects ( pg. 25) Electronic Fog Filter ND Effect Digital Hyper Zoom Sepia pg. 21) Twilight Sports Zoom in Nega/Posi 1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter Zoom out Super VHS-ET ( pg. -
Page 5: Provided Accessories
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES • Cassette Adapter • AC Power Adapter/ • Remote Control • Battery Pack C-P7U Charger AA-V16A Unit RM-V716U BN-V11U or AA-V16AS • Editing Cable • S-Video Cable • Audio/Video • DC Cord (A/V) Cable (for Windows ® • Lithium Battery CR2025 •... -
Page 6: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Power Battery pack BN-V11U, BN-V12U or BN-V20U This camcorder’s 3-way power supply system lets you Marks choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. To AC outlet CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK CHARGE indicator Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from... - Page 7 USING THE BATTERY PACK Hook on. Hook its end to the camcorder and push the battery pack in until it locks in place Push in. •If the battery pack is attached in the wrong position, a malfunction may occur. To Detach The Battery Pack ..
- Page 8 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal Slot This battery is necessary for clock operation and to perform date/time settings. Switch off the unit’s power and remove the power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.). Pull out the battery holder to remove it from the camcorder.
- Page 9 Date/Time Settings Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO” or “D.S.C.”, and set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. The power lamp System comes on. Select Switch Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to Select Wheel “NEXT”...
- Page 10 GETTING STARTED (cont.) Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the System Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SP/LP for Select Switch more than 1 second. “SP” (Standard Play) provides higher picture and sound quality and is better for dubbing, while “LP”...
- Page 11 Recording Format Setting Set the recording format according to the format of the tape used or type of recording you wish to perform. NOTE: Before performing the following steps, make sure that the recording mode is set to “SP” ( pg.
- Page 12 Super VHS VCR. — Tapes recorded in S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back on some VCRs, including some JVC VCRs. Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannot be played back correctly on a normal VHS VCR.
- Page 13 Grip Adjustment Power Zoom Lever Separate the Velcro strip. Recording Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the Start/Stop Button grip. Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever. Refasten the Velcro strip. Viewfinder Adjustment Set the Power Switch to “CAMERA”...
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Page 14: Basic Video Recording
BASIC VIDEO RECORDING NOTE: LENS COVER Open/Close Ring You should already have performed the procedures listed below. If not, do so before continuing. ● Power ( pg. 6) ● Load A Cassette ( pg. 8) ● Recording Mode Setting ( pg. - Page 15 NOTES: ● When the Power Switch is set to CAMERA and the LCD monitor is opened at an angle of 60 degrees or more, the LCD monitor switches on and the viewfinder switches off automatically to save power. ● The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is attached. ●...
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Page 16: Basic Digital Still Camera (D.s.c.) Shooting
BASIC DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) SHOOTING When shooting a still image, it is not recorded onto the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring tape, but it is stored in the camcorder's built-in memory in the selected Picture Mode. A stored still image data can be SNAPSHOT Button transferred to a PC, saved, and processed using a Paint Software programme (... - Page 17 NOTES: ● The remaining number of shots varies according to the Remaining number STD 3 4 of shots selected Picture Mode. In the “STANDARD” mode, twice as many still images can be shot as in the “FINE” mode. (Blinking) ● Some sample images have been stored in the built-in Pictrue mode memory at the factory.
- Page 18 BASIC D.S.C. SHOOTING (cont.) Picture Mode Setting FEATURE: PURPOSE: There are two image settings you can choose from System Select Switch when storing in the camcorder's memory: FINE and STANDARD. FINE allows you to shoot up to approx. 30 still images in a format based on JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group).
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Page 19: Recording
RECORDING Basic Features Snapshot LENS COVER Open/Close Ring This interesting feature lets you record two types of digital SNAPSHOT Button still images that look like photographs onto a tape, as well as keeping them in the camcorder’s built-in memory. It is a great way to spice up footage of events such as parties, weddings and graduations. - Page 20 RECORDING Basic Features (cont.) SNAPSHOT RECORDING SNAPSHOT Press SNAPSHOT. •Regardless of the Power Switch position (“AUTO” Display (ex. Pin-Up) or “PRO.”), Snapshot recording takes place using the selected Snapshot mode. •A still image is recorded onto the tape and into the camcorder’s built-in memory.
- Page 21 Zooming FEATURE: Zoom in (T: Telephoto) PURPOSE: To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous change in image magnification. Digital circuitry extends the maximum magnification offered by optical zoom. This system is called Digital Zoom out (W: Wide angle) Zoom.
- Page 22 RECORDING Basic Features (cont.) Quick Review (for scenes FEATURE: recorded onto a tape) RETAKE PURPOSE: (2/3) To check the end of the last recording. Button OPERATION: 1) Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). 2) Press 2 and release quickly during the Record–...
