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COMPACT
VHS CAMCORDER
GR-SXM460A
GR-SXM260A
GR-SX210A
GR-SXM46EA
GR-SXM26EA
GR-SX21EA
VHS
PAL
625
INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
Basic Recording .......................... 16
Basic Features ........................... 18
Advanced Features ...................... 22
Basic Playback ........................... 33
Features .................................. 34
Using The Cassette Adapter ........... 35
Connections ............................... 36
Playback Zoom .......................... 41
Insert Editing ............................. 42
Audio Dubbing ........................... 43
Random Assemble Editing .............. 44
Animation And Time-Lapse ............. 48
Indications ................................ 56
LYT0529-001A
ENGLISH
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16 - 32
33 - 37
38 - 48
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54 - 57
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
COMPACT VHS CAMCORDER GR-SXM460A GR-SXM260A GR-SX210A GR-SXM46EA GR-SXM26EA GR-SX21EA INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAJOR FEATURES PROVIDED ACCESSORIES GETTING STARTED RECORDING 16 – 32 Basic Recording ... 16 Basic Features ... 18 Advanced Features ... 22 PLAYBACK 33 – 37 Basic Playback ... 33 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 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. However, live recording and LCD monitor*/viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
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Page 4: Major Features
If the Power Zoom Lever is not moved for more than 1 minute after that, the demonstration will resume. “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned off. To cancel Automatic Demonstration, set the Power Switch to “PRO.”... -
Page 5: Provided Accessories
•R6 (AA) Battery (for Cassetter Adapter) •R03 (AAA) Battery x 2 (for Remote Control Unit, GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) •DC Cord Close the Core Filter until it clicks shut. Connect the end of the cable with the Core Filter to the camcorder. -
Page 6: Getting Started
To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power Adapter/Charger near a radio. If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the camcorder and charging stops. -
Page 7: Using The Battery Pack
(optional) BN-V20U (optional) BN-V856U (optional) When using GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/SXM26EA When using GR-SX210A/SX21EA ( ) : when the video light is on (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/ SXM46EA/SXM26EA only). NOTES: Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly. -
Page 8: Slot Clock (Lithium) Battery Insertion/Removal
See “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” ( on safe handling of lithium batteries. To avoid losing the battery and/or battery holder, place the camcorder with the grip side up as shown in the illustration when inserting/removing the battery. (cont.) pg. 2) for information... -
Page 9: Date/Time Settings
“EXIT”, and press it. The Menu Screen reappears with the highlight bar on “RETURN”. Press the Select Wheel to close the Menu Screen. NOTE: To display the date and time in the camcorder’s display and on a connected TV, see “Date/Time Insert” pg. 27). -
Page 10: Recording Mode Setting
Select Wheel Power Switch MENU Button SP/LP Recording Mode Button Viewfinder Tape length indicator T 3 0 Recording mode indicator Display Menu Screen TAPE LENGTH TAPE LENGTH Setting Menu GETTING STARTED Recording Mode Setting Set depending on your preference. Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SP/LP for more than 1 second. -
Page 11: Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape. The cassette holder cannot be opened while the camcorder is in the record mode. -
Page 12: Recording Format Setting
Select Wheel Power Switch MENU Button Display: when a VHS cassette is loaded. Menu Screen – When an S-VHS cassette is loaded: S-VHS S – VHS ET Setting Menu Menu Screen Normal Screen GETTING STARTED Recording Format Setting Set the recording format according to the format of the tape used or type of recording you wish to perform. -
Page 13: Recording
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 14: Grip Adjustment
Power Zoom Lever Recording Start/Stop Button Set to “CAMERA” (“AUTO” or “PRO.”). PAUSE GETTING STARTED Grip Adjustment Separate the Velcro strip. Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the grip. Adjust so that your thumb and fingers can easily operate the Recording Start/Stop Button and Power Zoom Lever. - Page 15 Then tighten the screw. CAUTION: When using a tripod, be sure to open and extend its legs fully to Stabilise the camcorder. To prevent damage to the unit caused by falling over, do not use a small-sized tripod. , making sure...
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Page 16: Basic Recording
“PAUSE” is displayed in the viewfinder. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “ in the viewfinder while recording is in progress. To Stop Recording ..press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder 3MIN re-enters the Record-Standby mode. Shooting While Watching The LCD Monitor... - Page 17 5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette whose tape is already at its end is loaded. If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes without performing Zoom or any other operations, the camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. Set the Power Switch to “OFF”, and then back to “CAMERA” to turn the camcorder on again.