- Page 23 25) is engaged, the light is likely to stay on. Do not use near flammable or explosive • While the “Twilight” mode ( pg. 25) is engaged, materials. the light will not activate. It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
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Page 24: Advanced Features
RECORDING Advanced Features Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. Fade- or wipe-in works at recording start, and fade- or EFFECT wipe-out works at recording end. Button Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, and set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. - Page 25 Programme AE With Special Effects Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.” or “VIDEO”, P.AE and set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Button Press P.AE repeatedly until the desired mode’s name and indication appear. System Select They are displayed for approx. 2 seconds, then the Switch name disappears so that only the indication remains.
- Page 26 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, System Select Switch on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. The operation system depends on the function you wish to select. Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”...
- Page 27 MENU SCREEN EXPLANATIONS Menu Screen Available Using The Select Wheel Refer to “Focusing” ( pg. 33). FOCUS Refer to “Exposure Control” ( pg. 32). EXPOSURE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Operation” M.W.B. pg. 34). Does not display black bars. WIDE Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom of the screen to produce a cinema-like “wide-screen”...
- Page 28 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button (cont.) S-VHS*** Records in VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette ( pg. 11). (S-VHS ET***) Records in S-VHS on a VHS or S-VHS cassette ( pg. 11). Allows you to set the tape length depending on the tape used ( pg.
- Page 29 Date/Time Insert Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, and set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Allows you to display the date and time in the camcorder or on a connected colour monitor, Press the Select Wheel to display the Menu Screen. as well as to record them manually or automatically.
- Page 30 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Animation You can give stationary scenes or objects an illusion of movement. This function allows you to shoot a series of System pictures, each slightly different, of the same object for a Select Switch brief period of time. NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that: ●...
- Page 31 Time-Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record System subtle changes over an extended period of time. Select Switch NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that: ●...
- Page 32 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override it and make System the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is Select Switch recommended in the following situations: •...
- Page 33 Focusing Focus detection zone AUTO FOCUS The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up to infinity. However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual focusing): •When two subjects overlap in the same scene. •When illumination is low.* •When the subject has no contrast (difference in bright- NOTES:...
- Page 34 RECORDING Advanced Features (cont.) White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation A term that refers to the correctness of colour Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under reproduction under various lighting. If the white various types of lighting. balance is correct, all other colours will be accu- Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance rately reproduced.
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Page 35: Video Playback
VIDEO PLAYBACK Basic Playback Power Zoom Lever (VOL.) Load a tape ( pg. 8). Set the System Select Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. To start playback, press Speaker 4/6. •To stop playback, press 5. •Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. -
Page 36: Features
VIDEO PLAYBACK Features Tracking: Eliminates noise bars that appear on-screen P.STABILIZER Button during playback. Factory-preset is Auto Tracking. To activate Manual Tracking: 1) Press P.AE and EFFECT simultaneously. “MT” appears. 2) Press P.AE or EFFECT as many times as necessary until EFFECT Button the noise bars disappear. -
Page 37: Using The Cassette Adapter
VIDEO PLAYBACK Using The Cassette Adapter Cassette Adapter Use this to play back an S-VHS-C/VHS-C video cassette recorded with this camcorder on a VHS VCR. It is fully compatible with any S-VHS/VHS video cassette recorder. The C-P7U adapter is battery powered and automatically performs tape loading and unloading. -
Page 38: Basic Connections
BASIC CONNECTIONS These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV instruction manuals. A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors Use the provided Audio/Video (A/V) cable. To TV or VCR Yellow to A/V cable... - Page 39 Basic Connections Tape Dubbing Make sure all units are turned off. Following the illustration on pg. 38, connect the camcorder and the VCR. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as Set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “PLAY”, shown in the illustration ( pg.
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Page 40: D.s.c. Playback
D.S.C. PLAYBACK Basic Playback Still images shot using this camcoder are automatically numbered, then stored in numerical order in the built-in memory. You can view the still images stored in memory, one at a time, much like flipping through a photo album. System Select Switch Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, and set the... -
Page 41: Connection
D.S.C. PLAYBACK Connection Connection To A Windows ® Image data stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory can be transferred to a Windows ® PC and saved using the Set to provided image transfer software, Picture Navigator. The “D.S.C.”. image data transferred to a Windows ®... -
Page 42: Advanced Features
D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use, on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more detailed camcorder settings. System Select Switch Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, and set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. - Page 43 Menu Screen Explanations Mode Effect INDEX All still images stored in memory can be displayed six at a time. This mode is a convenient way to look for the still image you want to view and to check the still images you shot beforehand ( pg.
- Page 44 D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features (cont.) Index You can view all still images stored in memory six at a time. Use this mode when looking for a still image you System want to view and when checking the still images you shot Select Switch beforehand.
- Page 45 Protect This mode helps prevent accidental erasure of images. Put a padlock mark next to the desired still image, and that still System image cannot be deleted. Select Switch Set the System Select Switch to “D.S.C.”, and set the Power Switch to “PLAY”. Press MENU.
- Page 46 D.S.C. PLAYBACK Advanced Features (cont.) Delete When the memory in which still images are stored becomes full, the number of remaining shots available System reaches “0” (blinking). In this situation it becomes Select Switch impossible to take your next shot. Delete some still images already stored in memory to make room for new shots.
- Page 47 In case of “SELECT” Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “CANCEL” or “ENTER”, then press it. < > NEX T DELETE •“CANCEL” does not delete the selected still images and the screen returns to the Menu Screen. •“ENTER”...
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Page 48: Using The Remote Control Unit
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind) of your VCR. & RM-V716U (provided) Functions With the camcorder’s Power With the camcorder’s Power Buttons Switch set to “CAMERA”... - Page 49 Installing The Batteries The remote control uses two ”R03 (AAA)” size batteries. See “General Battery Precautions” ( pg. 64). Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated. Insert two ”R03 (AAA)” size batteries in the correct direction. Replace the battery compartment cover. –...
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Page 50: Insert Editing
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Insert Editing You can record a new scene onto a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. NOTE: Use the RM-V716U remote control unit to perform this System Select... -
Page 51: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing Display Audio dubbing You can record a new soundtrack on a prerecorded tape. M – 0 : 0 5 : indicator The existing original sound is erased and replaced by the sound from the built-in microphone. Perform steps 1, 2 and 3 of the Insert Editing procedure pg. -
Page 52: Random Assemble Editing
You are now ready to try Random Assemble Editing. AKAI PHILIPS IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with BLAUPUNKT yours or may offer limited functions. FERGUSON NOTES: ●... - Page 53 MAKE CONNECTIONS JVC VCR EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL Connect the editing cable to the Remote PAUSE terminal. JVC VCR NOT EQUIPPED WITH REMOTE PAUSE TERMINAL BUT EQUIPPED WITH Open the R.A. EDIT CONNECTOR cover. Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT Open the cover.
- Page 54 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) SELECT SCENES Power Switch Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (4), then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control. The R.A. Edit counter display appears. Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the beginning of Remote sensor the scene you want, then press EDIT IN/OUT to register that point.
- Page 55 AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Original tape (camcorder) Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of IN OUT the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6). Point the remote control towards the VCR’s infrared sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
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Page 56: Playback Zoom
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.) Playback Zoom Remote sensor To magnify the recorded image up to 10X at any time during playback. NOTES: ● Use the RM-V716U remote control unit to perform this procedure. ● Make sure that the TBC mode is activated ( pg. -
Page 57: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your JVC dealer. The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and clock battery;... - Page 58 35). ● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest Playback picture is blurred or interrupted. JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement. ● This is normal. The counter indication is blurred during Still playback. TAPE TRANSPORT ●...
- Page 59 When the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”: SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SHOOTING ● When the number of remaining shots available reaches “0” Although SNAPSHOT is pressed, a still image is not stored in the built-in (blinking), it becomes impossible to take your next shot. memory.
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Page 60: Index
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators & 3 4 5 6... - Page 61 Programme AE Button [P.AE] ....pg. 25 such as a personal computer. Fade/Wipe Button [EFFECT] ....pg. 24 For further details consult your nearest JVC System Select Switch dealer. [D.S.C./VIDEO] ....pg. 14, 16, 35, 40 • JLIP-controlled editing from camcorder to VCR is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a •Retake Rewind Button [RETAKE R] ..
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Page 62: Indications
INDEX Indications Indications During Recording 3 4 5 – & – – – – – – – – – – – – Tape Remaining Time ......pg. 15 Tape Length Indicator ......pg. 10 Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end. Zoom Indicator Bar ...... - Page 63 (battery, UNIT IN etc.) and wait a few minutes for them to clear. When it does, you can resume using the SAFEGUARD MODE camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer. REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY...
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Page 64: Cautions
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . . • It is recommended that you consult your nearest ... do not subject to unnecessary shock. JVC dealer for replacing the video light..avoid repeated charging without fully discharg- ing. - Page 65 Cassettes Main Unit To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to 1. For safety, DO NOT . . . read the following cautions: ... open the camcorder’s chassis..disassemble or modify the unit. 1. During use ..
- Page 66 ● When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the damage to the video tape, and can lead to viewfinder securely. internal damage to the camcorder itself. Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.
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Page 67: Specifications
: F1.6, f = 3.9 mm to 62.4 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens with Some accessories are not available in some auto iris and macro control, areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for filter diameter 40.5 mm details on accessories and their availability. Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.5"... - Page 68 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED ®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. Printed in Japan COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. 0200MKV...