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Page 18: Basic Features
• When shooting scenes with movement in various directions. • When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds. Switch off the Picture Stabiliser when recording with the camcorder on a tripod. The “ ” indicator appears blinking if the Stabiliser cannot be used. - Page 19 FEATURE: PURPOSE: To re-record certain segments. OPERATION: 1) Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby mode. 2) Press and hold either RETAKE to reach the start point for new recording. Pressing 3 forwards the tape and pressing 2 reverses it.
- Page 20 30 cm 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. RECORDING Basic Features (cont.) Video Light (GR-SXM460A/...
- Page 21 Power Switch SNAPSHOT Display Snapshot (GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only) Use your camcorder like a regular camera and take a snapshot, or several of them in succession. Set the Power Switch to “AUTO” or “PRO.”. Press SNAPSHOT. If you press during Record-Standby . . .
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Page 22: Advanced Features
EFFECT Button Recording Start/Stop Button NOTES: Pressing and holding the Recording Start/Stop Button allows you to vary the length for the image during fade in/out or wipe in/out. The screen becomes slightly reddish when the Fade/Wipe is used with Sepia ( RECORDING Fade/Wipe Effects These effects let you make pro-style scene transitions. -
Page 23: Programme Ae With Special Effects
P.AE Button Power Switch SEPIA The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted (reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of an older movie. Use together with Wide ( for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood movie. SPORTS High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action. -
Page 24: Using Menus For Detailed Adjustment
NESE Normal Screen RECORDING Using Menus 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. Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. Menu access depends on the function you select. - Page 25 SXM260A/ SX210A only) NORMAL Allows you to superimpose one of eight preset titles ( TITLE Makes the date/time settings appear in the camcorder or on a connected monitor DATE/TIME pg. 27). DISP. Menu Screen Available Using The MENU Button This Menu Screen cannot be accessed while recording.
- Page 26 Allows you to set the current date and time ( JLIP ID NO. This number is necessary when connecting the camcorder to a device such as a computer using the J terminal (JLIP). The numbers range from 01 to 99. Factory setting is 06.
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Page 27: Instant Titles
If you do not want to record the display, select the OFF mode before shooting. AUTO DATE Your camcorder automatically records the date for about 5 seconds after recording is initiated in the following situations: • After changing the date. - Page 28 NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that: The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”. The camcorder is in the Record-Standby mode. The recording mode is set to “SP”. Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Rotate the Select Wheel to move the highlight bar to “NEXT”...
- Page 29 INT. TIME and REC TIME indications on the normal screen Time-Lapse You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject, you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time. NOTES: Before performing the following steps, make sure that: The Power Switch is set to “PRO.”.
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Page 30: Exposure Control
Select Wheel Power Switch To brighten the image – – RECORDING Exposure Control This feature automatically adjusts the iris for the best available picture quality, but you can override it and make the adjustment manually. Manual exposure adjustment is recommended in the following situations: •... -
Page 31: Auto Focus
When the focus level cannot be adjusted any farther or closer, “ ” or “ Focusing 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. -
Page 32: White Balance Adjustment
If the white balance is correct, all other colours will be accurately reproduced. The white balance is usually adjusted automatically. However, more advanced camcorder operators control this function manually to achieve a more professional colour/tint reproduction. Set the Power Switch to “PRO.”. -
Page 33: Playback
•Press 2 to rewind, or 3 to fast-forward the tape during Stop mode. NOTES: The camcorder shuts off automatically after about 5 minutes in Stop mode. To turn on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “PLAY”. When the Power Switch is set to “PLAY” and the LCD Set to “PLAY”. -
Page 34: Features
“AT” blinks. When Auto Tracking finishes, the indication disappears. When noise bars appear during playback, the camcorder enters the Auto Tracking mode and “AT” is displayed. Manual Tracking may not work with tapes recorded on other VCRs or camcorders. -
Page 35: Using The Cassette Adapter
Recording safety hole 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 36: 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. Connector cover* * When connecting the cables, open this cover. -
Page 37: Basic Connections
Basic Connections Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shown in the illustration ( If using a VCR . . . go to step 3. If not . . . go to step 4. -
Page 38: 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 with GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA) Buttons Infrared beam transmitting window Zoom (T/W) Buttons... - Page 39 PAUSE Button PLAY Button Infrared beam Transmits the beam signal. transmitting window START/STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder. VISS Button* ZOOM (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out ( VCR CTL Button A.DUB Button STOP Button INSERT Button &...
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Page 40: Control Unit 38
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT – – Lock hole Knob Remote sensor Installing The Batteries (RM-V716U , provided with GR-SXM460A/SXM46EA only) The remote control uses two ”R03 (AAA)” size batteries. See “General Battery Precautions” ( Open the battery compartment cover as illustrated. Insert two ”R03 (AAA)”... -
Page 41: Playback Zoom
Press PLAY to find the scene of interest. Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in. Up Button To move the image on screen around to find a particular Down portion of the picture . -
Page 42: Insert Editing
Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and press PAUSE (6). Press and hold COUNTER R/M on the camcorder for more than 1 second to reset the tape counter, then press it again for less than 1 second so that “M”... -
Page 43: Audio Dubbing
A. DUB (e), press and release PAUSE (6). The Audio Dub-Standby mode is engaged. To begin Audio Dubbing, press PLAY (4). When the counter reaches “0:00:00”, Audio Dubbing stops automatically and the camcorder enters the Audio Dub-Standby mode. To end Audio Dubbing, press STOP (5). NOTES: Do not press FF ( 3 ) or REW ( 2 ) during Audio Dub- Standby, or the edit points will not be accurate. -
Page 44: Random Assemble Editing
RM-V700U (optional) VCR BRAND BUTTONS NAME (A) (B) PHILIPS IMPORTANT Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and those of many other makers, it may not work with yours or may offer limited functions. NOTES: SANYO SELECO, SHARP SONY... -
Page 45: Make Connections
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 connector. - Page 46 GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) : 2 5 SELECT SCENES Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor. Press PLAY (4), then press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF (RM-V716U)/ON/OFF (RM-V700U) on the remote control. The R.A. Edit counter display appears. Press REW (2) or FF (3) to locate the beginning of the scene you want, then press EDIT IN/OUT (RM- V716U)/IN/OUT (RM-V700U) to register that point.
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Page 47: Automatic Editing To Vcr
GR-SXM460A/ SXM46EA only) AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of 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. -
Page 48: Animation And Time-Lapse
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Remote sensor START/STOP INT. TIME REC TIME RM-V700U (optional) FEATURE: Interval time PURPOSE: indicator The remote control lets you set/release Interval Time and Recording Time without using the Menu Screen. Recording time OPERATION: indicator Animation 1) Set Instead of performing steps 1 and 2 on pg. -
Page 49: Cautions
•Do not use near flammable or explosive materials. •It is recommended that you consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacing the video light. General Battery Precautions If the remote control or cassette adapter is not functioning even if it is being operated correctly, the batteries are exhausted. -
Page 50: Main Unit
... vertically, in their original cases. CAUTIONS Main Unit 1. For safety, DO NOT ..open the camcorder’s chassis..disassemble or modify the unit..short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. -
Page 51: Lcd Monitor
Serious malfunctioning If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. For Your Maintenance 1. After Use Set the Power Switch to “OFF” to turn off the camcorder. -
Page 52: 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 53 This is normal while recording in the LP mode. Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode ( If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting...
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Page 54: Index
INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators 3 4 5 6 &... -
Page 55: Other Parts
Tripod Mounting Socket ... are located beneath the Random Assemble Editing ( such as a personal computer. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer. is not possible if the VCR is not equipped with a J terminal. Be careful not to cover this area; a sensor necessary for shooting is built-in here. -
Page 56: Indications
Indications During Recording Tape Remaining Time ... Blinks when a tape is about to reach its end. Recording Mode Indicator (SP/LP) ... Programme AE Indicator ... Displayed at for approx. 2 seconds when Programme AE with special effects is switched from one mode to another by pressing P.AE., then only the indicator remains at Fade/Wipe-Standby Indicator ... -
Page 57: Indications During Playback
Appears when the tape ends during recording, playback or fast-forward. TAPE END Blinks for approx. 5 seconds when the camcorder is turned on with the lens cover closed. LENS COVER These 2 warnings appear alternately every 3 seconds if condensation occurs. In this case, all functions except tape eject and power on/off are disabled. -
Page 58: Specifications
Approx. 830 g (GR-SX210A/SX21EA) : 198 mm x 119 mm x 99 mm (GR-SXM460A/SXM260A/SXM46EA/ SXM26EA) 198 mm x 119 mm x 91 mm (GR-SX210A/SX21EA) (with the LCD monitor* closed and with the viewfinder fully tilted downward) : 1/4" format CCD : F1.6, f = 3.9 mm to 62.4 mm, 16:1 power zoom lens with auto iris and... -
Page 59: Optional Accessories
) Cassettes EC-60/45/30 •Remote Control Unit RM-V700U •Active Carrying Bag CB-V7U Some accessories are not available in some areas. Please consult your nearest JVC dealer for details on accessories and their availability. Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. - Page 60 ®Registered Trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. COPYRIGHT© 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan A/EA 0200MKV...